The perfect cabinet handles should be just as functional as they are stylish. That's where you may want to rethink installing this hardware option.

However, to reap these benefits, the hardware needs to be in the right spot. Generally speaking, the best place for knobs or pulls is 1 to 4 inches from the edge of the cabinet door or drawer.

The reasoning behind this annual maintenance task is that, although you may think of your wood cabinets as hardily resistant to everyday wear and tear, loose hardware may wobble enough that it knocks ...