Buying antique trapped fingers or a door knob door hardware that may not work. But the question to ask those who are able to prevent mistakes.
Door knob or door handle?
Check that the door knob turn it on for long enough to not trap fingers. If the distance is too short to feel, rather than a lever door handle.
Old or new:
Do you need a matching set? There are around today runs while matching reclaimed doorknobs. If you have time to search, you might get lucky. Otherwise,
it is easy to buy like new. Companies like Drummonds pretty indistinguishable copies of the original.
For a mouthwatering variety of designs to choose from if you are buying an antique knob. But you do not need to get there and find. And check carefully that will work well in an antique needs.
New door hardware is simple to install and tends to work better.
The style?
It is a matter of personal preference. Ask yourself:
Are you the comforts of home to suit the style of the door knob to
Door knob door you just want to conform to the style of
You just choose what you like without regard for decoration around, what is
Armed with my answer, look at what is available and choose your favorite.
Which material?
Bronze, iron, wood, and glass are the most common.
Brass is common to all. The big advantage is rusting or rotting, this decorative when polished and sealed with an attractive yield. It also has a silver or copper plate for easy finish. Heavy polished knobs as long tarnish a wonderful patina as they are not lacquered.
Brass plate: Forget it. They are upset.
Iron knobs pure black except for the need to protect the slow corrosion. Color is the most popular form of protection for them, but oiling or waxing more natural look and a nice patina over time and wear.
Wood is also common. Ebony and fruitwoods are traditional, but modern hardwoods are used predominantly, often look like ebony stain. Cracks in these knobs are normally serious and adding character.
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