Of the copious amounts of designs that are available, one of the more popular is the single knob design.  A very general, standard and straightforward knob, it is seated on a base plate, has a thinner middle section and a larger end and allows for a full grip on the knob when opening the drawer that it is attached to.

These standard yet extremely popular knobs are generally used on drawers that are of a smaller capacity, such as bedside cabinets or a miniature chest of drawers.  As they are often only one inch wide – although larger sizes are available – they can look out of place on a standard chest of drawers and may become unstable through regular use.

Attached by a single screw through the front panel of the drawer, these knobs are screwed on to the end of the screw and are extremely sturdy, assuming that they are fitted to the correct sized drawers.

As well as the single knob design, the underhand half-moon designs are also extremely popular.  Larger than the single knobs, they require two screws – fitted in the general same way as the single knob – to fix them to the drawer and can be attached to many different sized cabinets.  The design of them, with a hollow underneath, allows them to be gripped extremely easily and therefore makes them some of the most ideal cabinet knobs available for people who struggle to grip items properly, such as the elderly or frail.

All cabinets from a certain era have a very distinct look about them.  Whether it’s an art-deco cabinet or an Edwardian cabinet, each has their own individual and unique appearance and this should be replicated in the best possible fashion when replacing the knobs.  Furthermore, with the gigantic choice of traditional knobs that are available both on the internet as well as in many standard and specialist hardware stores, it is almost impossible not to be able to purchase the most appropriate type of knob for the cabinet that is being restored.

There are various reasons why people choose the more expensive knobs for their cabinet.  It may be because the knobs fit in with the design of the cabinet and the room, or it may simply be because the person adores the knob and feels it would make a fantastic addition to a cabinet in their home.  If you have purchased a high quality cabinet or the best writing desk, there is no doubt that you’ll want the best pulls available.

A great example of an expensive knob is a handcrafted crystal ended knob.  These knobs are very exclusive and are very rarely made on a mass produced basis – although a small amount are created for general public selling – often manufactured to the buyer’s set specification.  As they are handcrafted, no two knobs are exactly the same and this gives the knobs that added uniqueness that many people look for in additions to their home.  Furthermore, due to them being made to a set specification, they can generally be created from anything.  Assuming they have a crystal (or more commonly a crystal substitute) in or as the handle, the base can be made from anything from reinforced glass to a form or metal and everything in between.  These knobs do cost a considerable amount of money, but most would agree that the class they add to the cabinet makes the price tag more than worthwhile.

Still rare outside of the home of millionaires, it is possible to purchase diamond encrusted knobs for most cabinets.  These knobs are completely designed and sculptured by time-served professionals and feature only the most exclusive and sought after diamonds.  With a price tag to match their uniqueness, these knobs are only for a small percentage of the world – but leave a large amount in awe at their sheer beauty and elegance.

Whilst it is possible to install expensive cabinet knobs oneself, it is not generally recommended as if something happened to go wrong, cover is very rarely provided.  However, if the knobs are installed by an experienced craftsman – preferably the person who created the cabinet knob – if something breaks or the knob does not fit correctly, the standard procedure is for it to be rectified completely until the customer is happy and completely content with their newly installed knobs.