Are you looking to update your kitchen without forking out for a complete kitchen makeover? The answer just might be getting some replacement handles and knobs for your kitchen cabinets.
Of course painting your kitchen cupboards can also do wonders but sometimes that isn’t necessary. Just changing the hardware can make a world of difference.
Below we’ve compiled a bumper list of 63 options for replacement handles for your kitchen cabinets.
The handle suggestions are divided into the following sections:
- Modern Gold Handles
- Chrome & Silver Handles
- Trendy Copper Handles
- Wooden Handles
- Ceramic Knobs
- Vintage Style Handles
- Brass Hardware
- Fun & Funky Handle Picks
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63 Gorgeous Replacement Handles to Instantly Update your Kitchen Cabinets
Modern Gold Handles
Update your kitchen cupboard handles using these trendy yet classic choices to breath new life into your kitchen for years to come.
Super long and super classy. These lovely long handles will add height to any kitchen cupboard but would look best on tall floor to ceiling cupboards or built in fridges.
The texture on these metal handles are what brings them bang up to date.
The hexagon shaped knobs and longer handles are a fun and eye catching take on a classic brass cabinet handle.
Don't you love these art deco fan style handles? So lush!
There are more art deco handle ideas here and even more art deco decor suggestions here.
Another version of a hexagon kitchen cabinet knob.
The black version with gold accents is particularly striking.
Bright and textural - these kitchen cupboard handles have simple elegance and a sturdy feel.
Chrome & Silver Handle Picks
Gold is not the only metal on the block of course. If you like traditional chrome and silver knobs and handles but you want something a bit more up to date then these might be just what you've been looking for.
These handles are quite long so they would suit tall cupboards and ladder doors.
These are reminiscent of retro fridge handles. Get the 50's diner look in your own home!
These bamboo style handles come in silver and gold finishes and both have that unique twist on a standard handle. So fun!
These are similar to the first knurled cabinet handles above but with a different shape. These come in three metal colours including silver.
A classic angular shape that shouldn't date quickly.
These are probably more often bought for upcycling bedroom furniture and wardrobes but with the right decor there is no reason you couldn't use these in the kitchen.
Trendy Copper Handles
You already know I am in love with copper decor.
Industrial style copper handles like these have been trendy for a while and they have a timeless look that should mean they'll be trendy for a good while longer!
Pictured on a dresser but turn them length ways on a kitchen cupboard door and they would look fab!
A similar look to above but with a lovely combination of oak and wood.
These are billed as rose gold/copper....
Not sure what that means but they are shiny and pretty and they would be a fab replacement for bog standard stainless steel handles that have seen their day!
A colourful take on the standard copper pipe style cupboard handles.
These come in both hammered and plain varieties. Which one do you prefer?
A super polished take on copper cabinet handles.
Wooden Cabinet Handles with Style
No boring wooden knobs here! These selections are a totally modern take on the classic wooden handle for your kitchen cabinets!
A classic and sturdy shaped replacement handle in multiple wood varieties.
These will look and feel fab for years to come.
These half moon wooden handles are so tactile!
They are practically begging you to open the cupboard door just so you can touch them!
Caution - might lead to more snacking!
These wooden handles have a unique wave shape that you don't see very often.
A natural material with a modern twist!
These have a fun retro shape to them. I think they'd look especially good as natural accent on painted kitchen cupboards rather than trying to match wood on wood.
Wood, gold and a pop of colour. No need to choose - get everything in one handle!
Sometimes less is more. Super simple. Super Stylish.
If you had the wood carving skills you could make these yourself by foraging twigs in the forest. Sadly most of us don't have those skills so here is the version you can buy ready made!
The unique rings in these birch ply cabinet knobs give them a lovely handcrafted look for a rustic kitchen.
These rounded handles have a similar plywood look to the knobs above. Think modern 70's vibe!
Knobco have a few varieties of these animal print wooden cabinet knobs. This one stood out for it's modern looking pattern.
Ceramic Knobs you Can't Keep your Hands Off
Ceramic knobs in kitchens are probably the easiest to reach for when you are thinking of replacement handles for your kitchen cabinets.
They can look country cottage cute or modern and on trend - depending which one you go for.
A modern and sophisticated way to add a pop of colour to your kitchen.
I think these cabinet knobs would look as lovely on dark grey cabinets as they would on white ones.
These patterned Italian style ceramic cupboard door knobs are so eye catching.
