Baldwin Cabinet Knobs

Baldwin Cabinet Knobs

Baldwin cabinet knobs combine solid brass construction with traditional, transitional, and contemporary designs for kitchen cabinets, bathroom vanities, built-ins, furniture, and other cabinetry. The current Coastal Hardware Store collection features fifteen Baldwin Estate knob styles, including round, oval, sculpted, geometric, and modern profiles in a broad selection of Baldwin finishes.

Coastal Hardware Store is an authorized Baldwin Estate dealer. Current designs include Classic, Tulip, Oval, Bevel, Contemporary, Dominion, Hollywood Hills, Severin Fayerman, Spherical, Rectangle Raised, Palm Springs, Octagonal, Modern, and Gramercy knobs. Many collections also include coordinating Baldwin cabinet pulls for projects where knobs and pulls will be used together. For additional styles, browse our complete cabinet knobs collection.

Why Choose Baldwin Cabinet Knobs?

Baldwin Estate cabinet knobs give shoppers a wide range of shapes and finish options within a solid-brass cabinet-hardware program. The right knob depends on the cabinetry proportions, desired grip, projection, finish, and whether coordinating pulls or other Baldwin hardware are part of the project.

• Solid brass construction: Baldwin identifies its current Estate cabinet-knob families as premium solid brass hardware.
• Traditional through contemporary styles: The collection ranges from familiar round and floral-inspired designs to angular, geometric, and modern profiles.
• Multiple knob sizes: Certain Baldwin families are offered in more than one size, giving shoppers additional flexibility when scaling hardware to different cabinet doors and drawers.
• Broad finish selection: Current Coastal Hardware options include Lifetime PVD finishes, Satin Nickel, Polished Chrome, Satin Black, Venetian Bronze, Unlacquered Brass, and additional model-specific finishes.
• Coordinating pulls: Several current Baldwin knob families, including Hollywood Hills, Gramercy, Modern, Palm Springs, Octagonal, Severin Fayerman, and Raised, are designed alongside coordinating cabinet pulls.
• Authorized dealer support: Purchasing through an authorized Baldwin dealer provides access to genuine Baldwin Estate hardware and applicable manufacturer warranty coverage.

Types of Baldwin Cabinet Knobs Available

Classic Round Cabinet Knobs

Round cabinet knobs offer a familiar shape that works across a wide range of cabinetry styles. Baldwin's current Classic Knob is available in 1-inch and 1-1/4-inch diameters and is identified by the manufacturer as traditional solid-brass cabinet hardware.

The 1-inch Classic Knob projects approximately 15/16 inch, while the 1-1/4-inch version projects approximately 1.16 inches. Compare both diameter and projection when selecting a knob for smaller drawers, larger cabinet doors, or replacement applications.

Tulip & Sculpted Cabinet Knobs

The Baldwin Tulip Knob uses a more sculpted profile inspired by the shape of a blooming flower. Current manufacturer options include 1-1/4-inch and 1-1/2-inch sizes, both in solid brass and classified by Baldwin as transitional designs.

The collection also includes Oval, Bevel, Dominion, Spherical, and other shaped knobs that provide alternatives to a conventional round face. Because proportions and projections differ, compare the exact measurements of the selected model rather than choosing by style name alone.

Geometric Cabinet Knobs

For cabinetry with stronger architectural lines, the current collection includes Rectangle Raised, Octagonal, and Gramercy knob designs. These styles introduce angular edges, stepped details, or geometric silhouettes that can coordinate well with flat-panel cabinetry and other rectilinear hardware.

Baldwin's current Octagonal 1-1/2-inch knob is solid brass with an approximately 1.14-inch projection. The Gramercy 1-1/2-inch knob combines a rounded gripping surface with squared edges and an optional base plate for a more structured contemporary appearance.

Contemporary & Modern Cabinet Knobs

Baldwin's contemporary assortment includes Modern, Contemporary, Palm Springs, Gramercy, Octagonal, and Rectangle Raised designs. The profiles vary from softened modern forms to more pronounced geometric shapes, giving shoppers several alternatives to traditional round cabinetry hardware.

The Palm Springs 1-1/2-inch knob uses an organic T-shaped form and projects approximately 1.15 inches. Baldwin's current Modern 4623 knob is also part of its contemporary solid-brass cabinet collection and coordinates with matching pulls.

Designer Collection Cabinet Knobs

The current collection includes several named Baldwin design families that extend beyond a single knob. Hollywood Hills combines clean modernism with transitional styling, while Severin Fayerman uses subtle curves and embossed detailing. These collections also include coordinating cabinet or appliance pulls from Baldwin.

