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Guide To Hardware For Fire Doors

When it comes to fitting hardware for fire doors, it is important to remember that the items you attempt to fit depend on the situation you have. Fire doors can be found in both residential and commercial properties, so you will need to investigate what fitting

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What Is Ironmongery?

Since a renewed interest in traditional metal work started in the 20th century, more and more customers are looking to introduce an element of ironmongery to their projects. While years ago it was referred to as the manufacture of iron goods, the term has

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Window Locks – What, Where & Why?

When you are thinking about the security of your property, the first thing most people think of are the doors. Windows are often overlooked as occupants come and go via doors, not windows. This is not always the case for intruders though.

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How To Find The Correct Locks & Latches For Your Handles

It takes time to find the correct lock or latch for your door handles, but once you have narrowed down the options, you will most likely be choosing between lever handles or door knobs. Additionally once you have decided the on the finish, you will be ready

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Guide To Escutcheons

Whatever your choice of door furniture, it’s fair to say that escutcheons are an excellent choice to spruce up your door furniture and serve a practical purpose too. The general term ‘escutcheon’ is actually used to describe a decorative plate for protection

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The History Of Door Knobs

Although it’s difficult to pinpoint exactly when door knobs were first used, we do have a good idea of what was used before they came into practice. However, it was in 1878 that the idea of inventing door knobs was first introduced by documentation. This

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