If you’re thinking about doing any types of improvements to your interiors, a great starting point could be looking at your door handles. A simple change up of your door handles can make all the difference to the feel of your home, whether you’re going for a modern or classic decor.
This guide will give you all you need to know about our door handles and what to consider when you buy them.
Lever Handles Or Door Knobs?
The first choice you’ll want to make is whether you’d like to go with door handles or door knobs. With great simple styles and more decorative designs available in each, you have a world of options to choose from.
Door Knobs
With a simple, circular design, door knobs have been around for centuries and are a popular choice for period properties but are fast becoming a common choice for more contemporary decors because of the great innovations that have been made in material and design. The ultimate choice comes down to personal preference of aesthetics and who will likely use them most frequently.
Door Handles
With a horizontal lever, door handles provide a better grip, which is super helpful for those with differing levels of strength and dexterity. Again, there are a multitude of styles and designs available, but they will definitely appear more modern.
Things To Consider
Location
Where you plan to fit your door handles will help you decide on which type you choose. External door handles need to be durable and stand up to the elements, whereas, you’ll have a lot less to be concerned with when it comes to choosing internal door handles.
Installation
You can often purchase specialised handle packs that include handy accessories to support you with the installation and speed up the process. For example, latch spacers help to position the fixings quickly and accurately. Door handle packs are great when you’re refitting a full doorway and they can save you time and money. They include all the necessary parts for getting a professional and secure fit.
Fire Rated
If you’re fitting a door handle or knob onto a fire door it must comply with fire-safety regulations. To do this, a fire-safety fixture needs to be installed on a fire resistant doorway. Ensure you know what other fire-related products need to be installed such as hinges and door closures.
Guarantee
Daily use of your door handles can put them under strain. With our ten-year mechanical guarantee on door handles, you can have total peace of mind.
Size
When you’re updating a door handle, be sure to measure the backplate size of the previous fitting so that scuffs are concealed from view. If you’re changing a handle in a rented property – choosing a size that is easily replaced can save money later.
Best-Selling Door Handles and Door Knobs
- Handles with a backplate come in a great choice of traditional and alternative designs and some also come with designs that feature different locking mechanisms. The Old English Warwick Key Lever comes in a distressed silver finish and features a traditional curved handle.
- Handles on rose are often used for a more modern decor and come in a variety of premium styles, giving a distinctive look on any door. The Status Michigan Lever in matt black is chic and looks stunning on black doors.
- Mortice door knobs are often used in more traditional settings and commonly come in a beehive/reeded design. The Old English Rippon is constructed with solid brass and comes in a polished brass finish.
We hope that this guide has helped you on your quest to find the best door handles for your home improvements. Here at Leader Doors, we have a great selection of door handles made by various brands.
Available in endless designs and a large variety of finishes – from distressed silver to antique pewter – you’ve got all the options you need to make the right choice. But don’t take our word for it, explore our range of door handles and knobs to see for yourself. And to view our Door Aftercare Guide, head here.