New product introduction: SP-5 No comments yet

Cliffside's four SP scroll pulls in Silver Satin

The final new 5″cc solid brass cabinet pull to be introduced is the SP-5. With its decorative scroll design, the SP-5, shown at right with the other Scroll Suite pulls in Silver Satin, adds a traditional touch to any cabinet. The most versatile Cliffside collection, the Scroll Suite contains several of our top-ten selling items and can coordinate with any cabinet style, as it is available in 10 distinctive finishes.

Because the scroll pull is now available in four sizes, you have the ability to coordinate the hardware throughout an entire room, an entire floor, or an entire home. The 3″cc SP-3, part of Cliffside’s line for many years, can be used on small cabinet drawers or on custom furniture where an elegant and graceful look is desired. For kitchen cabinets, especially those that are ceiling-height, or wide drawer fronts, the new SP-5 is an ideal fit. For tall pantry doors, small appliances like dishwashers, and pull-0ut freezer drawers, the SP-8 fits your design requirements, while the SP-12 appliance handle is a perfect size for large refrigerators with panel kits.

As we approach the holidays, Cliffside Industries is very thankful for the addition of our new 5″cc pulls in all five styles; they are now in stock and available to ship in all 10 of our signature finishes. For more information, contact our customer service department or visit our website to purchase today!

New product introduction: P399-5 No comments yet

P399-5 (bottom) in Venetian Bronze, pictured with the 3"cc pull and the P398 bin pull

The fourth style of 5″cc pull to be introduced is from the Criss-Cross Suite. In addition to the P399-3 cabinet handle, the P399-8 small appliance pull, and the P399-12 refrigerator handle, Cliffside now offers the P399-5 for cabinet doors and drawers. As with all elements of the Criss-Cross Suite, the P399-5 features the attractive ribbon-and-reed design prevalent throughout the entire hardware collection, as seen at right in conjunction with the 3″cc pull and the P398 cup pull.

The versatility of the 5″cc size makes it ideal. It is small enough to be used throughout an entire kitchen, but long enough to be appropriate for ceiling-height doors, taller-than-average base cabinets, or wide drawers. This size is also appropriate for use in applications where the grip height of the 3″cc pull is not sufficient, such as when a customer has larger-than-average fingers (like your blog writer! – personally, I find the 5″cc much easier to use).

For more information on the new 5″cc pulls that are now in stock in 10 finishes and 5 styles, contact Cliffside’s customer service department, and watch our blog for more new updates and exciting developments!

2011 Cliffside Power Rankings 3 comments

Our last top ten list examined products quite some time ago. Since late 2008, there have been significant changes to the Cliffside product line, with the addition of over 500 hardware pieces in the last two years alone! That said, Cliffside’s products are timeless, and so this week’s power rankings will compare our 10 best-selling products to where they ranked when we first started our blog.

#1: 100 series knobs

The 100 series, shown in antique brass

Previous rank: 1
No surprises here. Cliffside Industries was founded with only 1 knob — the 100-PB. Since that time, we have expanded this series into 14 classic finishes which range from the glossy sheen of polished nickel to the deep vibrance of Venetian bronze. This elegant piece is a testament to the fact that the right piece of hardware can stand the test of time. It also comes in a miniature size, the 100-20, which is available in 10 finishes.

#2: BH2A series hinges

The BH2A hinge in black

Previous rank: 2
Cliffside’s BH2A hinge continues to be the best seller in our proprietary European hinge line. Styled by Old World craftsmen who pay the finest attention to detail, our hinges are precision-honed to exacting specifications to bring you the highest-quality product imaginable. Solid, one-piece construction characterizes our hinges as among the strongest brass pieces in the industry, and they are extruded rather than stamped for added durability. Available in up to 15 finishes, these hinges are, without question, the best on the market. An honorable mention is given to our ball-finial BH2A hinges as well, and they are available without a finial too.

#3: 161 series knobs

One of the 161 knob's 12 finishes is iron.

Previous rank: 4
The popularity of the 161 has recently skyrocketed — so much so, in fact, that it has surpassed some of our top-selling hinges in pieces sold! The attractive ridged face of the 161 combines with its wide base to complete our second-best selling piece. Available in 12 finishes, this knob can be used in a wide variety of applications (and it’s also your blogwriter’s favorite piece!).

