Every year around this time the North Idaho Building Contractors Association (NIBCA) produces the Parade of Homes, showcasing North Idaho’s best new residential homes of the season. Participating homes reveal the latest technological advances and design trends of the year. It’s also an incredible opportunity for builders, trade contractors, and suppliers like us, to share […]
Matching cabinet hardware finishes to your faucet and plumbing fixtures? Look no further, Amerock has you covered. Amerock has designed its finishes to coordinate with top plumbing and appliance brands so you can seamlessly tie the whole room together. Does cabinet hardware have to match your faucet? No. But, traditionally kitchens and bathrooms will match […]
Brass has become the #1 cabinet hardware finish in the past three years, and transformations like this make it clear to see why. The resurgence of brass comes in new styles and finishes that will elevate the look of any room. Blogger and DIY-er, Eryn Whalen shares with us how she completely transformed her guest […]
For all the ways 2020 fell short, remodeling and interior design was not one of them. Home builds and renovation projects boomed, giving rise to all new hardware trends that are becoming must-haves in 2021. Here The Hardware Hut’s top 5 trend predictions for 2021. 1.) Mixing Finishes The days of outfitting an entire home […]
It’s that time of year again. It’s time to winterize your home by weatherproofing doors. Here are three items to stop cold air, harsh weather, and unwanted pests from getting in. Weatherproof Doors Three components are needed to weatherproof your exterior doors, as shown in the diagram below; the Threshold, Door Bottom, and Weatherstripping. All […]
We’ve seen brass hardware make a serious comeback in recent years. Brass was our most popular cabinet handle finish of 2019, and it looks like this trend is here to stay for the long haul. When some of us think brass, we think back to the shiny, cheap-looking finishes of the 80’s, but today’s brass […]
We’ve seen brass hardware making a serious come back in recent years. The resurgence of brass comes in new finishes and styles, much different from the basic shiny brass door knobs so many homes have had at one point. Designer Shaleesa Mize of Little Pacific Design Studio tells us why she loves using brass in projects, […]
When we think home updates, we usually think about kitchen adds, bathroom remodels, or other interior updates, but what about the outside? There are simple hardware updates you can finish in a weekend that will give your home some serious curb appeal. Updates, like painting your front door, and upgrading door locks can totally transform […]
For years, we’ve been adding to our list of technologically advanced hardware. Technology continues to advance, and hardware has not been left behind. Smart locks are becoming increasingly more popular, especially in Airbnb and rental properties. Emtek and Schlage are two leaders in this field, offering multiple styles and entry options. They completely crush the […]
Satin this, brushed that, figuring out the right terminology can be tough. How are you supposed to know? Every manufacturer has a unique lingo that adds more confusion to the mix. There are 2 or 3 different sheen options for one finish, and then there are more than 50 different finish options to decipher. Each […]
