Handles for interior doors: variations and recommendations for selection

Handles for interior doors are an important element of the door hardware and are widely represented on the modern market. The product range is distinguished by a large variety of models, including both simple overhead products and high-tech devices equipped with a locking mechanism.

Door handles appeared a long time ago, and iron rings, chains and hooks became the first devices used by a man to control the door. At that time, usability was at the forefront, and the decorative component was not so important.However, over time, the views of mankind have changed, people began to pay more attention to the appearance of models, and from the beginning of the 16th century they began to produce entire works of art.

If we look at historical sources, we can see that from about this period the door handles began to take exquisite ornate forms and were made in the form of mythical images or the shape of animal heads. A little later, the models began to be subdivided according to the principle of belonging to a particular room, and by the end of the 17th century a clear gradation had formed. Products installed on the luxurious doors of the palace halls were distinguished by their special elegance, rich appearance and often covered with gilding. At the same time, the door handles of bedrooms, kitchens and utility rooms looked much more modest.

Today, with the dominance of scientific and technological progress and the emergence of modern styles with a slant to minimalism, the line between refined living room handles and practical models for bathrooms and kitchens has begun to wear out. A huge number of beautiful universal products appeared on the market, the installation of which can be made in any room of the apartment without harming the harmony of the interior.Modern models have a large variety of designs and colors, which makes it easy to make a choice and purchase a stylish and functional thing.

Installation of handles on interior doors produced according to the current GOST 14624 84, which regulates the height of the products at a distance of 100 cm from the floor. However, these rules apply exclusively to public organizations that are obliged to meet all the requirements of SanPiN. Installation of handles in a private house or apartment does not provide for strict requirements, therefore, more often they are set to a height of 1 to 0 to 150 cm.

The classification of handles for interior doors occurs on four grounds.

This is the most ancient type of door handles, which came to us almost unchanged. Products are prefabricated or cast constructions of various shapes and designs, which are mounted on the door in a laid-on way with the help of fasteners or glue elements.The functionality of stationary species is extremely limited and consists in opening and closing doors. The locking device in the fixed handles is missing.

They can have two types of performance: single and pair. The first ones are designed for installation on one side of the door leaf and are attached to it with self-tapping screws or glued. The second ones are mounted on both sides of the door and are connected with the help of a long pin that penetrates the canvas through and has a thread at the ends. The installation of pens occurs by screwing them onto the pin all the way and is considered one of the most affordable mounting options.

The strength of the connection and the service life is most preferable to choose the first option. This is due to the fact that the threaded connections are quickly loosened and the handles begin to dangle, but for rooms with low traffic, such models are quite suitable. In addition, the installation of paired handles, in contrast to the installation of single products, does not involve the formation of holes for the screws on the door. To install them, a narrow channel is enough into which the pin will be inserted.As a result, the door covering remains practically intact, in the future quite suitable for replacing old stationary handles with any other type.

The most popular types of stationary handles are spherical and tulip-shaped models, as well as U-shaped brackets. The first ones are often produced in a double version and are distinguished by a concise appearance and low cost. Staples are often used in combination with roller latches, which allows you to lock the door in the closed position. Models differ in a huge variety of forms and design, are the ideal solution for heavy overall canvases, as well as irreplaceable on the doors installed in places with high traffic. In addition, staples have high anti-vandal qualities and are recommended for use in public places and educational institutions.

The advantages of stationary models are simple installation, low cost, the absence of a large number of parts and complex mechanisms, a wide range and the ability to withstand significant loads. The disadvantages include the absence of a falev latch or locking device, as well as the need to apply some physical effort when closing and opening the door.

Products equipped with a latch and a pushing mechanism represent the most numerous group of handles for interior doors. Such devices consist of a handle, a fale latch (in common “doggie”) and a lock. Some models are equipped with a cylinder-type lock that can be opened with a key or a magnetic device. The principle of operation of the push handles is quite simple: when the door is closed, the tongue, which has a beveled shape, easily enters the groove located on the striker plate of the door frame. When opening the canvas, you just need to press the handle and it instantly “pulls” the tongue into the device body - the door will open easily.

Push models come in different designs. The most attractive is the rosette design, which involves the separate installation of the lock from the block, consisting, in turn, of the latch and handle. The socket can be round or square, and involves the installation of any type of latch: whether mechanical or magnetic model.

The second embodiment of the pressure devices is represented by a handle on a common pad, with a keyhole and a turntable for the valve located on it.This type of construction involves the installation of the lock and the latch as a single unit, which looks very harmonious in the classic interior precisely because of this feature.

