How old is the house? What style is the house. Very early knobs would have been wood, then brass, then cast iron pulls, then into the hygienic phase of glass, porcelain and polished nickel.

We have original cabinet latches from the 1920s on several of our cabinet doors (including the laundry chute doors that are opened frequently). They are a breeze to open -- truly no harder than a knob since they opened with one movement. We are doing latches again in the new kitchen (but not everywhere, to economize).

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I love the kitchen, and I think it's a combination of things that really lend to it's appeal: 1. The Soapstone counters with the runnels at the sink, and the classic 4" back splash are very period correct for this home. And while there are "other" dark counters and "wanna be" soapstones, IMO there is no substitute for the real thing.. 2. The inset cabinetry with the latches and exposed hinges. Again period correct and in keeping with the authenticity of the homes era. 3. The correct white paint on both the cabinets and woodwork. Not too bright and stark, but not overly any other undertone. Something like S-W Pure White, or Dunn-Edwards Whisper. 4. The wood paneled walls, {which appear to be the same white as the cabinets) very apropos for this homes era, architecture, and surroundings. I'm very familiar with this neighborhood, as I grew up and have lived my whole life just a few miles up the coast. 5. The tasteful, but not over done accessories. The art, the fruit and plants on the counter, the runner, the blind etc....and even if it's staged, and the owners don't drink espresso, one must admit, that machine does look at home there! Even though this home is walking distance to the beach, the decorating is not contrived to look too Nantucket or Cape Cod. 6. The fact that they did not blow out the walls from the original galley kitchen to make it an "open concept" HGTV flipper! 7. Overall, it appears that the quality and workmanship are top notch, and this always shines through on the whole regardless of the style.