The best replacement for knobs is handles.

The best alternatives to knobs are rated as following:
★★★★★  handles
★★★★★  pulls
★★★★  levers
★  knobs
★  nobs
★  pulls kitchen cabinets
★  top hats
★  door levers
  amerock
  no knobs on cabinets
  faders

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Speaking about knobs, one probably shouldn't forget about set screws.

Other search terms related to knobs and their ratings are:
★★★★★ set screws
★★★★★ backplate
★★★★ backplates
★★ screws
★ locksets
★ bolts
★ back plates
You have in mind a companion for knobs and it is not yet here? Propose!



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