“Recycled and sustainably sourced materials, such as brass and stainless steel, are also becoming the go-to for handles,” says Vicky Ashton, designer at Willis & Stone.

These sets of stainless pots and pans deliver good quality on a budgetPrices for stainless steel cookware sets in CR's ratings range from about $50 to more than $900.By Mary H.J. Farrell, Althea ...

Crisp, clean and unapologetically modern, an all-white kitchen is a natural fit for stainless steel appliances. Flat-front paneled cabinets with long tab hardware are smooth and chic.

Whether you do a kitchen remodel or just a refresh, new cabinet hardware can make a huge difference. So why not try these unexpected knobs and pulls?

According to CR's tests, these are the best stainless steel cookware sets you can buy for $300 or less.