#4: BH2A-NM series hinges

OA is the most popular hinge finish.

Previous rank: 3
The convenience of non-mortise hinges helps them to maintain their spot in our rankings, just below their mortised counterparts. The slightly thicker barrel and finial are an attractive option for manufacturers, and these hinges are extruded — as all Cliffside hinges are — to reduce metal wear and squeaking. With 15 finishes, the selection of the BH2A-NM, shown at right in old antique, is unparalleled.

#5: 158 series knobs

The 158 looks primed for big gains (shown in old copper).

Previous rank: 9
The biggest gain in positions among our prior top-10 members belongs to none other than the 158 series. Its attractive beveled backplate has made it a favorite among designers and manufacturers alike. It has a rounded face, which has become very popular among designers seeking polished chrome and polished nickel finishes. Since we added these items in early 2009, their popularity has only grown greater, and we at Cliffside predict further success in the future.

#6: B1 series pulls

B1-3 in polished brass

Previous rank: out of top 10
A newcomer to the party, the B1 series of pulls is a recent addition to Cliffside’s top 10 pieces of hardware. With a classic bevel around the feet of the full and bold, striking lines throughout the piece, the three sizes of the B1 (available in 3″cc, 8″cc, and 12″cc) are here to make a statement. These pieces were left out on the very cusp of our top 10 the last time around, but no longer! The B1 series pulls are now the most popular handle in the Cliffside line and are sure to remain a hit with clients and contractors for many years.

#7: K4235 series cup pulls

The K4235 cup in polished chrome

Previous rank: 7
The only cup pull to crack the top 10 is the K4235, long the leader among all of Cliffside’s bin-style handles. The simple half-circle design and the attention paid to the tiniest details in crafting this pull are what sets it apart from the competition. With a 3″ center-to-center measurement, like the rest of Cliffside’s solid brass standard pulls, the K4235 is great for drawers of many sizes and shapes. It is one of five standard cup pulls that Cliffside currently offers, but it has always been — and continues to be — the most popular.

#8: BH3A series hinges

In polished nickel, BH3A is popular.

Previous rank: 6
The longer length and beefy barrel of the BH3A series hinge keeps our customers coming back for more! Though the BH3A has dropped two positions in our rankings, it is no less popular in total pieces sold. With 12 attractive finishes, this hinge is designed to hold up to the toughest and heaviest cabinet doors. At 3¹/₂” long overall (2¹/₂” leaf), the BH3A is the largest mortised hinge in the Cliffside line.

#9: 105 series knobs

105 in silver satin, our most popular finish

Previous rank: 8
The oblong 105 is the only non-round knob that features in Cliffside’s top 10. It’s a popular piece that is easily secured against spinning by a convenient brad that holds the knob in place against the face of the cabinet door or drawer front. Its elongated design makes it easy to grip — whether installed vertically or horizontally — and its solid brass construction ensures that this piece, and its popularity, will endure for years to come.

#10: 110 series knobs

Our newest finish, Venetian bronze, on the classic 110 series

Previous rank: 5
The 110 series knobs lend a touch of class to any cabinet face. The distinctive ringed face, a simple but classic design, matches well with any cabinet style or molding. This piece is a great complement, no matter what style of kitchen you are creating. One of the heaviest knobs in our line, it is also one of the most durable.

This concludes our Power Rankings to open 2011. With questions on anything you see here, contact our Customer Service department or e-mail the blogmaster.

Honorable mention

Honorable mention: BH2A-AB-BALL

• SP series pulls (previously #10; new #11)
• K341 series cup pulls (new #12)
• BH2A-BALL and BH2A-NM-BALL hinges (new #13 & #14)

New novelty hardware No comments yet

New for 2011, Cliffside Industries has added a wide variety of novelty hardware items to expand upon the selection in our catalog. These new items, an expansion of a collection that we previously offered in limited items only, are all available in five standard finishes — Antique Brass, Antique Copper, Nickel, Oil-Rubbed Bronze, and Pewter. This line is crafted from zinc and are made in the United States. Our supplier will drop-ship the product directly to you, so there is no extra wait in addition to the standard lead time for manufacturing (approximately 2 weeks). With a wide variety of products — from natural to nautical, aquatic to eclectic — our new novelty hardware has something to please everyone!

