Crystal Cabinet Knobs
by Robin
Using crystal cabinet knobs or glass knobs is a great way to add a vibrant look to your home. To keep the theme uniform in your home you can use crystal kitchen cabinet knobs, bathroom cabinet knobs and even crystal door knobs. In keeping the theme uniform you can still add variety by using both clear and colored glass cabinet knobs and pulls throughout your home.
The Difference Between Crystal Knobs & Glass Knobs
If you’ve started looking for crystal cabinet knobs you have likely seen a lot of glass cabinet knobs or seen glass/crystal listed as the materials in the knobs. You may wonder what the difference is between crystal knobs and glass knobs. The difference is the amount of lead in the glass. Crystal contains lead, which makes the glass more refractive. But how much lead the glass needs to contain before it is defined as crystal varies from country to country.
Crystal Cabinet Knobs
Crystal Cabinet Knob
If you are specifically looking for crystal cabinet knobs make sure you search for real crystal or leaded crystal knobs. Many glass cabinet knobs are listed under or near the same category as the crystal knobs when you are looking online. Read the product details so you know for certain what you are buying. Although if you are going for look more than material it won’t really matter as much.
If you’re looking for something really special you can find Swarovski crystal cabinet knobs, but of course they will cost a bit more than your average crystal knobs.
Glass Cabinet Knobs
Glass cabinet knobs come in a wide variety of styles, colors and shapes; even more so than crystal cabinet knobs. They are often a little cheaper as well, so if you are on a budget this may be a better way to go.
Glass knobs provide a fun way to add a little color to your room from earthy colors like amber to pastels and jewel tones or depression colored glass knobs. You can also find milk colored knobs and pulls in white or other colors.
Colored Glass Cabinet Knob
A few companies offer colored glass knobs in different shapes like a leaf, shell, starfish or simple cube. These decorative knobs are great for themed rooms, like an ocean-themed bathroom. They add both color and a distinct look.
If you want a frosted glass look there is a collection by Cal Crystal that looks like colored frosted glass. These cabinet knobs are actually made out of polyester though so they are more durable.
It is a little more difficult to find glass and crystal drawer pulls, crystal drawer knobs are more prevalent, but keep looking and you will find them. Emtek makes a few nice matching glass and crystal knobs and pulls in clear, colored or milk (white).
Cabinet Backplates For Crystal Knobs
You may need to find cabinet backplates that match your crystal knobs if you have existing holes to cover, or if you just want the look a cabinet backplate offers. Since crystal knobs have a different look than most traditional knobs and pulls they also require a specific type of backplate that matches their look.
Some companies, like Cal Crystal, offer cabinet backplates that are specifically designed to match their crystal knobs. If you are looking at cabinet knobs online look at the collections they offer. For instance some sites will list specific collections, like a Crystal Collection, that has matching knobs and backplates.
Of course you can always use your creativity to mix and match yourself to find your own perfect combination. This is a great way to make your cabinets distinct and unique.
You will find the best selection of crystal cabinet knobs and glass cabinet knobs online, but your local hardware store should have some available as well. If they don’t have glass and crystal knobs on hand they may have a catalog for you to browse.