When you think of kitchen cabinets, what do you typically think of? Most likely, they are boxes with a wooden frame and a front door. But there’s more than meets the eye when it comes to kitchen cabinets. Of course, the focus will be on the focal point of the kitchen cabinets first, so you’ll want to choose a kitchen cabinet manufacturer that offers a wide selection of wood door styles and finishes—and the more, the merrier. A leading manufacturer of kitchen cabinets offers more than 100 door styles, six wood species, and 37 cabinet finishes, ranging from maple, oak, hickory, cherry, and birch; square, arch and slab; and colorful enamels and veneers.

However, as a discerning homeowner, you don’t want your kitchen cabinets to stop there. That same manufacturer also offers a wide range of decorative cabinet hardware to take your kitchen cabinets from just plain cute to va-va-voom!

DailyGleaner.com recently published an article titled “Looking for New Cabinet Door Knobs? Drawer Pulls? There Are So Many Options to Choose From” which addressed this very topic. In it, the author notes that when it comes to kitchen cabinet finishes, “there are a myriad of design styles and price points” to choose from.

“These details personalize your cabinets to give them a look that reflects your personal style. The total of these accessories depends largely on the size of your kitchen and the number of doors and drawers you have.”

The article also suggests: “Anyone looking for kitchen accessories should consider the style, color, and the rest of the space to coordinate with what’s already in it, like lighting and faucets.” Decorative hardware can change the look of your cabinets a little, or a lot. The choice is yours. From the simplest to the most extravagant looks, you’ll want to choose a kitchen cabinet manufacturer that offers a full selection of styles to complement your own unique style.

The author recommends that “Look for something that will last. You want something that won’t look dated in a few years. But if you want to be on-trend… go for less expensive pieces.” Daily Gleaner also suggests, “It’s a good idea to make sure you find something that feels good in your hand. Some people refer to this (cabinet hardware) as kitchen jewelry because it’s the finishing touch to the space.”

The author’s best advice is not to think too much. “Choose something that meets your needs. Get something you can live with. Make sure you like how it feels on your cabinet door. If you’re not sure how it will look and feel good in your kitchen or bathroom, sometimes it is possible to take samples home.” He might also consider testing his various options over the Internet in a kitchen cabinet manufacturer’s online showroom.

With so many kitchen cabinet styles and materials to choose from, “whether you’re looking for something to fit a modern, traditional, or country home, chances are you’ll find something to suit your design preferences.”