The name of the store that sells them is called the 'Make It Fabulous Store' - they certainly would make your kitchen look fabulous!
These muted ceramic knobs could provide a soft accent in a modern kitchen or add a touch of colour to a country cottage kitchen.
My favourite is the pink one.
These are subtle but gorgeous. They would stand out on grey kitchen cupboards and add to the calm clean look of an all white kitchen.
Both the shape and decoration of these will give your kitchen definite personality.
These Please (the company) have a huge range of different coloured ceramic knobs like these ones.
This green mix caught my eye for a calming botanic themed kitchen.
I love the square shape and fun design on these ceramic knobs. They come in a set of 6.
Understated blue and white. Always a winning look.
These are just so quirky and special looking. On wooden cupboard doors? What do you think?
A more understated take on the traditional mexican style ceramic knobs.
These are handmade unique knobs by Earth to Ocean Ceramics. A lovely mix of textures and colours.
A super pretty and unique knob shaped like a washed up seashell.
Vintage Style Handles
Whether you go with actual antique replacement handles and hardware or you go with a vintage style knob or pull you can certainly add some class to your kitchen with these timeless picks.
These labelled handles are so ornate they are a statement piece on their own.
The side screw fastening also means you can fit them on almost any kind of cupboard or door once you've filled the holes from your existing cabinet hardware.
These rough hammered style black cupboard knobs give the look of age without the price tag of buying antique.
This is another seller who has a range of similar options. These all have ornate vintage style patterns.
Pick your favourite or mix and match.
Simple but with that slight vintage forged iron look.
These beautiful knobs have vintage illustrations behind glass.
The natural stone in these handles gives them a vintage feel without actually looking antique.
The white ones are my favourite - what about you?
Brass Hardware Picks
Brass hardware is another classic pick for kitchens. Here are our top picks for replacement brass handles.
Classic material. Modern Shape. End of.
If you are looking for something with a solid dependable feel and a modern look that won't age quickly, these brass peg knobs might be the ones for you.
These handles don't shout but they hold their own but by being just lat little bit different with their tapered ends.
A modern take on the classic brass drawer knob.
Brass with a hint of colour and a fun and an interesting shape. Lovely!
Dare to be Quirky (Fun & Funky Handle Picks)
Want your new cupboard handles to be a design statement in and of themselves?
Then these are the handles for you!
These are our most out there picks from jaguars to sausage dogs and animal prints!
Lovely Gold Cheese Plant Leaf knobs to make a statement in your kitchen!
These are some super trendy bee handles that look lovely and tactile as well.
Jaguars in the kitchen anyone?
Clearly these are for the eclectics among us. But really - why not?
I'm picturing these in a bachelor pad - what do you think?
These green glass handles almost look like the texture of bamboo leaves. Definitely unique and definitely light reflecting!
These are statement knobs! So luxurious looking!
This company do all sorts of cute little animal knobs.
Not all of them are suitable for a kitchen but if you are really into a particular animal as a decor theme this could be a good place to look for your cabinet knobs.
This is such an unusual mix of materials and colours but it really works. I think these would look great on white cupboard doors.
How cute are these sausage dog drawer handles?
So many cool patterns to choose from. These are made of resin with a gold edge.
A Ginko Biloba shaped cupboard handle? There is a knob for everyone it seems!
Pop of colour anyone?
Ready to Update your Kitchen?
I hope this list helped you find the perfect new handles for your kitchen makeover project.
If you want more kitchen inspiration you might enjoy these posts too:
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- How to Upcycle Old Kitchen Cabinet Doors with Paint
- How to Upcycle an Ikea Bekvam Kitchen Trolley
- 55 Amazing DIY Storage & Organizing Ideas Using Upcycled Junk!
- 10 Art Deco Style Upcycle Projects to Jazz up your Home
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MadsenBranker
Friday 25th of February 2022
This article was a great idea but a little 'flub' y'all didn't catch.... you put the descriptions right on top of the pictures so that we can't see the very things that we're in the article for...... or am i missing something? Am i having a 'blonde' moment or was that you???
Kristen Hubert
Saturday 26th of February 2022
When I look at the post I can see the name of the handle on top of the photo which is how it is meant to be, with the description and link button below the photo. If you are seeing something different it might be your browser I'm not sure! It looks as it is supposed to on my computer but so sorry you are having trouble seeing it!
x Kristen