Which handles for interior doors are best to choose?

When buying interior doors, we often do not pay due attention to the choice of door handle. Many people simply grab the first pen they can find off the store shelf at a reasonable price. However, this approach is fundamentally wrong. Since you need to open the door with this element, it is important that it is functional, durable and ergonomic. Remember that a door handle is a kind of accessory. Therefore, you need to pay less attention to its appearance. With the modern assortment of door handles, it is very difficult to get lost. They vary in material, type, color and size. However, if you clearly know what characteristics a handle for a particular interior door requires, you can easily choose the appropriate option and compare all the pros and cons of the various options.

Contents of the article:

• Stationary handles
• Lever handles
• Knobs
• Metal handles
• Wooden handles
• Plastic handles
• Glass handles
• Price and manufacturer

each pen you consider as a potential purchase should be evaluated against a number of criteria.

• How well it is made, is the color damaged upon contact with the product, are there any scratches, chips, etc.
• The handle should be ergonomic to the touch, since it needs to be touched constantly, several times a day.
• How well does the handle match the door and interior? Now it’s not just about style and color, but also about size. Flimsy little handles look ridiculous on huge doors. When choosing a model, it is recommended to select a handle in the same style as the color of the door, the style of the interior, and in the case of neighboring rooms – in the same style.
• Overly complex and original models are less appropriate in small standard rooms.

Depending on the type of construction, door colombo pens they can be stationary and push-type, and also come with handles. Each of them is necessary in certain situations.

Stationary handles

These are the simplest handles, as they are not connected to the locking mechanism, but are intended only to pull the door. Often the stationary handle has the shape of a ball; U-shaped models are also found. Today they are suitable for the fantasy design of such products, so you can find real works of art in stores. They are not connected to the lock and are therefore often used entirely with latches and pinch rollers. They’re also great for places where you can do activities outside of the door.

Lever handles

Most often we come across push handles; they work in primary schools. Each such handle consists of two g-shaped parts connected to each other by a rod. When you press the handle, the latch is hidden, allowing the door to open quietly, and when the handle is released, the latch tongue securely holds the door. This is a simple, reliable mechanism that closes the door securely.

Depending on some operating nuances, push door handles are divided into two types.

• The socket handle covers combine functionality and a comfortable appearance. Their working mechanism is as simple as possible, they take up little space on the door, and the main advantage is that a locking mechanism can be inserted here.
• Bar handles do not have such a wide range of possibilities. In addition, in addition to accessories, it is not advisable to purchase locking mechanisms. There are a number of problems. Such handles are often equipped with additional locks. They perform a protective function, but in reality such locks can only scare pensioners and children. Today, rod pens have lost their former popularity, and only old products are still in demand.

Knobs

Handles are very often used with pressure, and the opening and closing mechanism itself is already built into the handle. To open the door, just turn the handle to the side. Such products have an attractive appearance. They can become a real decoration for the door and, as a rule, have a round or oval shape. As a result, the handles are more compact, but not comfortable in all cases. The lever handles are therefore easy to open even by hand. Elbows, feet and chins will help, but will not be able to turn the ball in the same way. However, for families with children, the choice of Butbal is entirely explained by the desire for increased safety, since it is almost impossible to damage such a handle, and the risk of scratching, hitting or snagging is reduced compared to push-type analogues. Another advantage of the batbal is its low price, but it also has some disadvantages.

Such mechanisms often break down and jam, then they have to be disassembled and repaired, and there is no guarantee that the breakdown will not happen again. Only the highest quality and most expensive pens do not have such problems. If you are tired of fiddling with repairs and want to install a different type of handle, then there is a hole in the door with a gap of about 5 cm.

You decide which pen to choose based on your own requirements. If you need something stylish and original, it is better to look among the stationary ones if you are a fan of minimalism and the interior of the room meets your morals. Classic interiors can be decorated with lever handles with a bar, while lever handles with a rosette are a completely universal option.