Using knobs and pulls from the same design family can help maintain consistent proportions, detailing, and finish across drawers, cabinet doors, pantry cabinetry, and larger appliance panels.

How to Choose the Right Baldwin Cabinet Knob

Start with the cabinet proportions and existing mounting location, then compare knob diameter or width, projection, clearance, shape, finish, and any coordinating pulls. Cabinet knobs use a single mounting point, but their visible size and grip can differ considerably.

• Compare knob size: Baldwin offers compact 1-inch knobs as well as larger 1-1/4-inch, 1-1/2-inch, and other model-specific dimensions.
• Check projection: Projection affects gripping clearance and how far the knob extends from the cabinet face. Compare the exact specification for each design.
• Consider the cabinet scale: Smaller knobs can work well on narrow drawers and compact doors, while larger knobs can create more visual presence on wider cabinetry.
• Review the existing footprint: When replacing older hardware, check for marks or impressions around the current knob. A smaller replacement may expose areas previously covered by the old hardware.
• Coordinate knobs and pulls: If the project uses both hardware types, consider a Baldwin family with matching cabinet pulls so shapes and finishes can be coordinated.
• Use the exact Baldwin finish: Baldwin offers PVD, protected, hand-relieved, and living finishes with different appearances and aging characteristics. Match products by the exact manufacturer finish name and code when consistency is important.

Materials, Styles & Finishes

Baldwin describes its Estate cabinet hardware as brass hardware, and current manufacturer product pages for the knob families represented here identify premium solid brass construction. Because Baldwin uses different forming and finishing methods across its product range, the safest collection-wide description is solid brass rather than assuming every current cabinet knob is specifically forged, cast, or machined in the same way.

The live Coastal Hardware collection currently includes Lifetime Polished Brass, Lifetime Polished Nickel, Lifetime Satin Brass, Oil Rubbed Bronze, Polished Brass, Polished Chrome, Satin Black, Satin Nickel, Unlacquered Brass, and Venetian Bronze. Finish availability varies by knob. Lifetime Polished Nickel, Polished Chrome, Satin Nickel, and Venetian Bronze are currently represented across all fifteen products, while some other finishes appear on fewer models.

Baldwin treats finish types differently. Lifetime/PVD finishes use a separate finish-warranty category, while Unlacquered Brass and Oil Rubbed Bronze are living finishes that are intended to change naturally with time and use. Standard protected finishes also have their own warranty terms. Review the current Baldwin finish information when aging characteristics or warranty coverage are important to the project.

Featured Baldwin Cabinet Knob Styles

The current Coastal Hardware assortment includes fifteen Baldwin Estate cabinet-knob listings covering a wide range of shapes and design directions.

• Classic: Traditional solid-brass round knob available in 1-inch and 1-1/4-inch sizes.
• Tulip: Transitional floral-inspired solid-brass design available in multiple sizes.
• Oval: Elongated solid-brass knob currently offered in two sizes for a more directional grip.
• Bevel: Architectural cabinet knob with defined edge detailing.
• Contemporary: Clean-lined Baldwin Estate option for modern and transitional cabinetry.
• Dominion: A current Baldwin Estate cabinet-knob design with multiple finish choices.
• Hollywood Hills: Transitional solid-brass collection inspired by clean modernist forms and available with coordinating pulls.
• Severin Fayerman A & C: Two Baldwin Estate knob designs from the Severin Fayerman collection, which uses refined curved and embossed details.
• Spherical: Rounded Baldwin cabinet knob for shoppers who prefer a simple dimensional form.
• Rectangle Raised: 1-1/2-inch geometric knob from Baldwin's Raised collection, designed with a stepped edge for added depth.
• Palm Springs: 1-1/2-inch contemporary solid-brass knob with an organic T-shaped form.
• Octagonal: 1-1/2-inch solid-brass geometric knob with an elongated octagonal profile.
• Modern: Contemporary Baldwin Estate cabinet knob with coordinating pull options.
• Gramercy: 1-1/2-inch contemporary solid-brass knob combining a rounded grip with squared architectural edges.

Coordinating Baldwin Cabinet Pulls

Many Baldwin cabinet-knob families are designed as part of broader cabinet-hardware collections. Hollywood Hills, Severin Fayerman, Palm Springs, Octagonal, Modern, Gramercy, and Raised are among the current families with coordinating pulls available from Baldwin.

