While decorating with vintage isn't a new concept, it's often overlooked in the more practical rooms, particularly when it comes to kitchen cabinet hardware ideas.

One of my favorite details is the "jewelry" we chose for the cabinet knobs and pulls. Over time, the antique-looking finish has worn off, especially on the most-used drawers and cabinets.

One of my favorite details is the “jewelry” we chose for the cabinet knobs and pulls. Over time, the antique-looking finish has worn off, especially on the most-used drawers and cabinets.

Thanks to Shari and Rick Pistone, owners of Rick's Hardware Co. in North Hollywood, thousands of unique vintage doorknobs, drawer pulls and hinges have been saved from landfills. Their treasure ...

Hundreds of vintage hinges are divided into drawers, old keys dangle from nails in an antique cabinet and classic black and white San Francisco house numbers are piled high on a corner shelf.