Archive for November, 2009

Door latches, door hinges, deadbolts, levers, latched keys and door knobs are all different kinds of door hardware that we use throughout our house. If you are remodeling your home then you might want to have a look at the designer door hardware that you find online and even in the store. Designer door hardware adds more than just functional value for your doors. It can change the style of your home and make it look more elegant and more to your taste. If you want a Victorian style door knob or an antique style door knocker then you can look for brand name manufacturers for your wares. Door hardware comes in various metals like brass, copper, bronze, steel and iron. These metals are fashioned in different patterns and in various textures to meet your home decor needs.

Oil brushed bronze, polished nickel, matte finished iron or even satin copper door hardware with scalloped, intricate or ornate designs to suit each person’s taste. Whether you are redoing your entire home or the kitchen cabinets or even the patio door, there is some hardware that will match your decor style.Door hardware like deadbolts and keyed entryway sets give the home, security and functionality as well as visual appeal to go with the rest of the home decor. Like the Bowman or Camelot Door Entry Sets from Schlage or the Solid Brass Rope Style Deadbolt from Emtek to name a few. Sometimes it is easier and cheaper to repaint your old doors and add a little flair to it by using fancy door hardware instead of replacing the entire door to get the desired look for your home.

P2296-SS-Hickory Stainless Steel Bar Pull
P3275-2122-Hickory Studio II Pull Oil-Rubbed Bronze

If your home is on the market then you might want to look at upgrading the exterior look of the house. Food looks appealing when it is presented well, in a similar manner it might be good to spruce up your entryway appearance when you are planning to sell your home. Whether you are upgrading from an old door or are just enhancing the existing one, you have a wide choice range to choose from. Entryway doors are made for security, safety and also a lasting impression. Whether you choose a fiberglass front door,or real wood doors to give it the right appearance.

If you are looking for contemporary or antique or even period hardware then there is a wide choice to select from. Based on whether your door is French style or Victorian style you might want to choose the appropriate door hardware. Look for oil brushed door levers, bronze handle sets, matte finished door hinges and polished chrome dead bolts from various hardware companies like Long leaf or antique reproduction pieces from Nostalgic Warehouse. Look for enhanced designer door knobs, hinges. A great iron or brass door handle to match the rest of the door can go a long way in giving your home it’s right value in terms of visual appeal.

P2295-SS-Hickory Stainless Steel Bar Pull
VP14444-OBH-Hickory Conquest Pulls Oil-Rubbed Bronze