Using a matching collection can be helpful when smaller cabinet doors use knobs while wide drawers or appliance panels use longer pulls. Compare the exact finish, collection name, center-to-center dimensions, and overall proportions when building a coordinated hardware package.

Browse our Baldwin cabinet pulls for coordinating options.

Installation & Compatibility

Baldwin cabinet knobs use a single-point cabinet mounting arrangement, but supplied screw length and recommended panel thickness can vary by model. For example, the current Classic Knob product information specifies an 8-32 x 1-inch mounting screw for 3/4-inch cabinetry, while several newer Baldwin families list 3/4-inch mounting screws.

Before replacing an existing knob, verify the current hole location, cabinet thickness, knob footprint, projection, and supplied fastener. A replacement with a smaller base can reveal marks left by the previous knob, while unusually thick drawer fronts may require a different screw length.

For new cabinetry, establish a consistent mounting location before drilling. A cabinet-hardware template or jig can help maintain repeatable placement across multiple doors and drawers. If using an optional Baldwin backplate, account for its dimensions before finalizing the knob location.

Shipping & Warranty Information

• Shipping: Current Baldwin cabinet-knob listings generally show an estimated fulfillment time of 5-7 business days. Coastal Hardware Store offers free standard ground shipping on orders of $100 or more within the contiguous 48 states and District of Columbia. Individual Baldwin Quick Ship products or availability can result in different lead times, so check the selected product page before ordering. View Shipping Policy.
• Warranty: Baldwin cabinet hardware is covered under the manufacturer's Estate Warranty. Baldwin provides qualifying Estate products with a limited mechanical warranty to the original residential purchaser for as long as that purchaser occupies the original residential premises, subject to the complete terms. Standard protected Estate finishes carry separate finish coverage, while living finishes such as Unlacquered Brass and Oil Rubbed Bronze are designed to change over time and do not receive a finish warranty. Lifetime/PVD finishes are governed by their applicable Baldwin finish-warranty terms.

Frequently Asked Questions About Baldwin Cabinet Knobs

What are Baldwin Estate cabinet knobs made from?

Baldwin identifies the current cabinet-knob families represented in this collection as premium solid brass hardware. Baldwin's cabinet-hardware program is centered on brass cabinet knobs, pulls, and coordinating decorative hardware.

What styles of Baldwin cabinet knobs are available?

The current Coastal Hardware collection includes traditional, transitional, and contemporary designs such as Classic, Tulip, Oval, Hollywood Hills, Severin Fayerman, Rectangle Raised, Palm Springs, Octagonal, Modern, and Gramercy, along with several additional Baldwin Estate profiles.

What finishes are available for Baldwin cabinet knobs?

The current collection includes Lifetime Polished Brass, Lifetime Polished Nickel, Lifetime Satin Brass, Oil Rubbed Bronze, Polished Brass, Polished Chrome, Satin Black, Satin Nickel, Unlacquered Brass, and Venetian Bronze. Finish availability varies by knob design.

What is the difference between a living finish and a protected Baldwin finish?

Baldwin living finishes such as Unlacquered Brass and Oil Rubbed Bronze are intended to change in color and character as they age and are used. Protected and PVD finishes are treated differently by Baldwin and have separate finish-warranty terms. Review the current manufacturer finish information before ordering if maintaining a consistent appearance is important.

Can Baldwin cabinet knobs coordinate with cabinet pulls?

Yes. Several current Baldwin Estate knob collections also include coordinating cabinet pulls, including Hollywood Hills, Severin Fayerman, Raised, Palm Springs, Octagonal, Modern, and Gramercy. Match the collection and exact Baldwin finish for the closest coordination.

Do Baldwin cabinet knobs include mounting screws?

Current product documentation for the Baldwin cabinet knobs reviewed includes mounting screws, although screw size and length can vary by model. Check the selected knob and cabinet thickness before installation rather than assuming every model uses the same fastener.

Shop Baldwin Cabinet Knobs at Coastal Hardware Store

Coastal Hardware Store offers Baldwin Estate cabinet knobs in solid brass across traditional, transitional, and contemporary styles with round, oval, sculpted, geometric, and modern profiles. Compare knob dimensions, projection, finish, cabinet thickness, mounting hardware, and coordinating Baldwin pulls to choose the right hardware for kitchens, bathrooms, built-ins, furniture, and custom cabinetry.

If you need help comparing Baldwin cabinet-knob sizes, coordinating finishes, identifying a matching cabinet pull, or selecting hardware for a larger kitchen or whole-home project, our team can help you review the available options. Contact us at support@coastalhardwarestore.com or call us at 561-808-2588.