Door Handles Style Guide

When selecting door handles for your home, it's easy to focus on appearance and aesthetics. However, durability, maintenance, and functionality are crucial factors that should also be considered. 

In this guide, we'll explore the best materials for door handles, helping you make an informed decision for your home. If you're looking for a deeper dive into the world of door handles, check out our comprehensive guide on door handle materials and finishes.

Brass Door Handles

• Durable
• Corrosion Resistant
• Timeless in style
• Antimicrobial properties to kill harmful bacteria, fungi and viruses

Maintenance

While brass develops a natural patina over time, regular polishing can maintain its original shine. To keep brass door handles looking their best, simply apply a metal polish and ensure they remain clean and dry.

Ideal for exterior doors - it can withstand weather conditions.

Stainless Steel Door Handles

• Unmatched strength and longevity
• Practical, secure option - Robustness means it is difficult to break
• It is less visually striking but is a neutral option
• Budget-friendly
• Temperature-Neutral - Comfortable to touch regardless of weather conditions

Maintenance 

Minimal upkeep, simply wipe stainless steel door handles with a mild detergent or stainless steel cleaner to keep it looking sleek. 

Ideal for homes needing durable, low-maintenance door handles, providing an added layer of security.

Aluminium Door Handles 

• Similar to stainless steel
• Lightweight
• Easy to Install and Operate
• Excellent Conductivity - adapts to surrounding temperatures
• Recyclable - Eco-friendly choice for homeowners
• It is slightly more expensive but worth the investment due to its durability

Maintenance

Use a mild detergent or specialist cleaner for your aluminium door handle. 

Ideal for homeowners looking for a lightweight, eco-friendly, durable door handle.

Glass Door Handles

• Aesthetically pleasing – luxurious, elegant design
• Sensitive to temperatures, mirroring the room temperature
• Less common due to fragility
• Higher budget

Maintenance  

Use a glass and window cleaner for the glass part of the handle. Alternatively, vinegar can also be used. Do not use glass products to clean the metal part of the doorknob, as this may cause discolouration.

It is ideal for rooms where appearance and luxury are more important than practicality and durability.

Wood Door Handles

• Many finishes available - different grains, colours, stained/varnished
• Is easily impaired by moisture and humidity

Maintenance 

Avoid using harsh cleaning chemicals to avoid deterioration. Keep wood handles as dry as possible. 

Ideal for rooms with low humidity featuring matching wooden furniture                                      

Door Handle Materials Matter

When it comes to selecting your door handle materials, there is a lot to take into consideration. Look beyond appearance, to find the perfect door handle material for you. A G John & Sons, we’ve got a wide selection of door handles for you to choose from, so you can be sure to find one that fits in with your budget, tone of the room and is durable enough for your needs. 

But why trust us? At G Johns & Sons, we're not just experts but specialists in the door and ironmongery industry. With years of experience, we've honed our craft to perfection. Contact us for all your door and ironmongery needs.

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