Custom Hardware Design Guide

Element Hardware offers fully customizable hardware tailored to your specific needs, balancing both form and function. This guide simplifies the design process, making it a fun and interactive way to create your ideal hardware. While this guide showcases hundreds of combinations from our existing product line, we can craft nearly any custom hardware you envision. We often work from photos and sketches, and can even come up with a whole new design just for you! Consider this guide a starting point to explore all of the possibilities in designing your hardware from Element.

Five Key Design Metrics:

  1. Style
    Consider the base shape of your pull or knob. Would you prefer a pull that allows for a full hand grip, or something more minimalistic? Our ‘U’ pulls provide a functional, easy-to-use option, while the rustic style, with its inward sweep, offers a more minimalist approach that reduces outward projection.
  2. Texture
    Decide if you want a texture forged into the material to enhance the character of your hardware. Texture can create rustic, industrial, or modern aesthetics.
  3. Material (Size & Shape)
    Material thickness and shape play a significant role in the final look. Thicker, shorter sizes lend themselves to rustic or industrial styles, while thinner, longer materials create a refined, modern appeal. The shape also impacts the feel—round material softens the design, while square material provides a cleaner look.
  4. Finish
    Element Hardware takes pride in offering unique, hand-worked finishes you won’t find anywhere else. From oil blackening to brass brushing, our finishes are designed for durability and timeless appeal. Custom finishes and matching are available.
  5. Accents
    Enhance your hardware with decorative screws or backplates for a polished, personalized touch.

Style Options

Pulls:

  • U Pull – Our best-selling style. Functional and adaptable to any decor. Available in ⅜”, ½”, and ¼” x 1” material thicknesses. Drilled and tapped for 8-32 screws, mounted from inside for a clean look.
  • Rustic Pull – A timeless classic that blends rustic and modern elements.
  • Spike Pull – A bold statement piece crafted from reclaimed railroad spikes, full of unique markings and character.
  • Diamond Pull – A modern, elegant variation of our Rustic Pull, featuring square material turned on edge for a sleek, sophisticated look.
  • Modern Pull – Minimalist and geometric, ideal for artistic spaces and modern decor.

Knobs & Smaller Pulls:

  • Classic Knob – Our best-selling knob, available in standard sizes (1”-1.25”), with options up to 2” for a bold statement.
  • L Knob – A knob version of the U Pull, mountable in various orientations.
  • Spike Knob – A striking, historical piece made from real reclaimed railroad spikes.
  • Finger Pull (Front Mount) – Industrial and rustic, available in 1” to 4” lengths, approximately 3” in height, mountable vertically or horizontally.
  • Finger Pull (Rear Mount) – A sleek way to open cabinets, with only the lip visible. Requires a 3/16” gap between cabinet doors.

Texture Options

  • Hammered – Adds a rustic yet refined touch, enhancing modern or craftsman decor.
  • Moonscape – A unique, cratered texture, perfect for modern and abstract styles.
  • Smooth – Clean and classic, ideal for modern and industrial designs.
  • Twist – Available in single, reverse, double, water, and pineapple styles.
  • Tree Bark – Organic, flowing lines, complementing boho and nature-inspired decor.

Material Options

  • Thickness & Length Options:
    • ¼” (3-4” typical)
    • ⅜” (4-12” typical)
    • ½” (13-24” typical)
    • ⅝” (25” and above)
  • Shape Options:⚫ Round ⬛Square 🔷Diamond ⬣ Hexagonal ▬ Flat

Finish Options

  • Oil Blackened – A satin black finish with subtle gray undertones, showcasing the forge work. Our black oxide process penetrates the metal for extreme durability, unlike paint that chips over time.
  • Brushed Steel – A satin, slightly shiny finish that retains a handmade feel. Works well in modern and rustic settings.
  • Brass Brushed – Achieved by heating the steel and brushing it with brass bristles, resulting in a durable, golden-brushed effect.

All finishes are sealed with premium moisture-wicking, hardening wax for long-lasting durability. Unlike paint and synthetic sealants, which chip over time, our finishes can be easily reapplied.

Accents

  • Decorative Screws – Pyramid or acorn style (additional cost). Round head screws included with purchase.
  • Back Plates – Available in standard 1.5” sizes for each foot or as full backplates.

Wholesale Designer & Builder Discounts Available:

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📞 Call/Text: 458-206-9754

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Custom order inquiries and wholesale pricing available (minimum order: $250, bulk discount for 10+ pieces).