Call in the Brass: The Latest in Kitchen Hardware

Move over, oil-rubbed bronze and brushed nickel; there’s a new contender for the title of most popular kitchen hardware finish. Brass is a bright old classic that’s warming up kitchens everywhere, from sleek and modern to sophisticated and traditional. It’s perfect for adding some zing to today’s all-white, “clean-line”, and/or bordering-on-sterile kitchens.

Go subtle with cabinet hardware – even hinges! – in shiny or antique brass:

Play it up a bit more with personalized touches on appliances:
Feeling bolder? Try brass on light fixtures (bonus: it’s a lot easier to change than a brass-outlined range hood):
Or, if you’re really wild about brass, take the plunge and go with a brass faucet (or even a sink!):
Herbeau "Royale" Single Lever Kitchen Faucet
Herbeau “Royale” Single Lever Kitchen Faucet
American Standard Hampton Bottom Mount Kitchen Faucet
American Standard Hampton Bottom Mount Kitchen Faucet

Don’t like the brightness? Try an antique or weathered finish:

Waterstone Fulton Suite Prep Faucet
Waterstone Fulton Suite Prep Faucet
What’s your favorite hardware finish?
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