Handles
Shop handles and knobs for doors, kitchen cabinets and furniture in traditional, heritage and contemporary styles. Our collection includes door levers, door knobs, cabinet pull handles, drawer pulls and decorative furniture handles, with options for Victorian, Federation, Art Deco, Hamptons and modern interiors.
Start with where the handle will be fitted, then choose a style, finish and size. For replacements, check the existing holes and fittings before ordering: a handle that looks right also needs to fit and work comfortably.
Find handles for your doors, kitchen or furniture
- Door handles: browse lever handles, door knobs, pull handles, entrance handlesets and sliding door handles. Choose the function your door needs, such as passage, privacy, dummy or keyed locking, and check the required latch or lock.
- Kitchen and cabinet handles: explore cupboard knobs, pull handles, drawer pulls, drop handles, latches and recessed designs for kitchens, laundries and bathroom cabinetry. Knobs on doors and pulls on drawers are a popular combination, though either can suit both.
- Furniture handles: choose knobs, ring pulls, teardrop handles, drawer pulls and backplates for wardrobes, dressers, bedside tables and restored furniture. Consider the proportions of the piece as well as the fixing method and existing holes.
Kitchen and furniture handles often overlap in use, so it is worth browsing both ranges. Let the style and proportions of your cabinetry or furniture guide your choice, then check the dimensions and fixings.
Check the measurements when replacing handles
A few measurements can help narrow down suitable replacements:
- Cabinet and furniture pull handles: measure from the centre of one screw hole to the centre of the other. This is the fixing-centre or centre-to-centre measurement, which is different from the handle's overall length.
- Door handles: check the door thickness, existing holes, fixing method and latch or lock compatibility. The backset is the distance from the door edge to the centre of the handle spindle. Our door handle selection guide explains the functions and fittings.
- Marks left by old handles: plan to cover or fill and refinish any old holes or marks. Compare the new handle's base or backplate with the area that needs covering. A suitable knob backplate may help conceal marks left by cupboard knobs.
- Fixing method: most cabinet knobs and pulls attach with screws through the back of the door or drawer front. Check that you can access the fixing position and that the screws suit its thickness, particularly on small drawers. Other designs may fix from the front; check the product details.
Also consider how far the handle projects and whether there is enough clearance for your hand, nearby doors and surrounding cabinetry. Covering an old hole does not automatically make a new handle compatible.
Choose a style and finish that work together
Ornate knobs and decorative backplates can complement period detailing, while simpler levers and pulls suit classic and contemporary spaces. Our range includes brands such as Tradco, Iver, Castella and From The Anvil, with different collections available for doors, cabinetry and furniture.
Explore brass handles for warm metallic tones, black handles for contrast, or wooden and timber handles for a natural detail. Chrome, nickel, bronze, porcelain and glass options are also available across the collection.
Handles can coordinate with hinges, tapware and lighting without every fitting being identical. If you want a close match, start with the same brand and finish: finish names are not standardised across manufacturers.
Polished brass and antique finishes bring warmth and character, and their appearance can evolve with use. Moisture in bathrooms and other damp areas may speed up that change. Consider whether you enjoy an aged patina or prefer a more consistent finish, and ask our team about suitable options and care.
Help choosing handles for your project
For replacements, send us photos of the existing handles and tell us which parts you want to replace. For door handles, include the door face and the latch or lock on the door edge. We can help narrow down the options and advise which measurements to check.
Choosing door hardware for a whole house? Our free door scheduling service helps you work out handle quantities, functions and compatible locks or latches. Send us your floor plans or door list, together with your preferred styles and finishes. Contact our team for help choosing your handles.
Handles FAQs
Yes, many kitchen and furniture handles are interchangeable when the size and fixings suit. The distinction is often about style: dresser handles and decorative ceramic or crystal knobs can complement older furniture, while simple pulls suit contemporary cabinetry. Very small furniture knobs may be less practical on kitchen cupboards, so consider the grip and proportions too.
It may be possible, but the old holes will need to be filled and refinished or concealed beneath the new handle's base or backplate. Avoid drilling immediately beside an existing hole, as this can weaken the fixing. Check the new fixing positions and coverage with your installer before ordering.
Some sets include the mechanism, while other handles require compatible latches or locks to be selected separately. Check the chosen function, product inclusions and available options. A fixed dummy handle does not operate a latch.
It varies by product. Many functioning door lever and knob sets include handles for both sides of one door. Cabinet handles, dummy handles and pull handles may have different quantities or pack sizes. Check each listing's inclusions before calculating your order.
Not necessarily. Brass, nickel, bronze and other finishes can vary between brands, even when the names are the same. Choosing the same brand and finish is a useful starting point, but living finishes and hand-finished products can still vary. Ask our team for advice if a close match matters.
For a kitchen or a set of matching furniture, a few spare handles or knobs can be useful for future replacements or additions. Ranges can change or be discontinued, making the same design harder to find later. Spare handles provide a convenient option, though finishes may age differently once installed.
