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New product introduction: B622-5 No comments yet

Posted on October 13, 2011 by Cliffside Industries in Bath, Cabinets, Hardware, Kitchen, Suites

The B622-5, pictured with its smaller counterpart (B622-3) and the B600 knob

The second line of 5″cc solid brass cabinet pulls to be introduced comes from the Artisan Suite: the B622-5. Pictured at right in black (B622-5-FB), the new 5″cc pull, like all of the Artisan Suite pulls, features a decorative faux screw design, which is echoed in a subtle touch on the face of the B600 knob (top left in image) and around the rim of the B602 cup handle.

The 5″cc pulls are versatile, offering a larger-sized cabinet pull for customers concerned about accessibility, but they also offer a more dramatic styling for a wide drawer when two smaller pulls will not suffice. Large pantry doors are an appropriate application for either the 5″cc or the 8″cc size, providing even more choice for the designer and the homeowner.

Tags: Artisan Suite, B622 series pulls, Black finish, Flat Black finish, new items, new products, Solid Brass hardware

2011 Cliffside Power Rankings 3 comments

Posted on January 18, 2011 by Cliffside Industries in Bath, Cabinets, Design Tips, Hardware

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 11 finishes is iron.

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 for big gains (shown in old copper).

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 exceedingly popular.

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)

Tags: 100 series knobs, Antique Brass finish, cabinet hardware, cabinet hinges, Flat Black finish, Hardware, Iron finish, Old Antique finish, Old Copper finish, Polished Brass finish, Polished Chrome finish, Polished Nickel finish, Quality hardware, Silver Satin finish, Solid Brass hardware, Top 10, Venetian Bronze finish

You’ve met your match! No comments yet

Posted on May 15, 2009 by Cliffside Industries in Design Tips, Hardware

Trying to coordinate all of the fixtures in your kitchen? Having a tough time finding hardware to match? Tired of looking at sample after sample of hardware? Well, look no further! By popular demand, Cliffside is now offering a “finish guide” to coordinate our most popular colors with some of the biggest names in the kitchen and bath fixture industry.

Antique Brass

To match Cliffside’s Antique Brass finish, we suggest Kohler’s “vibrant French gold,” which complements the warm golden tone of AB, or “vibrant brushed bronze,” which matches the detailing shown in an antique brass piece.

Black

Coordinating with FB is no difficult task; however, Cliffside offers some suggestions. Both Moen and Kohler offer a “matte black” finish, which is the closest to Cliffside’s black; Delta’s “black” and Grohe’s “black” finishes will also match well. Kohler also offers a “black black” finish, which is more of a gloss black. You can coordinate with FB or with Cliffside’s Nickel Chrome finish. For a contrast, try black hardware with stainless steel.

Iron

Unfortunately, our research team was unable to locate any faucets that matched Cliffside’s Iron finish; however, it adds a decorative accent to any room while maintaining the popular gray tones that you might find in a standard stainless or black faucet.

Old Antique

Matching the Old Antique was certainly not our easiest job. The best match that we have located is American Standard’s “blackened bronze” finish, which highlights the rich, dark color of Old Antique. If you are looking for a contrast with your OA instead, consider the “ivory” finish from Moen, or the “biscuit” and “almond” finishes from Kohler.

Old Copper

None of the major manufacturers provide a copper finish to match Cliffside’s Old Copper at this time; however, there are plenty of antique copper faucets on the market from smaller manufacturers that would look smashing with this finish.

Polished Brass

The old hardware standby, Polished Brass, is not wildly popular in the world of faucets and plumbing. However, American Standard still manufactures a “polished brass” faucet, and Kohler has the “vibrant polished brass” finish available, if the lustrous gold of PB strikes your fancy.

Polished Chrome

Does it get any easier than this? All five of the top manufacturers in the plumbing industry (Grohe, Delta, Moen, Kohler, and American Standard) make a wide variety of polished chrome faucets and fixtures; you can find nearly any style you want in this finish, and Cliffside’s recently expanded Polished Chrome line complements it perfectly. Kohler also offers a “brushed chrome” for a more subdued look.

Polished Nickel

In contrast to the popular Polished Chrome above, only Kohler, with their “vibrant polished nickel,” has a finish in faucets to match the warmer color of Cliffside’s Polished Nickel. However, for designers looking to utilize polished nickel hardware, a stainless or brushed nickel faucet should match the warm color tone very well.

Stainless Steel

The juggernaut of the plumbing industry, Cliffside’s Stainless Steel hardware (BNA finish) matches perfectly with any stainless steel fixture, which is offered by all of the top five manufacturers in a variety of styles. With this finish, you can match nearly any fixture style you prefer.

Silver Satin

The Silver Satin will match any of the above stainless products and more! American Standard also offers a “satin nickel” finish, and Kohler offers a variety of gray-toned brushed finishes, including “vibrant stainless” and “vibrant brushed nickel.”

Venetian Bronze

Cliffside’s VB finish takes its name from Delta’s “Venetian bronze;” however, it also shares a color tone with the “oil-rubbed bronzes” of Kohler and Grohe. The copper showing through on the details and edges matches well with all of these finishes, but if you want the hardware to be slightly more subdued, you can easily match all of these faucets with the Old Antique as well.

