Handles 

Handle strips are the trend in the kitchen par excellence. Not only are handles a practical way to make doors and drawers easier to open, but they also add aesthetic value by blending seamlessly into your décor.

However, choosing the right handles can be a challenge as there are many different sizes, shapes and styles.

However, choosing the right handles can be a challenge, as there are many different sizes, shapes and materials. For this reason, we would like to help you with your decision and give you some important tips on the topic of selecting and installing handle mouldings.

What is a handle moulding?

Handle strips are narrow, elongated profiles made of various materials that are attached to furniture, doors or drawers to serve as a handle for opening them. As they are hardly noticeable due to their narrow nature, they are often used to achieve a minimalist look. This makes handle mouldings a popular choice for modern furniture in kitchens, bathrooms and bedrooms.

What makes handle mouldings different from other furniture handles or knobs?

When planning your kitchen or furniture, drawers and doors play an important role. However, you should not only pay attention to the design, but also to the functionality of the fittings. After all, you will be opening the cupboards, doors and drawers several times a day - and if it doesn't work smoothly, you're bound to be in trouble.

In addition to choosing the right fittings, you should also pay attention to the functionality of the fittings.

In addition to choosing the appropriate hingesyou should also think about the right furniture handles and ask yourself which handles best suit your intended use.

Handle mouldings are becoming increasingly popular in kitchens, bathrooms and living rooms. But how are handles different from other furniture handles?

• Design: Handle strips are usually flat and narrow profiles that are attached lengthwise to the surface of your furniture. In contrast, other furniture handles are often three-dimensional and protrude from the drawer or door. The special thing about handles is that they can create a smooth, seamless surface, which perfectly supports the look of minimalist interiors.
• Functionality: Unlike other furniture handles, grip rails offer an effective and unobtrusive way to open and close furniture. At the same time, handles are smooth-running and easy to grip, even though they seem almost invisible. Depending on the design, many furniture handlesare less ergonomic than handle strips.

• Assembly: Handle strips are usually attached to the top edge of the drawer, while other furniture handles often have to be screwed on from behind or even recessed into the piece of furniture. Handle strips are therefore easier and quicker to fit in many cases.

For which applications are handle strips suitable?

Grip handles are an ideal choice if you're looking for furniture handles that draw little attention to themselves. Because handles do not distract from the rest of your furniture, but blend seamlessly and almost invisibly into your furniture. As a rule, you can use handles on all cupboards, drawers and doors to open and close them inconspicuously.

At the moment, the handles are not very noticeable.

While the handle strip is especially popular in modern and minimalist interior styles, you can also give old pieces of furniture a new look with discreet handle strips.

Handle mouldings are used in all areas of the home: In the bedroom, handles are used to easily open and close doors and drawers on modern wardrobes or bedside tables. In the kitchen, handles have even become a favourite when it comes to furniture handles. They are often used as handles on kitchen cabinets, drawersand built-in appliances such as fridges and dishwashers.

The space-saving properties of the handle strip should not be underestimated either, especially in areas such as the bathroom where there is often not much space. Handle strips are therefore an ideal choice on bathroom cabinets, mirror cabinets and shower doors.

But also in the bathroom.

But handles are also the order of the day in the office. They can be used as handles on office furniture such as desks, filing cabinets and drawers. Of course, handles are also used on a wide variety of furniture in the living room, for example on sideboards, chests of drawers and glass cabinets.

What types of handle strips are there?

As with other furniture handles, there are many different types of handle mouldings. The choice of the best handle depends on your individual requirements, the style of your furnishings and the area of use. Depending on which piece of furniture in the kitchen, office or living room the moulding is to be attached to, different types of handle mouldings are suitable:

• Handle strips with harpoon web: These handle strips have an additional fastening mechanism in the form of a so-called harpoon web to ensure particularly stable and secure mounting. Especially for use in heavily used areas such as kitchens and bathrooms, the handle strip with harpoon web is therefore ideal.
• U-shaped handle strips: As the name suggests, the shape of this handle strip resembles a U. This handle strip is increasingly found in kitchen drawers and cupboards, as it offers a comfortable grip position and is available in various materials such as wood, metal and plastic.
• C-shaped handles: The C-shaped handle is similar to the U-shaped variant, but is rounder and is therefore perceived by many people as more ergonomic. In contrast to the U-profile, however, the C-shaped handle strip is very rarely found in a wooden version.
• Handle strips with lighting: Illuminated handle strips offer a trendy mix of seamless design and fancy look. These handle strips impress with an integrated LED strip to create an additional light source in kitchens or other areas.
• Towel rail handles: As already mentioned, space in the bathroom is often very limited. To save space, there are also combi solutions where the handle bar can also be used as a towel rail.

Shape, size, material and finish: Here's what you should consider when choosing your grip rails

When choosing handles for your kitchen or furniture, there are several criteria you should consider. First, you should think about the size of the handle. How long the handle for your drawer or furniture door should be depends on the size and function of the piece of furniture, because a handle that is too large or too small can not only affect the look, but also the functionality.

In addition to the size, you should also consider the size of the handle.

In addition to the size, the shape of the handle strip should also match the design of the piece of furniture. After all, your handle will be used several times a day - so make sure that it is ergonomic and comfortable to grip and that it matches your furniture well in terms of appearance.

Of course.

Of course, the material also plays an important role. Handle strips are usually made of one of the following materials:

• Wood
• Metal or
• Plastic

Which material you choose depends on your preference and the area of use on the one hand, and on your piece of furniture on the other. For example, metal or plastic handles are particularly suitable for bathrooms and kitchens, as they are water-resistant and easy to clean. Make sure that the handle strip is of high quality and well made. Among other things, the edges of the handle strip should be well ground so that you cannot injure yourself when gripping the handle strip.

How are handles mounted or fixed?

As a rule, handles are fixed in one of the following ways:

How are handles mounted?

• Screw on
• glue or glue
• recessing, milling or hammering in

Click here for step-by-step instructions on how to properly install handle mouldings according to the type of mounting.

Conclusion

Handle mouldings are an ideal way to combine function and aesthetics. Whether for drawers or doors in the kitchen, bathroom or bedroom, handle mouldings guarantee a modern look. When choosing, you should make sure that the material, size and shape of the handles match your piece of furniture and your interior.

Ergonomics and quality are also factors that you should not neglect when buying. The type of installation you choose depends on the type of handle and your piece of furniture - take care so that you can enjoy your handles for a long time.