You just brought home an authentic Nakashima Conoid Dining Table, but the glides are worn out. Or perhaps one of the apple core knobs on your Nelson Thin Edge Dresser has broken. You find yourself in need of some very specific replacement parts.
Much of the charm of Mid Century Modern pieces is in the details. Replacing these broken parts with matching replacements isn’t just about authenticity or compatibility. It’s about maintaining the artistic and functional integrity of your furnishing. Sourcing mid century hardware can be a challenge. But if you know where to look, you can find authentic replacement parts. Here is where to shop.
Online Marketplaces
One option is to turn to online marketplaces. eBay, Etsy, and Craigslist all are good places to search for Mid Century Modern hardware, including originals and reproductions. You can also check the Treasure Fox app marketplace, which is the only marketplace exclusively dedicated to buying and selling Mid Century Modern furniture, hardware and décor.
Wherever you choose to shop, carefully review the photos and written descriptions for any hardware you are thinking about purchasing. Check the user’s history and reviews to see if you can trust their listings. Don’t forget
to price the item before you buy. That way, you’ll know if you are getting a
solid deal.
Online Communities
Along with online marketplaces, you can try checking specialized communities built around shared interests. Examples include Facebook groups, subreddits on Reddit, and forums dedicated to Mid Century Modern furniture and hardware. Check existing listings, or create a post asking if anyone can sell you what you need.
Specialty Retailers
You cannot walk into a generic furniture store and expect to find authentic Mid Century Modern hardware replacements. But there are some specialty retailers that stock these hard-to-find parts.
Official Retailers
Another option is to go through official retailers. Say, for instance, you have a Tulip Chair you need glides, brackets, casters or mounts for. Knoll does not sell these parts directly on its site. But if you contact the Knoll support center, you can ask them to refer you to an official dealer that may stock the official parts. If you have a furnishing that is under warranty, thatmay also give you a recourse for accessing replacement components
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