Tags: Antique Brass finish, coordination, Finishes, Flat Black finish, Iron finish, Old Antique finish, Old Copper finish, Polished Brass finish, Polished Chrome finish, Polished Nickel finish, Silver Satin finish, Stainless steel hardware, Venetian Bronze finish

Press Release: New 8″cc Pulls Now In Stock No comments yet

Posted on February 26, 2009 by Cliffside Industries in Hardware

Cliffside Industries Offers New 8″cc Pull Line in 10 Finishes; Selected Finishes and Additional New Items Now Available

Drawing on decades of experience distributing traditional solid brass hardware

Cliffside Industries proudly announces the arrival of our line of 8″cc pulls. In response to customer demand, we have developed an 8″cc pull to coordinate with our most popular styles of 3″cc and 12″cc pulls. Four styles are available to match with Cliffside’s forthcoming hardware suites:

The K344-8 series pulls combine an elegant rope design across the face with a decorative design on the foot to create a pleasing aesthetic appeal.
The P-399-8 series pulls display a distinctive cross-cross design with striations from the center all of the way to the feet.
The B1-8’s classic styling incorporates a clean line and simplicity that stands the test of time in any finish.
The SP-8 sports a traditional scroll feature that shows detail well while not distracting from the overall look of your cabinet design.

Further, several new additions to our line are now in stock and ready to ship:

Knobs: 100-20 (VB); 105 (PN); 110 (AB, VB); 158 (VB); B721 (AB, VB); K-579 (new item! – available in AB, FB, IR, OA, OC, PB, PC, PN, SS)
3″cc Pulls: K344 (VB); P-399 (OA, PB, PN, VB)
3″cc Cup Pulls: K4235 (VB); K544 (new item! – available in AB, FB, IR, OC, PB, PC, PN, SS); P-398 (PB, VB)
12″cc Appliance Pulls: B1-12 (FB); K344-12 (FB, OA, PC); P-399-12 (new item! – available in FB, IR, OC, PB, PN, SS); SP-12 (PC)
Cupboard Latches: IBCL (AB, IR); SBCL (IR, OC, PN)

Cliffside now has ten standard finishes to choose from for all standard solid brass hardware: Antique Brass, Black, Iron, Old Antique, Old Copper, Polished Brass, Polished Chrome, Polished Nickel and Silver Satin. The first Venetian Bronze items are now in stock, and more new items are available with each passing week.

Mix and match from our 34 solid brass knobs, pulls, cup pulls, latches and hinges and 10 standard finishes to create your own personal hardware. The choice is up to you!

Product Photo Gallery

: B1-8 in old antique

: K344-8 in polished chrome

: P-399-8 in iron

: SP-8 in old copper

: K4235 in Venetian bronze

: K544 in silver satin

: 105 in polished nickel

: 110 in antique brass

: B721 in Venetian bronze

: K-579 in iron

: B1-12 in black

: P-399-12 in polished nickel

: SBCL in polished nickel

: IBCL in antique brass

Press Release: New hinge styles and finishes No comments yet

Posted on February 6, 2009 by Cliffside Industries in Hardware

Cliffside Industries Introduces New Ball Tip Finial Available In Solid Brass Mortise and Non-mortise Designs.

Drawing on decades of experience distributing traditional solid brass hinges

Cliffside Industries is now offering a ball tip finial in addition to our proprietary signature finial in the BH2A series mortised hinges and in the BH2A-NM series non-mortised hinges.

Cliffside Industries is also adding two new finishes to the hinge line: Antique English and Venetian Bronze. Antique English (AE) is a brushed dark brass finish that matches with Cliffside’s Antique Brass knobs, pulls and latches. Venetian Bronze (VB) features a dark brown color with brushed copper undertones and will soon be available in all of our most popular hardware pieces. Both of these finishes will be available on the BH2A and BH2A-NM lines, the BH2A-BALL and BH2A-NM-BALL lines, and the BH3NA line.

Cliffside now offers eleven standard hinge finishes available to choose from: Antique Brass, Antique English (see below), Black, Iron, Old Antique, Old Copper, Polished Brass, Polished Chrome, Polished Nickel, Silver Satin and Venetian Bronze (see below). An additional seven finishes are available in selected hinge styles: Bronze Satin, Nickel Chrome, Old Silver, Oxidized Brass, Rustic Antique, Satin Brass and Satin Copper.

Cliffside Industries Introduces New Finishes Available in Solid Brass ⅜” Offset Hinges.

Drawing on decades of experience distributing traditional solid brass hinges

While the ⅜” offset hinge is new neither to the industry nor to this company, Cliffside Industries is proud to announce that the size of this line has now doubled. Four new finishes will be available in this hinge style, including Flat Black, Old Antique, Polished Nickel and Venetian Bronze (see below for images). These four finishes are new in addition to the four that we have carried for several years: Antique Brass, Polished Brass, Oxidized Brass, and Silver Satin.

The newest finish in the line is Venetian Bronze, soon to be available in all of our most popular hardware styles. The finish is characterized by a rich brown color with a burnished copper undertone.