What is a passage door handle? What is the best material for door handles? What are the different types of door handles? How do I choose a doorknob? What is a lever handle?
These might have been questions that you’ve thought about while shopping for the perfect door handles for your home or office. To narrow your search, we’ve answered your questions below. View our full collection of products by browsing our door handles for sale.
What are the different types of door handles?
There are three main types of handles: lever handles, doorknobs and pull handles. These might have similar features, such as being fixed on a rose or a backplate.
Lever handles – Lever handles, also known as lever door handles, are door handles that are operated by pushing down a handlebar.
Doorknobs – Doorknobs are essentially the same as a lever handle, however, instead of having a lever bar, doorknobs feature a round handle.
Pull handles – Pull handles can have various shapes and are used to operate doors that can only be opened when pulled.
Related: Types of door handles.
What are the most popular door handles?
1. Matte black knurled lever handle
2. Satin Stainless Steel 30mm Guardsman Pull Handle
3. Satin Brass Knurled Lever Handle on Rose
4. Matte Black Rectangular Flush Pull Handle
5. Polished brass knurled t bar handle
How do I choose a doorknob?
When thinking about purchasing a doorknob, you will have to consider budget, function and design. If you are only changing up doorknobs around your home, perhaps you can spend a little bit more on the door handles, however, if you are undertaking a full home renovation, perhaps you will have to choose more affordable options.
After putting down how much money you are willing to spend on a doorknob, think about where you are going to use said door handle and consider the people who are going to be using it. For instance, doorknobs are more difficult to operate by elderly people and children, so perhaps you would have to find an alternative to better suit the people who are going to be operating the handle.
In terms of design, there are plenty of options available. How to choose the right design? It comes down to personal preference and the style you are wanting to achieve.
Related: How to choose door handles.
What is a passage door handle?
Passage door handles are non-locking handles which can be found in halls or in rooms that do not require privacy or security, such as wardrobe doors and laundry rooms.
What is the best material for door handles?
There is no one right answer. Choosing the best material for door handles has to do with the placing and purpose of said door handles.
Are you looking for exterior door handles? Go for stainless steel door handles as these will maintain their appearance, are easy-to-clean and extremely durable.
Perhaps you want door handles with antimicrobial properties? Choose copper door handles.
Related: The advantages of copper door handles.
Or maybe you simply want interior door handles for your home? Choose your favourite finish. Matte black, stainless steel, satin brass and polished chrome are some of our most popular choices of door handle finishes.
Related: Most popular hardware finishes.
If you have any other questions about door handles or want to know more about a particular door handle we have in stock, contact our team today. We are always happy to help!
