Heritage Brass Kitchen and Cabinet Pull Handles

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Fixing centres, size, bolts and finish

How to Measure for Kitchen Cupboard Handles

1. Measure the fixing centres. Take the old handle off, or look at the back of the door, and measure from the centre of one bolt hole to the centre of the other. That is the CTC size. Measure in millimetres, as many older handles use imperial sizes such as 101mm (4 inch), 152mm (6 inch) or 203mm (8 inch).

2. Match the size. Choose a handle with the same CTC and it will fit the existing holes. Popular sizes are 96mm, 128mm, 160mm, 192mm and 320mm. If your holes are 128mm or 160mm, or 192mm or 224mm, the Bridge handle has dual centres to fit either.

3. Check the door thickness. Each handle comes with M4 bolts in 25mm and 40mm thread lengths. Measure the thickness of the door or drawer front to choose the right bolt.

4. Choose the finish. Pick a finish that matches your door handles, taps and lighting, such as satin brass, antique brass, matt black or polished chrome. Heritage Brass door handles and window furniture are made in the same core finishes as the cabinet pull handles.

Cupboards, drawers, larders and wardrobes

Which Size Handle Goes Where

Kitchen cupboards. 96mm to 160mm pull handles suit most wall and base units. Many kitchens use one size throughout, or a longer size on drawers for a balanced look.

Drawers and pan drawers. Wide drawers look best with a longer handle, such as 192mm or 256mm, and are easier to open with a full hand grip.

Larders, wardrobes and tall units. 320mm and 480mm handles suit tall doors, where a short handle would look lost. Fit them vertically at a comfortable height.

Mixing with knobs and cup handles. Use matching cupboard knobs on wall units and cup handles on drawers for a traditional kitchen, in the same finish as your pull handles. See the full Heritage Brass kitchen and cabinet hardware range.

See them in person. Trade Door Handles is part of T.H. Wiggans Ironmongery, trading since 1976, with Heritage Brass on display in our Kendal and Carlisle showrooms.

More Cupboard Handle Questions

Can I replace handles without drilling new holes?

Yes, if you choose a new handle with the same fixing centres as the old one. Measure between the centres of the two existing holes and choose that size.

What if my holes are a size you do not list?

Check the filters for the imperial sizes (76mm, 89mm, 101mm, 152mm, 203mm and 254mm). If your size is not there, you may need to fill the old holes and drill new ones, or send us a photo and we will help.

Should kitchen handles go vertically or horizontally?

Handles on cupboard doors usually go vertically near the opening edge, and handles on drawers usually go horizontally and centred. It is a design choice, so be consistent across the kitchen.

Are the handles sold singly?

Most Heritage Brass pull handles are sold individually, so order one for each door or drawer. Check the unit of sale on each product page.

Can I use cabinet pull handles on internal doors?

Cabinet pull handles are fixed with two small bolts, so they are not designed for busy internal doors. For doors, use Heritage Brass door pull handles, which have heavier fixings.

What is the difference between a T-bar and a bar handle?

A bar handle is a long bar fixed at both ends. A T-bar handle has a bar that sits on two small posts, and the name is often used for any slim bar handle.
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