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Cabinet hardware question: pearl nickel vs satin nickel, EXPERT help!

3 years ago

Need an expert's info on this! What is the difference between a "pearl nickel" finish and a "satin nickel" finish for kitchen cabinet hardware drawer pulls? We found some wavy pull handles that we like, and they have two choices that we are interested in, but don't know what the difference between pearl and satin is. I found very limited information online, maybe an expert on here will know!

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Design Girl

3 years ago

Pearl Nickel is a matte finish

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dan1888
3 years ago
Include a link, please.
millworkman
3 years ago
Never heard of "Pearl Nickel". Please post the link or pics of what you are describing.
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darbuka
3 years ago
last modified: 3 years ago
I am what I am...have you tried googling? You could do that, instead of asking this community to do such a simple thing for you.

“Pearl (Matte) Nickel. Nickel is plated over a glass bead blasted surface, and then lacquered to provide a semi-gloss or flat sheen. Left uncoated, this finish is commonly used on industrial or commercial parts to provide corrosion resistance.”

Satin nickel=brushed nickel.

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Original Author
3 years ago
darbuka, i did google, only found the one link (same one you already posted), wasn't sure if it was true or not, was hoping someone with experience would reply and be helpful, like Design Girl.
millworkman
3 years ago
"was hoping someone with experience would reply and be helpful, like Design Girl."

I have sold builder's hardware for 30 years and never heard of it. A link of any sort would have help, brand name, product name, anything where it stated or showed the finish. You obviously saw it somewhere, but offered nothing other than a question.
darbuka
3 years ago
last modified: 3 years ago
@millworkman...FYI, this is where I found that explanation: https://www.acmebrassplating.com/nickel-finishes/ Figured, since the OP didn’t take you up on your request, I would.

I see no evidence online, of pearl nickel being used in cabinet hardware. Their appearance is not too dissimilar. I can’t imagine why good old satin nickel wouldn’t suffice.

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