FAQ

Handles & Knobs

• What is a cc measurement?
• Are screws included when ordering handles and knobs?
• Do you have leather handles or leather-wrapped handles in other cc measurements, such as c/c 87 or c/c 192?
• What metal is used in the handles and knobs?
• How do I take care of my leather handles in the best way?
• How do I take care of my metal handles in the best way?
• How do I take care of my wooden handles in the best way?
• Do your kitchen handles fit my IKEA kitchen?
• How do I install the handles in my new kitchen?
• Which center-to-center measurement do you recommend?
• Where are your products manufactured?

What is a cc measurement?

A cc measurement is simply the distance calculated from the center of one screw hole to the center of the other screw hole on the door, drawer front, or handle. Sometimes it's also referred to as a center-to-center measurement, and the measurements are always given in millimeters. Knobs, for natural reasons, do not have a cc measurement as they only involve a single screw hole. If you have a kitchen or a dresser where fittings have been previously installed or if your doors are pre-drilled for handles, you can easily measure the cc measurement on the door to find new handles that fit your setup! Cc measurements follow a standard frame where all are divisible by the industrial measure of 32mm, such as cc64, cc96, and cc128. However, there are some older exceptions that are much rarer today, such as cc78 and cc87.

Tip! If you find it tricky to measure from the midpoints of the holes, one trick is to instead measure from the inner edge of one hole to the outer edge of the other hole; the result should be the same!

Are screws included when ordering handles and knobs?

Absolutely! Screws with M4 threads should always be included when ordering handles and knobs that require screws for installation! If the order includes a furniture fitting that also needs another type of screw for mounting, those should also be included in the delivery! There should also be a field under all handles and knobs where you can specify the thickness of your doors or drawers, allowing us to adjust the screw length so that the screws fit perfectly when they arrive at your home!

Tip! If you plan to mount a knob on the wall instead of on a dresser or in the kitchen, please let us know when placing your order, and we will send a screw post instead of an M4 screw! The screw post allows you to mount any knob with M4 threads directly into the wall, turning the knob into a hook!

Do you have leather handles or leather-wrapped handles in other cc measurements, such as c/c 87 or c/c 192?

We do not stock these currently, but we are very flexible with our leather handles, and almost any handle in the store can be customized with your choice of leather! If you want leather-wrapped handles in cc 87 or cc 192, that’s no problem, and if you have ideas about wrapping another handle, we can do that too! We currently offer four different leather colors: black, brown, cognac, and natural, and they can be applied to any handle! We are more than happy to accept special orders and personal ideas to create unique leather handles for our customers! Please contact us with your thoughts and ideas, and we’ll work out a solution!

What metal is used in the handles and knobs?

Most handles that are described as being made of metal are made from a zinc alloy, often known as Zamak. This is the most common metal choice for kitchen handles and knobs. If the handle or knob is made of another material, it is usually specified in the product description. For example, we have many kitchen handles in brass, knobs in porcelain, and fittings in aluminum and wood. Note also that there is a difference between fittings that are stainless and those with a stainless steel look, as well as brass and brass-colored.

If you are very sensitive to nickel, you should avoid kitchen fittings made from the common zinc alloy. Almost all of our fittings have a surface coating, which means you rarely touch the metal directly, but if you are still unsure, we suggest our nickel-free range of handles and knobs!

How do I take care of my leather handles in the best way?

Leather is a natural material, and no leather handle is exactly like another. Our leather loop, leather-wrapped handles, handles with cross-stitching, and handles with leather pieces are all made from Eco-certified, Swedish leather from Tärnsjö Garveri. Leather from Tärnsjö Garveri is of very high quality and works very well as handles on dressers, kitchens, and wardrobes. However, leather is also a material that ages naturally and is affected by light, moisture, and wear. The leather itself is saturated and has very little absorption capacity for moisture, but it can darken with repeated contact with water. Our suppliers of leather handles do not recommend any specific handling method for the handles, but if you want to polish them after some time, regular leather care products for furniture should work excellently! We believe that a significant part of the charm of leather handles is the natural patina!

How do I take care of my metal handles in the best way?

We have handles and knobs in many different metals, and most of the fittings are lacquered over the finish to protect the fitting and prevent aging. This means you will never need to polish the handles or maintain them in any other way. On the contrary, to protect the surface lacquer on the fittings, we recommend cleaning our metal handles and metal knobs only with water and dish soap.

Most of our brass handles also have a clear lacquer to prevent the brass from aging naturally, so you won't have to polish the fitting. Here too, we recommend only water and dish soap for cleaning and never any brass polish, such as Häxans, as this can remove the lacquer and cause the handles to become stained. However, we also have unlacquered brass handles for those who appreciate the natural patina of brass, and for these handles, polishing agents can be used to polish the brass over time!

How do I take care of my wooden handles in the best way?

Our handles and knobs in oak, beech, cherry, pine, walnut, and other types of wood are mostly lacquered at the workshop. After the wooden knob or handle is shaped, a thin clear lacquer is applied to the fitting to protect against moisture and other external influences. This means you will never need to oil the wood or maintain it in any other way. However, it is important to keep in mind that wood is a natural material with a natural aging process that changes and/or darkens over time. Additionally, different types of wood and different parts of the tree can result in different conditions and rates of change. Therefore, we recommend our customers clean our wooden handles only with water and dish soap to protect the surface lacquer and ensure a long lifespan for their wooden fittings.

Do your kitchen handles fit my IKEA kitchen?

Absolutely! Handles for kitchens, wardrobes, dressers, etc., follow a standard when it comes to cc measurements (the distance between screw holes), which should be the same across all kitchen suppliers on the market. However, IKEA does not always specify the same measurements for their handles as, for example, Marbodal or Ballingslöv. Some categorize their handles based on the total length of the fitting instead of the cc measurement, but if you check the cc measurement under the product, you will often see that they still fall within the standard.

So absolutely, if you have a kitchen from HTH, Kvänum, IKEA, Marbodal, Ballingslöv, Nordanro, Epoq, Kvick, Vedum, or any other kitchen supplier on the market, you can buy handles and knobs from us!

How do I install the handles in my new kitchen?

Many people believe that a carpenter is needed to install handles on their kitchen cabinets, but it is not difficult at all! To install handles on a drawer or a door, you only need a few tools that most DIY enthusiasts have at home, namely a screwdriver and possibly a drill. If there are already handles on your cabinet doors, you can easily unscrew them with a Phillips screwdriver and then screw on your new handles with the screws that we include in the delivery of your new fittings!

If your kitchen is completely new and the doors are unbored, you will need to make holes in the doors first. Use our handy and simple template for handles to mark the holes on drawer fronts and doors. Then drill the holes at the markings with a 4mm drill and screw the handle using a screwdriver and the included M4 screws.

Which center-to-center measurement do you recommend?

When it comes to choosing the center-to-center measurement, it is really only a matter of preference. However, if you want a recommendation, the 96mm and 128mm measurements are very good as there are many handles available in those sizes. By choosing a more common measurement, you will have many handle options to choose from if you want to change them in the future!

Where are your products manufactured?

Our products are manufactured all over the world. A large portion is made in Sweden, but we also have products manufactured in Germany, Austria, the USA, Poland, Spain, Italy, China, and Finland. If you have any specific product in mind, please don't hesitate to ask us!