BEAUTIFUL ARCHITECTURAL HARDWARE, & FUNCTIONAL HOMEWARES
Ironmongery is an essential detail that enhances everyday spaces. Although often overlooked, the right selection of hardware—whether for doors, windows, or kitchens—can significantly influence a room’s style, feel, and functionality. When selecting ironmongery, it’s crucial to balance three key elements: functionality, aesthetics, and finish.
Considering these aspects together is important, as each choice impacts the others. For instance, the finish can be influenced by the specific type of product, and vice versa. If you’re planning a new build or renovation, keeping functionality, style, and finish in mind from the outset can ensure a cohesive look across your project.
Before selecting the style or finish of window hardware, it’s essential to first identify the type of windows in your property. This is a key step, as the window type will influence the kind of ironmongery needed to ensure a proper fit and functionality.
For properties with casement windows, classic fasteners are often the ideal choice. These fasteners are designed for traditional timber windows that lack an internal locking system. Usually, a mortice plate is recessed into the window frame to secure the fastener. Pairing these with matching window stays provides both security and a cohesive look for locking the window in place.
Multipoint locking systems are commonly installed in UPVC, modern timber, and aluminum windows. These systems feature a metal strip along the window edge with multiple locking points—typically three—that work in tandem through a spindle for enhanced security. To operate this mechanism, an espagnolette handle is needed; all espag handles from From The Anvil are crafted to be compatible with top modern locking systems from leading window manufacturers.
Sash windows, often seen in Georgian or Victorian-style homes, consist of one or more movable panels, known as ‘sashes,’ that slide vertically to open. These glazed panels are typically balanced with weights concealed within the frame and are operated using sash pulleys and cords. Sash lifts and pulls allow for easy opening, while sash stops hold the windows in an open position and locking fasteners provide security. We offer a variety of sash window hardware in different finishes to seamlessly complement your interior ironmongery.
Start by evaluating your entrance doors—what kind of locking systems do they have? Timber doors commonly use a lever lock handle paired with a sash lock, while UPVC doors are typically fitted with multipoint locking systems for extra security, often featuring an espagnolette handle with an extended backplate. Don’t forget to consider your interior doors as well—whether they’re ledge and braced or thicker, paneled styles, these details play an essential role in choosing the right door hardware.
Panelled doors are typically mounted to the frame using butt hinges and can be paired with a mortice knob set, a rim lock and knob set, or one of our various lever handle options. When selecting hardware, consider the door’s purpose and whether it requires a lock. For doors that don’t need locking, a mortice latch is a suitable option, while sash locks are more appropriate for those requiring security. Turn-and-release mechanisms work well for interior doors like bathrooms, offering privacy without high-security features.
A ledge and brace door, known for its rustic charm, is a popular choice for barn conversions and timber-framed properties. This wooden plank door is thinner than solid or panelled doors, requiring T hinges mounted on the door’s surface rather than along the plank edge. Due to their slim design, standard latches and locks used with lever handles aren’t compatible; instead, these doors are typically fitted with thumb latches or other surface-mounted hardware like rim locks and knob sets.
The front door is a focal point of any property, so choosing the right hardware is essential! Exterior doors, especially front and back, generally require locking mechanisms to ensure home security. Selecting the locking system helps determine the ironmongery you’ll need. Sash locks, for instance, offer both robust security and flexibility, compatible with lever lock handles or door knob sets and typically fitted to solid timber doors with a morticed installation. For more contemporary settings, multipoint locking systems pair well with espagnolette lever handles, commonly used on UPVC doors. To personalize your entryway, a range of accessories is available, including center door knobs, cylinder pull handles, knockers, letter plates, and more.
Our cabinetry collection is designed to complement all property styles, from traditional to contemporary and everything in between. Traditional kitchens often feature revealed hinges and classic cupboard knobs, while modern designs typically incorporate cup pulls and bar handles. Additionally, we provide a wide selection of accessories, including lighting solutions, curtain hardware, door stops, shelf brackets, coat hooks, and more. These can all be coordinated with your existing furnishings, ensuring a seamless and cohesive look throughout your home!
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