Door Handles

Door handles are around since Neolithic times. And the latching and locking mechanism has existed for about the same time. However, it was since the Egyptian civilisation since the key-operated door handles existed around.

A door handle or doorknob is a mechanical device used to close and open a door. These devices are not a part of all types and sizes of doors. You can easily find them in residential or commercial buildings, inside and outer doors. Keeping in mind the versatility of use, these locks are available in many shapes, finish, material, styles, sizes and designs. In the meantime, a large number of commercial level door locks come with latching and other types of locking mechanisms. These locks are manufactured to fit standardised door locking or latching mechanism.

Common types of the door handle

From unique types of kitchen, door handles to specially designed glass door handles; there are different types available in the market now. This variety varies based on how they are used and what is they look and feel. Choosing a door lock is a simple task until you end up investing in the wrong one and wasting your money forever. While it is simple to pick an item from the shelf, there are some serious considerations that most people have no idea about. As the aesthetics and usability of each type are necessary for their own ways it is essential to choose the correct type.

The lever latch

These are among the most unadorned door handles available in the market. A latch keeps the door shut well besides allowing the user to release the latch and open the door. This type usually has an elongated handle. You can just push the handle down to operate the latch mechanism inside. Whereas some doorknobs also work on the same system. These handles are common in offices and homes. Due to the level latch, they generally have no locking system incorporated. For the same reason, these handles are ideal for inner doors or where no security or privacy is a need.

The level lock

This handle is quite similar to the previously mentioned but contains a locking mechanism in it. The parts of this lock are identical to the previously mentioned. The only difference is that the lever locks have a keyhole for a motorised plate beneath the lever. With this lock, the door can be opened freely when unlocked or securely closed when keyed in. It allows for a built-in locking mechanism while keeping the design and parts simple.This design is ideal for the interior and best for places where you need security.  

Pull door handles and electronic locks

These are the one that does not have any type of built-in securing or locking mechanism. Here you do not need any latches or any kind of latch strikes. These handles are ideal for doors that are simply designed to open and shut. They come either as passage handles that can typically be seen in hallways or closets. Or in kitchen handles where they are often used for pulling doors for easy access.  These are the simplest ones and can be made of wood, acrylic plastic, or metal. At the same time, electronic locks are much different from a door handle and come with a highly complicated mechanism to protect doors (generally outer).

The lever privacy handles

These handles are functionally similar to the level bathroom style. They come with a locking mechanism that is built to handle and turn the snib on the handle to lock the door. These locks can be unlocked from outside using a key. In most models, these locks have no built-in plates. These handles are ideal for interiors like bedrooms as they provide both privacy and security. Only the key holder can have access to a locked room from outside if these locks are installed. But in some cases, it is also used as an exterior lock even though the security provided is limited and not much reliable.