This post is sponsored by Schlage.
Who knew that door knobs could make such a statement?
After installing doors and trim, the knobs you choose can really make or break the entire look.
And there are more choices than you’d realize – not to mention different finishes and accessories to go with it.
For doors, we chose a Shaker style 3-panel style. (This was actually Ryan’s design choice and I totally love it.) The trim around the doors and windows is intended to invoke a farmhouse feel. Some of the doors are white and some are black – depending on the room.
Then, it was time to choose hardware.
I wanted something simple and timeless – and something that also had a farmhouse feel. I thought a knob fit the bill more than levers – but this is just a personal preference.
If you’ve ever been in an older home, you’ll notice that most door knobs had larger backplates and trim, so when I spotted the Andover knobs with the Addison trim by Schlage, I was immediately smitten. The round knob is simple and timeless – and the backplate/trim makes it feel like an old door knob. (Which is exactly what I wanted.)
We have finally installed, cut to size, painted, and installed hardware on the doors. Which is not a quick or simple array of tasks when you are doing it all yourself. But the doors and knobs look incredible. So it was worth it.
The knobs I chose from Schlage come in a variety of finishes (I chose aged bronze and it’s gorgeous). You can also mix and match the trim pieces and knobs. The hardware looks equally beautiful on dark or light doors.
We decided to skip the locking doors (because our child would lock himself in on the regular) and instead opted for a mix of non-turning sets (for closets without a lock or latch) and hall-and-closet sets (for all other “regular” doors with a catch).
The mudroom doors, for example, were non-turning sets.
And the bathroom door was a hall and closet lock. My dad helped install the door hardware and made it look really easy.
I think my very favorite doors to show off the hardware are the closets in our room. There are eight doors total – four sets of french doors. They look beautiful and elegant – and the door hardware truly sets everything off and makes the doors a feature.
(Still need to come back and tell you more about those built-ins, but that’s for another day.)
The doors are only 18 inches each, and the lock sets give them a little more heft.
Our bedroom isn’t very big, but there is so much character with the tall ceilings and built-in closets and dressers. It’s just a great space.
Overall, having doors with beautiful hardware feels like an indulgence – but it’s also a very affordable way to update the look of your home. So if you hate your door knobs (I’m talking to you, 80s brass), now’s the time to find something you love.
You deserve it.
Thanks to Schlage for providing the door hardware for our new home. These lock sets are the perfect complement to our other design choices. You won’t believe how affordable it can be to swap out your hardware – or what a difference it can make in your home. Visit Schlage on their website, Facebook, Twitter or Pinterest to learn more and find your perfect hardware.
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Rachel Lannister says
You advised choosing doorknobs with bigger backplates, as it gives them an older feel. I’ve been wanting to replace the door handle on my front door, as the current one is worn out and almost broken entirely. I would love to have an older fashioned looking one, as it would really fit in well with the design of the rest of my home.
locksmith says
Mushroom is really nice choise for inner doors. I love the colors!
Rachel says
Your mudroom doors are so pretty. Choosing the right door hardware can make such a difference! Thanks for sharing!
Gretchen@BoxyColonial says
those are awesome! and it’s true…splurging a little on stuff like doorknobs makes such a big difference in pulling a room (or a whole house!) together
Katie says
Love the hardware you chose — looks great with the white doors especially!
cassie @ primitive & proper says
those are awesome! love the backplate on them and i love how they look with the white especially.
Christine says
love the knobs but I’m going off topic too 🙂 What kind of paint do you use on your doors when you paint them black? Satin? Eggshell? High gloss? Inquiring minds want to know 🙂
Joan says
I would like to know what paint you used.
Kim Woodward says
The doors were painted using Behr Alkyd Paint – it’s a little more durable for trim and doors.All the info about this is in this post.
K Frer - cozycapecottage says
This is totally unrelated to the doorknob conversation – the picture with the roomba alcove reminded me. Do you have any special tricks to keeping the docking station in place? The end of my cleaning cycle is basically the roomba chasing around its charging station because it just won’t stay put in its corner, and it’s extra annoying when the vacuum gets wrapped up in its own cord. Double stick tape perhaps?
Kim Woodward says
Hmmmmm….. I have never had an issue with it moving around – but in this case, it’s in a contained spot so it doesn’t really have anywhere to go. In our last house, it was in a corner. I think velcro or double-stick tape could be worth a try, if you are still having trouble. It seems odd that I’ve never had this happen, though …
Courtney @ Foxwood Forest says
Oh my gosh! Who know a doorknob could be so lovely? Love the design you chose.