Journal

5 Cabinet Hardware Mistakes That Can Make a Kitchen Feel "Off"
5 Cabinet Hardware Mistakes That Can Make a Kitchen Feel "Off"
The 5 most common cabinet hardware mistakes — and how to avoid them — from KOVA Atelier Home. Read more...
Where Should Cabinet Hardware Be Placed? A Guide to Knobs and Pulls
Where Should Cabinet Hardware Be Placed? A Guide to Knobs and Pulls
Where you place cabinet hardware can make all the difference. Learn the best placement for knobs and pulls on upper cabinets, lower cabinets, drawers, Shaker cabinetry, and panel-ready appliances for... Read more...
Why Textured Cabinet Hardware Is Having a Moment
Why Textured Cabinet Hardware Is Having a Moment
From organic hammered surfaces to precise knurled detailing, textured cabinet hardware adds depth, contrast and a tactile element to a space. Explore how texture can transform even the smallest design... Read more...
How to Mix Metal Finishes in a Kitchen Without Making It Feel Random
How to Mix Metal Finishes in a Kitchen Without Making It Feel Random
Can you mix brass, nickel and stainless steel in the same kitchen? Absolutely. Learn how to mix metal finishes intentionally, from choosing a dominant metal to pairing cabinet hardware with... Read more...
Cabinet Knobs vs. Pulls: Which Should You Choose?
Cabinet Knobs vs. Pulls: Which Should You Choose?
Cabinet knobs or pulls? Learn where each works best, when to mix them and how to choose hardware that balances proportion, function and design. Read more...
How to Choose Cabinet Hardware Finishes for Your Kitchen
How to Choose Cabinet Hardware Finishes for Your Kitchen
A guide to choosing cabinet hardware finishes for your kitchen, from the warmth of satin brass to the versatility of satin nickel—and why your metals don’t always need to match. Read more...
What Size Cabinet Pulls Should You Choose? A Guide to Getting the Proportions Right
What Size Cabinet Pulls Should You Choose? A Guide to Getting the Proportions Right
Not sure what size cabinet pulls to choose? Learn how to select the right pull length for cabinet doors, drawers, vanities and appliances—and why proportion matters more than following a... Read more...
Satin brass and satin nickel textured cabinet knobs by Kova Atelier Home
Satin Brass vs. Satin Nickel Cabinet Hardware: How to Choose the Right Finish
Choosing between satin brass and satin nickel cabinet hardware? We’re breaking down how each finish works with different cabinet colors, materials and design styles—and how to choose the right one... Read more...
How to Choose the Right Size Cabinet Pull
How to Choose the Right Size Cabinet Pull
Choosing the right cabinet pull size is all about proportion. Learn how to measure center-to-center spacing, choose hardware for different cabinet and drawer sizes, and decide when a longer pull... Read more...
Welcome to Kova: Why We Started With Hardware
Welcome to Kova: Why We Started With Hardware
Kova began with a belief that the smallest details can completely change the way a space feels. Discover why we started with cabinet hardware—and the thinking behind our approach to... Read more...