Metal handles

This is a reliable and durable option, and some models have very reasonable prices. As a rule, products are made of aluminum, copper, brass, zinc, steel and often precious metals. Metal handles may have a distinct shine, but there is a slight sheen in metallic colors. It all depends on the metal used and its processing. High-quality examples will stand up faithfully for decades, but not the most durable ones, such as hollow aluminum, which can quickly break, bend or even fail. Well, the fact that metal hands become cold to the touch must reach a certain point.

Wooden handles

Such products are perfect for doors made of the same material. Solid wood and veneered doors look better with similar handles. They can be made from all types of wood, from the simplest to the most valuable. However, softwoods such as spruce are not the most wear-resistant, so they can only be installed on doors that are not used very intensively without compromising their appearance. Wooden handles can have both the most discreet and original appearance if they are decorated with carvings, stone inserts or metal. These handles are environmentally friendly, durable and not cold, but they are still not recommended for use in rooms with high humidity.

Plastic handles

They have the most affordable price, but are used less frequently. They don’t look or perform in the most successful way. After some time, products may break, lose shape, or even bend. To be fair, it is worth noting that modern manufacturers have learned to cleverly give plastic the noble appearance of metal, wood or glass, but everything is fine at the first touch. In most cases, such products are used in utility rooms, where the appearance of the handle is less important.

Glass handles

This is a real work of art, very similar to a Christmas ball. It can decorate a room and complement the interior. You can choose the brightest and most unusual design or arrange for the handle to be illuminated. There are many options to stand out. However, such luxury comes at a price, and such handles must be used with care as glass remains fragile no matter how it is processed.

Price and manufacturer

Price is the first thing that worries us when buying things. It depends on the quality of the product itself, its decorative properties and the name of the manufacturer. As you can imagine, plastic, plain wood, and aluminum handles are the most affordable, while brass, stainless steel, or bronze options are more expensive.

The name of the manufacturer also speaks volumes. If you want to purchase a truly high-quality product, pay attention first of all to well-known and reputable companies. The most sophisticated and original pens can be found in the collections of Spanish and Italian manufacturers; simpler and more minimalistic, but no less high-quality pens can be found in British, German, Finnish and Russian companies.

If you see a pen from one of the following manufacturers, you can safely choose:

• Morelli. The pens of this Italian company are distinguished by affordable prices, interesting designs and high quality. The problem lies in the materials used to make them. It is an alloy of zinc, copper and aluminum with magnesium. At the molecular level, it is similar to brass, but in comparison it does not oxidize and is more flexible in processing.
• Alki is a world famous pen manufacturer. He also developed his own alloy, which has already been tested by time.
• Palladium is a well-known Italian company distinguished by its high quality and varied design of door handles.
• Mandelli is a true veteran of the door handle market; it is this company that is the creator of the spring-return lever system. Today, the company regularly expands its product range and is constantly looking for new, more convenient solutions.
• Colombo mainly produces brass handles coated with chrome or aluminum.
• Linea Cali is a company that appeals to those who are looking for original pens or pens created in one piece.
• Enrico Cassina is another manufacturer of original door handles that very accurately copy the styles of different eras. Depending on your needs, you can easily find a pen from the Middle Ages, Renaissance or late 19th century.
• Arecs is a brand known for its affordable and high-quality pens, mostly in simple, minimalist designs.

If you are unsure about the brand, check the product for the items mentioned at the beginning of the article. The product is of high quality, comfortable and does not get damaged when touched or pressed. The presence of chips and scratches is unacceptable. In addition, the prices are too low and should not attract or repel. Such handles rarely last longer than one or two years under constant load.

Carefully consider the quality, functions and features of the mechanism and do not forget about one of the most important parameters: appearance. Since the overall impression is made up of many details, even the door handle should highlight the taste, fit into the interior and match the specific room. So think about what colors, types and shapes of handles are most appropriate in bedrooms, offices and bathrooms. Then make your choice.