How to Guides

  1. How to choose the right door stop

    How to choose the right door stop

    Door stops prevent damage to the wall, door and skirting board by preventing doors from slamming into walls after being swung open. Some door stops can also hold doors open...
  2. How to fit a gate bolt

    How to fit a gate bolt

    Bolts are designed to secure gates, garden sheds and other doors. If you are looking to add security to your garden gate, gate bolts are essential. There are two main...
  3. Parliament hinges: everything you need to know

    Parliament hinges: everything you need to know

    Parliament hinges can be used all across residential and commercial spaces. These wide leaf hinges are used on both windows and doors to allow these to open fully up to...
  4. What is a hasp and staple?

    What is a hasp and staple?

    A hasp and staple is a piece of exterior door hardware used to secure gates, garden shed and other outdoor buildings with a padlock. Some hasp and staples come complete...
  5. How to install a door stopper

    How to install a door stopper

    Door stoppers are easy to install and can be added behind any door in your property. Also known as door stops and sometimes written doorstops, door stoppers stop the door...
  6. How to replace gate hinges

    How to replace gate hinges

    Perhaps your gate is starting to fall forward. This might mean that the hinges are not strong enough to hold the heavy gate in place. Maybe your gate hinges are...
  7. How to install coat hooks

    How to install coat hooks

    Perhaps you are looking for a storage solution for your coats, hats and other accessories instead of leaving them on the bannister or on a piece of furniture near your...
  8. How to fit an escutcheon

    How to fit an escutcheon

    Have you moved into a new home and noticed that the front door didn't have an escutcheon? Are you currently draughtproofing your house and heard that some escutcheons can also...
  9. Best location to install a floor door stop

    Best location to install a floor door stop

    A door stop is convenient for both keeping doors open and preventing wall damage by limiting the door from swinging too far. Doorstops can be used at homes, workplaces and...

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