A walk on the beach

Sail away...

For those customers living near the coast (any coast!), beach-themed and nautical hardware is a must. If you are a boat owner — or are designing for a boat lover — there are several knobs available to suit your fancy. We also offer an anchor for your vessel, as well as other nautical pastimes, like fishing. For the safety-conscious captain, lighthouses are also available.

A-hunting we will go

Hunting for deer

If you’re a hunter, we offer several different animal knobs that would be perfect for your lodge or cabin — or even your everyday home. Whether you hunt deer, bear, moose, duck, or other game, there is hardware to suit all tastes, especially if you like to track your prey. For the shooting enthusiast who’s not a hunter, we also offer several designs of firearm-related knobs and pulls.

Wild kingdom

Thanksgiving dinner?

In addition to the above-listed animals, Cliffside offers several additional wildlife options. We have birds of the air, creatures of the land, and insects of the earth. There are also frogs, dogs, turtles, and even a turkey! In addition to fish in the water, we also offer crabs, seahorses, and whales. If you’d rather go on a safari than stay close to home, you can have elephants, lions, and rhinos.

Regional appeal

A kokopelli

If you live in the Southwest, we have several appealing designs related to your native area. There are three different cacti, cattle heads and skulls, and cowboy boots. For your trip west, you could take a wagon. Other items include an abstract southwestern design and the kokopelli, a Native American figure.

Planes, trains, and automobiles

Rev up that bike!

If you’re a car buff, we’ve got knobs for you; if you love airplanes and railroads, we can handle those too! You can also take a ride in a hot air balloon or, if you fancy yourself a daredevil, fly down the highway on a motorcycle. Take a tractor, sail a boat, or just drift away to a tropical island…

A sporting chance

Quiet on the green...

Everyone’s a sports fan, and Cliffside offers products for many enthusiasts. You can catch a pop fly with our baseball gloves, or run between the tackles with our football knobs. Other sports represented include tennis and our wide variety of golf-related hardware pieces.

Steeling the show No comments yet

If you’re seeking versatility in a hardware line, look no further than Cliffside Industries’ stainless steel knobs and pulls. With a variety of sizes and styles available, Cliffside provides one of the widest selections available in the industry.

T305 series

The T305s offer the widest range of sizes.

The largest variety of sizes in Cliffside’s stainless line belongs to the T305 series solid stainless bar pulls. With 15 total sizes, from the T305-50 knob to the T305-792 — nearly a yard long! — this series has a ³/₈” diameter pull to fit nearly any drawer, door, or cabinet. The center-to-center measurements are metric and range from 96 mm (approximately 3¹³/₁₆“) to 792 mm (approx. 31¹/₄“).

T366 series

T366 is a non-traditional stainless option.

The T366 series of pulls also begins with a 96 mm center as its smallest size, and ranges up to an overall length of 36¹/₁₆“. This pull uses a steel foot to attach to the cabinet rather than the traditional “T”-style leg. Additionally, due to customer requests, this pull is now manufactured as a single piece, rather than with the legs separated from the bar. The T366 line is also solid stainless steel with a ³/₈” diameter bar.

D85 series

For appliance pulls, especially in non-traditional lengths, Cliffside’s D85 series delivers. Ranging from 14″ to 64″ overall, Cliffside’s D85 pulls are hollow stainless steel manufactured with the same exacting quality standards as our solid stainless steel knobs and pulls. The legs of the pull are solid for added stability and security when the pulls are attached to the refrigerator. The D85 series is strong enough to stand up to the suction power of the toughest appliances.

Knobs

Cliffside offers three styles of stainless knobs.

In addition to the T305-50 knob, Cliffside’s stainless steel line features the T6312-25 and T565-30 knobs, each of which is solid stainless steel. If none of these styles suit your needs, you could consider any of our solid brass hardware in the Silver Satin finish.