6 Ideas for a Beautiful and Unique DIY Coffee Station
Does coffee hold a special place in your heart? Give it a special place in your home too! Whether you can’t start your day without some caffeine or you just enjoy being a home barista instead of (or in addition to) constantly stopping by Starbucks, you care about your coffee.
9 Great Rolling Barn Door Ideas for Your Home
If you’ve seen a well-designed home featuring a rolling barn door (or beautiful examples of rolling barn doors around the web), you’ve probably thought about installing one in your own home. Do you love the idea but aren’t quite sure where you’d put one? Take a look at these perfect ways to use a rolling barn door in […]
Custom Service Hardware at the IBS
Opening ceremonies with Jay Leno, food, exhibits, demonstrations, and parties—the International Builders’ Show in Las Vegas is the largest light construction show in the world with over 50,000 people from over 100 different countries in attendance.
How to Fix Slamming Cabinet Doors
How many times have I cringed as my kitchen cabinet doors slammed shut behind me? More times than I can count. I loved my old vintage cabinets, but I couldn’t stand the doors slamming, and I knew I had to do something about it.
CSH’s Rolling Barn Doors featured on Food Network’s ‘Save My Bakery’
As featured on MyFixItUpLife, Custom Service Hardware got some love on the popular renovation-themed show ‘Save My Bakery’ on Food Network. In an episode entitled “Connection Disconnection”, up-and-coming bakery & tea room Lori’s Sweet Sinsations got the upgrade treatment – in part with Rolling Barn Doors via CSH.
Top Ten Hardware Products Of 2014
2015 is here, but 2014 has had many great moments – and a lot of great projects, and great products to help bring them reach their potential. We took a moment to reflect on the biggest trends in 2014 and highlight our favorite products of this year. Did you use any of these great home […]
2014 Favorites: 3rd Hand Tools – Great Helpers
3rd Hand Magnetic Dust Barrier Door System Another favorite this year has been the “handy” tool and gadgets of the 3rd Hand variety. Hardware store heroes and reluctant DIYers all love an extra hand, and when you need a tool to help out in those situations, 3rd Hand comes to the rescue.
How to Fix Broken Drawer Slides
Cabinet drawers see a lot of activity over the years. Whether they’re holding kitchen supplies, hardware tools, or an assortment of random items, drawers bear a great deal of a weight and haphazard use. One day the drawer starts to jam or bind, makes a grinding noise or just plum won’t budge. At that point, […]
Unique Rolling Door Hardware
If you're looking for a stylish addition to your home, installing a rolling door is a popular option. Rolling doors not only are an attractive addition to your home, but they also save space. Since these rolling barn doors have no door swing, this saves you a few feet of space that typical doors use when […]
Spotlight on Artesano Iron Works
When choosing decorative hardware, it's important that the pieces are of high quality and will add interest to your home. A brand that goes above and beyond this is Artesano Iron Works. Artesano Iron Works features custom, hand-forged iron work masterpieces and beautiful hardware. Utilizing century-old techniques, they create decorative hardware while preserving the old […]
Bathroom Hardware Options
One of the easiest ways to enhance the look of your bathroom is to update the hardware. Since a complete remodel is usually out of the question if you're on a strict budget, swapping out your old hardware for new additions is an affordable and quick fix. Whether you're looking for a rustic look or […]
What is a Tool Library?
(source) If you take the time to think about it, the concept of a library is quite clever. Simply renting a book to read for a short period of time saves you both money and the hassle required if you were to purchase the book for yourself. The basic idea behind a library is often […]
What Is a Pocket Door?
Traditional Bathroom design by New York Architect Richard Bubnowski Design LLC A pocket door is a type of sliding door that disappears into the adjacent wall when it is fully opened. They are commonly used for architectural purposes or to obtain a certain aesthetic for your home. You can typically see them installed in home […]
A Guide to Clamps
Clamps are a popular tool used by many hardware experts and novices alike. Their basic function is to hold or secure objects together to prevent movement. Whether you are working on a home repair project involving wood, metal or another material, you may often need to use a clamp. However, choosing the proper clamp is very important. […]
The Importance of Cabinet Knobs
Cabinet knobs are an affordable and fairly quick way to change the look of your kitchen or bathroom. Since an entire remodel is usually out of the question (and your budget), knobs are a simple way to give your home an instant update. The proper hardware will help to create a cohesive look to each […]
Hardware to Help Organize your Closet
The change in seasons is the perfect time to clean out your closets and make room for new items. Whether it’s a college dorm or a walk-in closet in your bedroom, there are a variety of storage solutions and hardware items that will allow you to make the most of your space. Add pullouts to […]
Spruce Up Your Cabinets with Decorative Hardware
One way to easily improve the overall aesthetic of your home is by adding decorative hardware to your cabinets. Popular hardware decorations include pulls, knobs, and handles. Choosing the right type of cabinet hardware will draw attention to the cabinets and enhance the beauty of your room. Here are a few ideas for adding new […]