Hardware & Accessories

Drop Pull

Drop pulls feature pendant-style handles that hang from decorative backplates, creating traditional elegance on dressers, armoires, and formal cabinetry. The hanging form provides easy grip while the backplate adds visual presence. This hardware style strongly evokes historical furniture—Georgian, Victorian, and Colonial pieces often featured ornate drop pulls. Contemporary interpretations simplify the form for transitional applications.

Key Characteristics

  • Pendant-style hanging
  • Decorative backplate
  • Traditional furniture style
  • Various ornament levels
  • Creates formal character
  • Historical associations

Types & Variations

Teardrop pull
Bail pull (arched)
Urn drop pull
Simple drop pull (minimal)
Ornate drop pull (decorative)

Works Well With These Styles

Placement & Usage Tips

Appropriate for furniture and specialty cabinetry. The drop length affects usability—ensure pulls clear adjacent surfaces when hanging at rest.

💡 Pro Tip

Reproduction drop pulls often lack the heft and detail of antiques. For authentic appearance on valuable furniture, consider salvaged antique hardware from architectural salvage dealers.