Old unused buildings are sites of architectural salvaging. , bath tubs and even windows are part of this process. With the popularity of using antiques as decorative items in newer constructions, this is a serious business and no longer leisure activity for many people. Antique hardware is being used to decorate new and modern homes as well as old Colonial or Victorian homes and has hence turned into a profitable business. Decorating a home with period or antique hardware gives them a distinctive and unique look.

Period hardware that was hand made during the early 1970s is no longer available and people trying to decorate with this have to suffice with the antique reproductions of the originals that many companies deal with. Brass handles, antique door hardware and hand forged iron hardware can be found as antique reproduction hardware also. Period brass hinges and door pulls or even antique cabinet hardware are a good idea in giving the home a distinctive and elegant look.

Top-Knobs-M164 Celtic furniture-hardware-small knob 1″ in Rust
Top-Knobs-M158 Celtic cabinet-hardware-large knob 1 1/4″ in Antique Pewter