Cup Pulls

Aged Brass 100mm Moore Edge Pull, from our current range.

What is a cup pull?

A cup pull, sometimes called a bin pull, is a curved, scooped pull that recesses into the top edge of a drawer front, with fingers slipping underneath the curve to open the drawer. Traditionally cast in brass or bronze, cup pulls are strongly associated with period furniture and Georgian or Colonial-style kitchens, though the same curved profile also suits some contemporary designs.

In our range, this curved style is stocked as part of our Edge Pull collection, alongside a flatter, plainer profile more commonly known as a flush pull – see our separate Flush Pulls guide for that variant.

Where cup pulls are used

• Period and traditional kitchens – the classic application, especially on painted or timber shaker-style cabinetry
• Drawer fronts – cup pulls are almost always used on drawers rather than doors, recessed into the top edge
• Furniture restoration – a common choice when restoring or matching antique furniture with original cup pulls

Choosing the right cup pull

A few practical points are worth checking before you buy:

• Size – cup pulls are sold in a range of widths; choose a size in proportion to the drawer front
• Recess depth – check the drawer front is thick enough to accept the pull's recess
• Finish – aged and antiqued brass finishes are the traditional choice; see our Hardware Finishes Guide for other options

Related products

Browse our current range of Edge Pulls, or see the related Flush Pulls and Cabinet Knobs guides.

Frequently asked questions

What's the difference between a cup pull and a flush pull?

A cup pull has a curved, scooped profile, traditionally used on period furniture. A flush pull is flatter and sits closer to the surface, generally suited to more contemporary designs. Both are sold within our Edge Pull range.

Are cup pulls only used on drawers?

They are most commonly fitted to drawer fronts, since the curved profile is designed to be gripped from above, but they can occasionally be used on smaller cabinet doors too.

Do cup pulls need a deep drawer front?

They need enough material thickness to accept the recess, so it is worth checking the pull's specification against your drawer front before ordering, particularly on thinner MDF fronts.

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