Focus your brass switchplate hunt

Start your search for a brass switchplate at these select websites and save yourself time. You'll find plenty of variety to choose from. Dive in!

Did you know brass and bronze are both alloys with copper in it? Brass is copper mixed with zinc in various proportions. You might call brass a substitution metal or alloy for its bright gold-like look. You will find brass often used for coins and decorative products and it's the metal of choice for musical instruments because it is easily formed. For switchplates explore finishes such as antique, satin and polished as well as shape, size and decorative design features.

Flea Market Brainstorming

When you're looking for a brass switchplate but don't quite know exactly what, take a look at eBay. It's a great place for you to explore what's available and even get inspired. You could even find something you love!

Where to Buy

Whether you wind up buying brass switchplates or a different kind of switchplate, you want some way to organize your purchase. MyKnobs has a great form it calls "Switchplate Organization Chart" for your use in thinking through your light switch cover plate purchases. You then start your search for switchplates by clicking on the type - 1 toggle, 2 toggle, etc. - and you can further narrow your search by finish and brand. You can go for straightforward brass with Omnia or ornate designs by choosing Emenee or Liberty Hardware.

Always one of the premier places to find your brass switchplate is Switch Hits. They have a treasure trove of choices in switchplates and outlet covers. Brass is one of their few categories where the selection is smaller, but still worth the visit. While you're there, take a look at the pewter collection. These may not fit your needs, but they sure are beautiful!

The Hardware Hut wants to help you bring some clarity to your switchplate needs with their handy "schedule" which is a table listing rooms and types of switchplates. Narrow your choices by selecting the one, some or all of the following: manufacturer, finish, style, type and collection. Between antique, satin and polished finishes, you have a choice of over one hundred brass items. Hardware Hut is Spokane Hardware's online store.

Don't go away without visiting Kyle Design. You will love the brass and brass on bronze (and other materials) switchplates offered there. Select from the typical antiqued, polished or satin finish plates and then dig deeper to look at their very attractive decorative brass switchplates. The designs include kitty cats, kokopelli, art deco, art nouveau, butterflies, dragon flies, and many more. These products are featured in museum shops and fine craft stores.

How to Search for a Brass Switchplate

Tried some search engines already? Check out these searches by clicking on them:

Google : Yahoo : MSN : Visimo : IxQuick : DogPile

Open Directory : Yahoo Directory : eBay

Choices, Choices, Choices

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