Architectural Hardware Ideas, Inspiration, and Practical Advice for Adding Handles, Hinges, Knobs, and Pulls to Your Home (Home Design Details) PDF
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HDD AH 06-14-06.qxd 6/23/06 3:19 PM Page 1 Architectural Hardware JSocbn n: o#:177150 6S7iz Tei t:le 2 :1 5R.P9(-wAr)c2h7i9te.4c(thu)rmal mH aCrod w: aMre3 CCl0ie Ont/ P: :P VR2O-Vision Btleaxctk 1 Dept : DTPD/O : 26.06.06(Job no:90806.C2 D/O : 25.06.05 Co: CM3) HDD AH 001-176.qxd 7/19/06 2:06 PM Page 2 © 2006 by Quarry Books All rights reserved. No part of this book may be reproduced in any form without written permission of the copyright owners. All images in this book have been reproduced with the knowledge and prior consent of the artists concerned, and no responsibility is accepted by producer, publisher, or printer for any infringement of copyright or otherwise, arising from the contents of this publi- cation. Every effort has been made to ensure that credits accu- rately comply with information supplied. We apologize for any inaccuracies that may have occurred and will resolve inaccurate or missing information in a subsequent reprinting of the book. First published in the United States of America by Quarry Books, a member of Quayside Publishing Group 33 Commercial Street Gloucester, Massachusetts 01930-5089 Telephone: (978) 282-9590 Fax: (978) 283-2742 www.rockpub.com Library of Congress Cataloging-in-Publication Data Berry, Nancy E. Architectural hardware: ideas, inspiration, and practical advice for adding handles, hinges, knobs, and pulls to your home p. cm. ISBN 1-59253-295-0 (pbk.) 1. Finish hardware. 2. Building fittings. I. Title TH6010.B47 2006 747'.9––DC22 2006012141 CIP ISBN-13: 978-1-59253-295-7 ISBN-10: 1-59253-295-0 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 Design: Stephen Gleason Design Illustrations by: Robert Leanna II Cover images: Allan Penn; all other photographs by Jonathan Wallen except bottom right image by James Yochum. Printed in China Job no:71067 Title : RP-Architectural Hardware Client : PRO-Vision Job no:7 2 Scn : #175 Size : 215.9(w)279.4(h)mm Co : M3 C0 O/P: V2 Black Scn : #1 Dept : DTPD/O : 26.06.06(Job no:71067.C1 D/O : 20.07.06 Co: CM3) text Dept : D HDD AH 001-176.qxd 7/19/06 2:06 PM Page 3 HOME DESIGN DETAILS Architectural Hardware Ideas, Inspiration, and Practical Advice for Adding Handles, Hinges, Knobs, and Pulls to Your Home N A N C Y E . B E R R Y JSocbn n: o#:177150 6S7iz Tei t:le 2 :1 5R.P9(-wAr)c2h7i9te.4c(thu)rmal mH aCrod w: aMre3 CCl0ie Ont/ P: :P VR2O-Vision Btleaxctk 3 Dept : DTPD/O : 26.06.06(Job no:71067.C1 D/O : 20.07.06 Co: CM3) HDD AH 06-14-06.qxd 6/27/06 1:19 PM Page 4 Job no:71067 Title : RP-Architectural Hardware Client : PRO-Vision Job no:7 4 Scn : #175 Size : 215.9(w)279.4(h)mm Co : M3 C0 O/P: V2 Black Scn : #1 Dept : DTPD/O : 26.06.06(Job no:90806.C2 D/O : 25.06.05 Co: CM3) text Dept : D HDD AH 001-176.qxd 7/19/06 2:11 PM Page 5 CbO N T E N T S 7 Introduction PART ONE: Chapter Six: Bathroom Basics The Nuts and Bolts 98 Beach House Bath 100 Vanity Fair Chapter One: A Handle on Hardware 102 Cool Finishes 104 1800s Update 10 Country of Origin 106 Boathouse Basics 12 Casting Call 108 Country Classic 14 Door Hardware 110 Vintage Victorian 26 Window Hardware 112 Old World in theAlps 30 Cabinet Hardware 32 Exterior Hardware Chapter Seven: Living Spaces Chapter Two: Hinging on the Past 116 Medieval Inspiration 118 Log Cabin Fittings 36 Preindustrial Revolution 120 Farmhouse Guesthouse 38 Victorian:1860 to 1910 122 European Sophistication 40 Colonial and Spanish Revival Styles; 124 Child’sPlay Romantic: 1880s to 1940s 126 Home Work 42 Arts and Crafts: 1900s to 1930s 128 Craftsman Living 46 Art Deco: 1920s to 1930s 48 Modern: 1930s to 1950s Chapter Eight: Storage Spaces 50 Contemporary: 1960s to Present 132 Farmhouse Pantry Chapter Three: Finishing Touches 134 Vintage Mudroom 136 Personal Space 54 Elements of Style 138 Dressing Modern 57 Types of Finishes 140 Spelling Bee 58 Cleaning Old Hardware 142 Hooked on Design 61 Replating Hardware 144 Swiss Contemporary Chapter Four: Open and Shut Case 146 The Potting Shed 64 How to Install a Lockset Chapter Nine: Making an Entrance 70 How to Replace a Window Sash Fastener 150 Medieval Manor 72 How to Install Cabinet Hardware 152 Country Retreat 74 Shutter Hardware 154 Garden Gate 156 Delightful Doors PART TWO: 158 Arts and Crafts