Hardware Guides

Expert advice on various types of door, kitchen, bathroom and old house hardware.

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Ward Clapboard Mill

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Kitchen Vintage Suite

The finishing touch on your traditionally-styled old-house kitchen is restoration hardware.

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Versatile Tools for Tough Surfaces

Problematic or changing surfaces call for these durable, versatile tools.

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The Hardware Search

Replacing missing hardware, especially for windows and doors, requires perseverance and an eye for detail. Options extend to vintage and reproduction.

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The Hardware Search (and when to choose reproduction)

Replacing missing hardware, especially for windows and doors, requires perseverance and an eye for detail. Options extend to vintage and reproduction.

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Finishes for Your Door Hardware

Ask the Expert – Historic Hardware Q&A – What is the difference between the variety of finishes?

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How To Buy Reproduction Hardware

What makes one brand of door hardware better than another—especially if they’re all but identical in style?

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Determining the Quality of Door Hardware Sets

Ask the Expert – Historic Hardware Q&A – When purchasing new door hardware, how do you determine the quality of the door hardware set?

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The Variety of Finishes for Hardware

Ask the Expert – Historic Hardware Q&A – What is the difference between the variety of finishes?

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Mortise and Tubular Latches/Locks

Ask the Expert – Historic Hardware Q&A – What is the difference between mortise and tubular latches/locks?

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Importance of Door Handing

Ask the Expert – Historic Hardware Q&A – What is handing and why is it important?

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Measurements for New Door Hardware

Ask the Expert – Historic Hardware Q&A – What measurements do you need to know before purchasing a new set of door hardware?

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Functions for Your Door Hardware

Ask the Expert – Historic Hardware Q&A – What function do you need for your door hardware?

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Turn Vintage Cabinet Knobs into Hooks

Repurpose salvaged cabinet knobs by turning them into a row of handy hooks.

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Ask the Expert – Historic Hardware

We know you have questions on how hardware can bring out the unique character of your historic home. We’ve asked industry expert and Director of Product Development at Nostalgic Warehouse Bill Metzger to help with the answers.

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All About Cabinet Hinges

Hinge style and even finish determine compatibility with certain eras. Many options are available—invisible hinges, various pivot options, self-closers; it can be confusing!

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Exterior Fix-Ups

Head outside for three projects: sealing tarnished brass, fixing torn window screens, and installing functional shutters.

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Hardware Guides

Product of the Week

Preservation Products

The Unico System

Ward Clapboard Mill

Kitchen Vintage Suite

Versatile Tools for Tough Surfaces

The Hardware Search

The Hardware Search (and when to choose reproduction)

Finishes for Your Door Hardware

How To Buy Reproduction Hardware

Determining the Quality of Door Hardware Sets

The Variety of Finishes for Hardware

Mortise and Tubular Latches/Locks

Importance of Door Handing

Measurements for New Door Hardware

Functions for Your Door Hardware

Turn Vintage Cabinet Knobs into Hooks

Ask the Expert – Historic Hardware

All About Cabinet Hinges

Exterior Fix-Ups