Door locks and handles can help you secure your home while adding a personal touch to your entryway. They can also be designed to work with certain styles of doors, providing a coordinated look that helps create an overall cohesive design.
There are many types of door locks and handles, ranging from lever-operated to keyless. They can be made from a wide variety of materials, including brass, porcelain, cut glass, and bronze.
Choosing the right door lock can be difficult, as there are so many options available. It’s important to pick a lock that will last and be easy to use.
A good lock should be designed to withstand bumping and drilling, so it will be strong enough to protect your home from intruders. Kwikset’s entry locks offer a simple design and a variety of finishes. They come with a lifetime warranty and are easy to install.
Lever Handles
Lever-operated door handles have a crescent-shaped bar that pulls back the latch bolt when turned, making it easy to open and close doors. This feature can be particularly helpful for people with limited wrist strength or those who have trouble turning a knob on a door.
These handles are also popular on narrow stile widths, as they allow you to get through the door with a minimal amount of downward pressure. This makes them a great option for garage doors, where you might be bringing armloads of groceries or other items in with your hands full and need to open the door without assistance.
They also help you open a door when your hands are dirty or sweaty. They can be installed on all types of swinging doors, as long as the handle is compatible with your door’s handing.
A tubular latch is another common type of door lock, but it can be difficult to find. The tubular latch consists of a steel tube with a spring-loaded follower and latch bolt. When the door is opened, the latch bolt retracts and re-springs to keep the door closed.
This latch is easier to install than other latches because it doesn’t require a lot of joinery. However, it does need to be properly installed to ensure that the latch bolt operates correctly and safely.
The best way to determine the right door handle for your home is to think about how you want to use it and what style of doors you have. You can then choose a lever handle that is suited for your application.
Depending on your specific needs, you may need to purchase multiple handles. This is especially true if you have a large front or back door and need to purchase handles for both the inside and outside of the home.
These handles have a more modern, distinct style that can complement almost any interior door and provide a clean, smooth finish. They are a great choice for any new or existing internal doors that need a modern look.