How to Select Door Hardware

 


When it is time to replace your home's entry doors, you have the opportunity to elevate the look of your home with the change. One crucial choice will be to pick new door hardware to accent the new doors. So how do you select the best door hardware for your home?

 

Entry door hardware is the lock and handle set you will install on your exterior door. You will have a variety of doorknobs, levers, and locks to choose from when you make your selection. While some hardware options are not specific to interior or exterior doors, choose only external door sets for the entry points to your home. These sets are more secure and come in standard sizes. From there, you will need to choose between the following options.

 

Entry Door Handles 

Entry door handles come in several styles and functionalities that you can choose from to match your personal preference and the style of your home. First, take a look at the differences between the most common types of entry door handles: 

·       Doorknob - This is the classic, rounded door handle. When turned, the doorknob releases a latch between the doorjamb and the door.

·       Door lever - A lever that turns 90 degrees to release the door closure. Door levers are easier to grip and unlatch than doorknobs.

·       Handleset - The handleset gives you the security of a deadbolt with the ease of a thumb latch.

 

Locksets  

You will also have several options for securing your entry doors with a lock. Here are some popular options: 

·       Electronic door locks - utilize a touch screen, remote, numeric keypad, or even biometrics to open the lock.

·       Keyed doorknob, handle, or lever - Turn a key in the keyhole on the opening to open the door.

·       Keyed deadbolts - This is an additional locking point you can combine with a locking doorknob, handle, or lever.

 

Hardware Finish 

Once you have chosen the best style and lockset for your entry door hardware, it is time to select the finish. Again, there are several options to match your personal preference and the style of your home, including: 

·       Bronze 

·       Nickel 

·       Chrome 

·       Black  

·       Pewter 

·       Brass 

·       Copper 

·       Stainless Steel 

 

Final Tips 

Before you head out to choose your entry door hardware, here are a few tips to help you complete your quest.

·       Measure the thickness of your door.

·       Ensure your chosen doorknob is suitable for exterior doors.

·       Evaluate the security of the lock set you select.

·       Purchase the same brand for all entry doors in your home, allowing one key to open multiple doors.

 

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