Choosing & Purchasing Doors hardware

What ever your door hardware requirements Made To Measure can offer a quality service. We can install hardware, supplied by ourselves or can provide a installation only, the choice is yours. We also offer a bespoke door joinery service, and can make any style of door

your hardware is partly based on function, level of use, and aesthetics.

Do you need new hardware, in most cases the existing hardware can installed to the new door.
Ease of use particularly for the elderly the disabled & small children
Does it need to comply with any building regulations.
The right material for the right environment, example of this is, in costal regions it is better to use Stainless steel hardware for external doors because salt-water air tarnishes traditional metals.
Having the right locks fitted, could qualify you for a discount from your insurance company.
Avoid buying cheap imported external hardware, as many cheap imported versions may look initially appropriate, but they wont last & will almost definitely not stand up to the rigours of the British climate.
Changing from the type of hardware that was on the original door, could possibly mean alterations to the door frame.
Are the locks stamped with the BS 3621 Kite mark which Ensures Quality. Many standard locks can be slipped with plastic a card.
If your door needs to have a door closer, do you want it to be seen? In most cases door closers can be fitted on the face of the door or concealed in the door where it cannot be seen.
Do you need privacy, then privacy handles should be considered for bathrooms , and any other room where you might need privacy. For safety & emergency's the external face of the handle should have a slot that you can put a coin into to unlock the door.
Do you want to use a metal polish on your door furniture?, some intimation door furniture cannot be polished in this way & can only be cleaned with hot soapy water or dusted., because of the chemicals in the metal polish.
Would you like to match the door furniture with the period of your house? There are many period styles on the market & in most cases it is never a problem purchasing door furniture to match the period of your home.
Have you had problem passing new furniture through doorways in your home & had to take the door off, Then lift off hinges could be he answer.
Does your door need to open 180° to clear the architrave then maybe a parliament hinges would be appropriate.
Is the bottom of the door brushing the carpet? rising butt hinges could solve this problem.
Would you like to see who is at your door before you open it? then a door viewer will allow you to do this.
What hardware should I choose to make my French doors secure? As well as using a mortise sash lock certified to BS3621-2004, it is advisable to have a mortise bolt fitted to the top and bottom of each door. The bolt is hidden from the outside and operated by a key from the inside.

Q. I am still confused with all the to choices I need to make , what can I do?
A. Then please contact us, we would be delighted to assist.