Buying Door Furniture
Door furniture is a reference to any type of item attached to a door as a means of enhancing its appearance and/or functionality. For example, door knockers, handles, and knobs. Made from various materials and with different designs, you can change the appearance of a door in seconds. If you have old knobs or handles that outdate the door, you can add something more modern and again, change both appearance and functionality.
In this article, we will provide you with some samples of door furniture to consider adding to your door. Deco knobs are always popular types of door furniture. Made from brass, nickel, or other metals, these knobs are gorgeous. You might choose from one with a Celtic style that is priced at just £2.99. Another great knob is made from pewter and 25mm in size. Also priced at £2.99, the detailing is gorgeous.
Porcelain is always a favourite type of door furniture. In this case, you might choose a white and brass knob, measuring 35mm and priced at £6.99 for a pair. Another option of porcelain would be the larger version of this same knob, measuring 50mm. In this case, the knob is still reasonably priced at £8.99. You can also go with plain porcelain, in both larger and smaller sizes.
If you love the look of Georgian style door furniture, then you can buy single parts or the entire unit. For instance, you can buy a brass cylinder pull for £2.99, which is attractive and ideal for most night latches, a brass escutcheon cover for any keyhole to make it more attractive, also priced at £2.99, or Georgian brass lever on rose that has a gorgeous rope design on a round back plate for £7.99. Remember, these types of door furniture are just a few examples of your choices.
In the UK, you can find door furniture at a number of places, some that we have listed below:
- Jim Lawrence - http://www.jim-lawrence.co.uk/doorswindows - This company offers a wide range of door furniture to complement period homes. Items are made from forged iron with eight beautiful finishes, polished, or tarnished naturally.
- TBKS - http://www.tbks-shop.co.uk - With more than 25 years in the business of door furniture and other architectural ironmongery, you will discover some of the most amazing pieces on the market today.
- Broadleaf Timber - http://www.broadleaf-timber.co.uk - Here you will find beautiful designs, affordable prices, and years of experience in the business of door furniture and more.
- Bernards - http://www.bernards.co.uk - At Bernards, you can buy direct, which means great selection at great prices
The great thing about door furniture is that you can keep your old door but change the look without robbing the bank. Just by adding a new door handle or medallion, the door will look beautiful. Many times, you will find people taking an existing door, painting it to coordinate with the home style and colour, and then add new door furniture. The results are stunning. Keep in mind that door furniture is also used to make doors more functional. For example, if you have someone with arthritis in the hands, grabbing and turning a standard type knob is difficult. However, by changing out the door furniture to a lever, getting the door open is much easier.