A knob is a type of hardware connected to drawer and cabinet doors at a single point and helps provide access to the storage space of the furniture. Knobs differ from pulls because only a single bolt is needed for their attachment while two or more bolts are needed to attach pulls. Knobs can be purchased in different styles and sizes and are designed to complement cabinets. They are generally bulbous. The term can also refer to any decorative piece attached to cabinets by one shaft only.

 

A knob can be replaced easily by the use of a suitable screwdriver to take off the existing piece and installing a more stylish model. Also available are classic knobs that look like ceramics or glass that have been handcrafted in past times. Nowadays, homeowners are able to purchase low priced knobs at hardware stores and look in resale shops for knobs that are antique styled knobs. Knobs can be used to make wood cabinets look traditional or modern. These small pieces add details to the kitchen that can have a huge effect on the visual appeal of a set of cabinets.