Have you recently built a property, or moved into one in dire need of an upgrade? In this article, our specialists at Paddington Hardware explore some new home must-haves and hardware essentials.

Door Handles & Furniture

Door handles are an integral part of your home's overall look and feel, providing a secure way to access your living space while also serving as a decorative detail. Whether you opt for levers, knobs or pull handles, you should try to find a combination of decorating style, finish and function, ensuring it fits with the overall design scheme of your home. 

Moreover, when choosing the door furniture for your family home, you must consider the wider items adorning the surface. With your handles secured, look for door knockers, locks, latches and hinges that complement your home’s interior or exterior design style. When selecting these new home must-haves, you should also consider important factors such as durability, security level and ongoing maintenance needs.

Cabinet Hardware

If you’re looking to upgrade your kitchen or bathroom, cabinet hardware can be a great way to do so. Similar to your door furniture, cabinet hardware provides an extra layer of convenience and decorating styles to existing cabinetry, balancing a selection of catches, locks, hinges, knobs, traditional handles and more. As you review the various designs, sizes and finishes, ensure your chosen cabinet hardware is compatible with the existing design scheme of your home interior. 

Window Hardware

Window hardware helps in the operation of your windows, maintaining energy efficiency in your home by ensuring that windows are properly sealed when closed and allowing for ventilation when opened. Window hardware also serves as a decorative detail for your windows, adding a touch of sophistication or charm depending on the style you choose. Common types of window hardware include casement window fasteners, fanlight window fittings, sash window pulleys and drops, and more.

Lighting Switches & Sockets 

Lighting switches and sockets play an important role in any room as they allow you to control lighting fixtures within the space. While functionality is obviously a clear factor here, you still have countless choices in designs and finishes with the gang plates, toggles, rocker switches, and more. For example, if you’re looking for a more traditional look in your home, you could opt for brass or bronze switches and sockets. If you would like a contemporary touch, you would be better suited with satin chrome.

Hat & Robe Hooks

Hat & coat hooks provide an attractive way to hang frequently used items without taking up too much space. Whether you place them inside your wardrobe or in the entryway of your family home, these hooks can be found in numerous decorating styles and finishes, including polished brass, satin chrome, matt black, antique copper, and much more. Just be careful that, when you’re selecting your hat & robe hooks for your home, you consider factors such as size, weight capacity and installation requirements.  

Picture Hangers

Picture hangers are absolute home essentials, allowing you to display your favourite artwork, cherished photographs, and even certificates or achievements. Rather than simply placing a nail into the wall, you will find several options to choose from, including hooks, hanging cables, wall mounts and more. You will need to find the right solution for your desired application, such as when hanging heavy paintings versus the products used for lighter pieces. 

Letterbox & Numbers

An easily identifiable letterbox that accurately displays your street address is a new home must-have for many reasons. Whether it is simply receiving your post, helping your friends and family find your new property with greater ease, or ensuring emergency services can locate you in an efficient manner, it is essential your home has clear numbers visible from the street. 

With that said, be sure to also choose letter box number designs that leave your family home looking more inviting by adding a touch of style! 

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These are just some of the essential home hardware features every homeowner should know. Whether you’re looking to upgrade your current home or build a new one, it’s important to include these essentials that provide both functionality and aesthetics. 

For more information on the products mentioned above, please contact us at Paddington Hardware today.