Want to get in on the trend of using brass or gold in your decor, but don't know where to start? These satin brass finger pulls are just the right amount of glam for a modern kitchen or bathroom ...

Q: I’m in the process of changing the brass-finished door hardware in my home to brushed nickel. I’ve replaced the handles but would like to refinish the hinges, which are steel underneath.

Today’s metals are warmer, softer, and more textural. Think satin brass cabinet handles, burnished gold-trimmed mirrors, and copper light pendants that age gracefully over time.