Entry 160 Dutch Doors Design Details 162 West Indies Inspiration Chapter Five: Kitchen Accoutrements 164 Glossary of Hardware Terms 170 Resources 82 Vintage-InspiredFarmhouse 174 Directory of Designers 84 Seeing Red 175 Acknowledgments 86 Spanish Eclectic 175 About the Author 88 Arts and Crafts Artistry 176 Photographer Credits 90 In the Black 92 Urban Setting 94 Euro-StyleMeets Country Classic r JSocbn n: o#:177150 6S7iz Tei t:le 2 :1 5R.P9(-wAr)c2h7i9te.4c(thu)rmal mH aCrod w: aMre3 CCl0ie Ont/ P: :P VR2O-Vision Btleaxctk 5 Dept : DTPD/O : 26.06.06(Job no:71067.C1 D/O : 20.07.06 Co: CM3) HDD AH 001-176.qxd 7/20/06 1:52 PM Page 6 Job no:71067 Title : RP-Architectural Hardware Client : PRO-Vision Job no:7 6 Scn : #175 Size : 215.9(w)279.4(h)mm Co : M3 C0 O/P: V2 Black Scn : #1 Dept : DTPD/O : 26.06.06(Job no:71067.C1 D/O : 20.07.06 Co: CM3) text Dept : D HDD AH 06-14-06.qxd 6/23/06 4:31 PM Page 7 I N TbR O D U C T I O N Several years ago, I found I had learned my lesson. Whether taking on a small renovation project or building a new myself the proud owner of home, it pays to get involved in the design details—right down to the architectural hard- my first home—a 1927 ware. Hardware not only allows us to navigate Cape Cod–style house. the spaces in our homes, but also reflects our home’s character. So where does one begin when The house was in remarkably good shape for its selecting knobs, latches, hinges, and pulls? The years, except for a 1970s master bath addition choices in the market today can be mind numb- with green shag carpet and mirrored sliding closet ing. There are different styles, price points, doors—which I had a hard time sliding. grades, and finishes. And what type of hardware I envisioned this space as my sanctuary; a retreat is appropriate for what room? In this book, where I could soak in a hot tub surrounded by we’ll look at the history, form, function, and beautiful fittings. I saw a linen closet with period styles of hardware, as well as simple French doors backed in antiqued mirror in a how-to projects for replacing outdated hard- home and garden magazine and thought they ware. We’ll also explore hardware design ideas would be the perfect replacement for the closet for a variety of spaces—from a Greek Revival sliders. I worked with a contractor to choose the kitchen to an ultramodern bath, to a traditional doors, beveled mirror, and “candle wax” paint home office, to an Arts and Crafts entryway. color. One item I did not think to specify was Architect Sandy Vitzthum described architectural the door hardware. When I arrived home from hardware this way: “It’s a lot like jewelry; you work that day, the contractor had installed the can leave it off, but a woman looks a lot more doors but their shiny “brass” doorknobs were finished with the appropriate jewelry on.” cheap dummy knobs that merely snapped into place. After a few months, the knobs became loose and their shiny gold finish started to chip. 7 JSocbn n: o#:177150 6S7iz Tei t:le 2 :1 5R.P9(-wAr)c2h7i9te.4c(thu)rmal mH aCrod w: aMre3 CCl0ie Ont/ P: :P VR2O-Vision Btleaxctk 7 Dept : DTPD/O : 26.06.06(Job no:90806.C2 D/O : 25.06.05 Co: CM3) HDD AH 06-14-06.qxd 6/23/06 3:19 PM Page 8 PART ONE The Nuts and Bolts Y ou may not realize it, but architectural hardware is a key element in keeping your home functioning properly. Knobs, hinges, latches, levers, and locks are the working pieces in our homes. Whether it’s a hinge that swings a door or a latch that opens a cupboard, these gadgets keep our homes in motion, allowing us to navi- gate through them. In this section, we’ll explore the practical aspects of architectural hardware: the what, why, and how of choosing, finishing, and installing hardware. We’ll also discover the history of hardware through the ages and which style of hardware is appropriate for which house design. 8 ARCHITECTURAL HARDWARE Job no:71067 Title : RP-Architectural Hardware Client : PRO-Vision Job no:7 8 Scn : #175 Size : 215.9(w)279.4(h)mm Co : M3 C0 O/P: V2 Black Scn : #1 Dept : DTPD/O : 26.06.06(Job no:90806.C2 D/O : 25.06.05 Co: CM3) text Dept : D HDD AH 06-14-06.qxd 6/23/06 3:19 PM Page 9 JSocbn n: o#:177150 6S7iz Tei t:le 2 :1 5R.P9(-wAr)c2h7i9te.4c(thu)rmal mH aCrod w: aMre3 CCl0ie Ont/ P: :P VR2O-Vision Btleaxctk 9 Dept : DTPD/O : 26.06.06(Job no:90806.C2 D/O : 25.06.05 Co: CM3)
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