From period-style patterns to stunning patinas and rustic textures, there are many different door furniture finishes to add idiosyncratic style and charm to any interior. Modern homeowners tend to lean into the minimalist look of clean lines and simple finishes, however, if you're looking to make a bold statement, it's time to delve into the world of rich door furniture textures, such as the hammered finish.
Door furniture that has a distinctive aesthetic identity can help to establish a theme or create a visual continuity around your entire home. So whether you live in a sleek, modern abode or a more traditional property, the right door hardware can be used to tastefully complement or even offset your interior design in an interesting way.
A hammered finish is slightly different from the aged patinas and the rough edges of rustic hardware, creating detail without making the door hardware look worn-in to deliberately suit the age of your property. Instead, hammered finishes have a different appeal as they have been crafted by a skilful metalsmith in a decorative and controlled way, suiting the look and feel of modern homes and apartments as well as the elegance of classic abodes.
So, what is a hammered finish?
A hammered finish is a decorative texture that's created by repeatedly applying a small, precise hammer or similar instrument to the metal which produces small dimples on its surface. The metal is then polished to create a smoother feel and a lustrous look. The hand-hammered texture gives the metal a dappled appearance where light and dark contrast beautifully on its surface. As light moves around the surface of a hammered finish it can take on shimmery, iridescent qualities. The degree to which the metal surface is polished will dictate how pronounced or subtle the hammer texture is on the finished item.
Why are hammered metal finishes so popular?
Hammered finishes are distinctively attractive and subtly decorative, adding an understated luxury and a sense of high class to any modern or traditional home interior. The hammered look is perfect for anyone who wants their door hardware to have a striking texture with handcrafted appeal without looking overly worn or deliberately vintage.
At TBKS we offer a stunning range of handles, knobs, cabinet pulls and similar door hardware essentials to give your home a style makeover. Browse hammered hardware from trusted brands including Finesse, From The Anvil and Frelan.
From the Anvil Hammered Mushroom Knob
The product of high-quality materials and skilled manufacturing techniques, this hammered mushroom knob by From The Anvil has been forged from solid brass and hand-hammered by expert craftsmen, transforming both traditional and modern homes.
From the Anvil Hammered Newbury Lever Handle
Available in a range of colours to suit your exact interior design requirements, the Newbury Lever comes with a glossy finished body and hammered detail on the level handle. This stunning piece of door hardware has the perfect blend of simple traditional appeal and hammered charm to add personality and style to any home.
From the Anvil Hammered Regency Concealed Drawer Pull
Forged from solid brass, this lavish drawer pull will make an opulent addition to any interior. Perfect for kitchen units, desk drawers and attractive side units, this concealed regency cup pull is filled with rich texture and surrounded by smooth polished framing.
With 40 years of experience in the production of high-quality Ironmongery, Frelan have created a beautifully cabinet knob with a larger hammered effect in Pewter Patina that will really stand out around your home, embodying a sophisticated period-style.
Finesse Hammered Strap Pull Handle
Made of the best-quality lead-free pewter, this hammered strap pull handle by Finesse Design is a rougher take on more uniform hammered styles. Comes with a tactile finish that will not corrode with a minimum of 92% tin, anti-rust properties and a lustrous finish.
From The Anvil Hammered Cabinet Knob
This audacious hammered cabinet knob by From The Anvil comes with a bold hand-crafted hammered effect, showing every hammer blow in a bold, eye-catching and beautifully tactile way. Once fitted, indoor lighting will scintillate on the striking surface texture.
