Hardware
So you’ve designed your perfect entrance to your home.
But have you considered hardware for your new door.
Is going to be included in the door system with your purchase? Or are going to have to buy it on your own? Is the lock and the deadbolt going to perfectly complement your door style? What is the mechanical warranty and the warranty against tarnish?
We recommend that you keep this guideline in mind:
1. Finish (color) of your hardware.
Although, it is a matter of personal preference, the general rule of thumb is that finish of the hardware should match that of hinges, and if your door has decorative glass, it should also match the finish of caming in the glass.
2. Security.
If you feel that you need extra security, you may want to consider the multi-point lock such as Trilennium offered by ProVia. Trilennium is more than security and peace of mind. It offers better door closure and sealing than a single door lock. Other options are available such as mortise hardware, which features the so-called “city lock”.
3. Electronic locksets and deadbolts with keypad.
This type of door hardware utilize innovative keyless access. It’s convenient because provides convenience of not having to reach out for your keys while entering your home, and is customizable to fit your security needs.
4. Beauty.
If decided to buy a premium fiberglass or steel door with sidelites or transom, it is strongly recommended that you consider some kind of decorative grip handle for added beauty and to complement entire doors system. Hardware collection from Schlage and Emtek door hardware companies offers many options in terms of design, finish, and warranties.
Although, it is a matter of personal preference, the general rule of thumb is that finish of the hardware should match that of hinges, and if your door has decorative glass, it should also match the finish of caming in the glass.
2. Security.
If you feel that you need extra security, you may want to consider the multi-point lock such as Trilennium offered by ProVia. Trilennium is more than security and peace of mind. It offers better door closure and sealing than a single door lock. Other options are available such as mortise hardware, which features the so-called “city lock”.
3. Electronic locksets and deadbolts with keypad.
This type of door hardware utilize innovative keyless access. It’s convenient because provides convenience of not having to reach out for your keys while entering your home, and is customizable to fit your security needs.
4. Beauty.
If decided to buy a premium fiberglass or steel door with sidelites or transom, it is strongly recommended that you consider some kind of decorative grip handle for added beauty and to complement entire doors system. Hardware collection from Schlage and Emtek door hardware companies offers many options in terms of design, finish, and warranties.
Are you going to use your entry door every day as you return from work? Or is it going to mainly be used by your guests because, you generally enter through the garage door? These are important questions to answer while choosing the hardware for your door. One of many implications, such as round knob vs lever lock is important decision. Imagine, that you’re coming back from shopping with bags filled with groceries. It may be easier to open the door that has a lever lock instead of a traditional round knob.
6. Warranty.
Some inferior hardware components have tendency to tarnish over time, or simply break. Consider a provider that offers Lifetime warranty against tarnish and lifetime mechanical warranty. It is just good investment that will let you enjoy your door system without any problems. Remember, that the door is not just the door, but it is a system. Long lasting, beautiful hardware is a part of a beautiful, and durable door system. If one component such as lock or a deadbolt can make or break an entry door system.