The advantages of the pressure knobs are: reliability of the design, a wide selection of various models, high ergonomic qualities and ease of use. Such devices can be opened even if the hands are occupied with something - all you need to do is to press the handle with your elbow and push the door with your shoulder. The disadvantages include the ability to cling to the handle bag or clothing, as well as the high cost of some models.

Door handles of this type are better known as knobs, characterized by a rounded knob and a latch. Almost all products are equipped with a locking mechanism that allows the latch to be locked in the closed position, and some are additionally equipped with a locking mechanism. The principle of operation of the knob is absolutely identical to the principle of operation of the push handles, with the only differencethat the knobs have a fale latch activated by means of a rounded knob, and in pressure specimens by means of a handle.

The advantages of rotating devices are the lack of risk of being caught and injured, a concise appearance, low cost and a large range. The disadvantages include a weak mechanism, the inconvenience of opening the door with busy or wet hands, as well as a short service life and frequent seizure of the halyard catch.

These pens are the perfect choice for many modern styles, including minimalism and techno. They are completely invisible on the canvas and have no protruding elements. Products can have a simple design and serve only for opening and closing doors, and can be equipped with a latch with a lock or a magnetic lock.

The advantages of hidden handles are their ease of use on sliding and sliding canvases, as well as in the door-compartment. This is due to the structural features of products that allow you to completely hide the canvas in the door niche, without fear of hooking on the handle.The disadvantages include the high cost and the need to hammer and drill the area for their installation on the canvas.

For the production of pens used a number of materials with different performance properties, strength, appearance and price.

This metal is often used for the manufacture of pens and has an acceptable cost, wide consumer availability and versatility. Models can be installed on the doors of premises for any purpose, including spaces with excessive humidity, such as shower rooms, baths, pools and bathrooms. This is due to the high anti-corrosion properties of aluminum and its ability to tolerate exposure to extreme temperatures.

The disadvantages of aluminum products include the inability to use on heavy and overall canvases, the rapid loss of the original appearance and low resistance to shock and mechanical loads.As a result, it is impractical to install such handles in public places with high traffic, while they are quite suitable for home interior doors.

This material is the most popular material for the manufacture of pens. Differs attractive appearance, high durability and comfortable for the mass buyer cost. The alloy includes zinc, aluminum and copper, and magnesium is used as an alloying component in its smelting. As a result, the material absorbed the best performance properties of each of the metals, and deservedly became the leader in the manufacture of models of the middle price segment.

The advantages of TsAM handles are high resistance to corrosion and abrasion, attractive appearance and pleasant to the touch structure. There were no weighty drawbacks in tsamak pens, however, like all popular products, they are not insured against the production of fakes using low-grade low-quality raw materials.

Brass door handles are not cheap. Models look nobly in the interior and do not lose their original appearance over the years. The advantages of brass models are their high strength and long service life. In addition, brass is not susceptible to rust and can be used in wet areas. It should be noted and moderate antimicrobial effect of brass products, as well as their natural noble aging and warm to the touch structure.

Metal is also widely used in the manufacture of door handles, but is more suitable for entrance groups. The advantages of steel models include high strength, long service life and aesthetic appearance of chrome-plated models.In addition, the products show good resistance to high mechanical and shock loads, which is why steel is often used in the manufacture of handles. Among the minuses can be noted the cold structure and rustic appearance of matte products.

The material does not have high strength, so it is used in the manufacture of stationary handles for light interior doors. The advantages of plastic models include low cost, as well as a large selection of colors, shapes and design. In addition, plastic products are not afraid of high humidity and pleasant to the touch. Among the minuses can be noted a short service life and too simple appearance.

Products from this material look very natural and noble. Wooden handles are the ideal choice for doors from an array of natural breeds and veneered fabrics. Wood handles are often decorated with rhinestones, carvings and ceramic inserts. The advantages of wooden handles are natural appearance and natural origin. Models are environmentally safe and do not cause allergic reactions.

The disadvantages include high cost and inability to use in too wet rooms. Some products, such as pine and spruce, are quite soft and wear out quickly.

Glass handles look very nice in the interior and fit most modern styles. The material is used mainly for the manufacture of stationary rounded models with a pair execution. Glass products are presented in a wide range with a wide variety of shapes and colors. The main disadvantage of glass pens is their high cost. Despite the use of high-strength glass in their manufacture, the models have low resistance to mechanical loads and break off even with minor impacts.

The material is used to manufacture push handles and linings for them. It is used to increase child safety when using the door. The cost of silicone models is quite democratic and amounts to 120–150 rubles. Products are produced in a wide range of colors and are often decorated with drawings of a different color or shaped inserts.Silicone pads are purchased separately and are not included in the kit.

The modern market of door fittings offers a huge number of various shapes and colors. This greatly facilitates the selection and allows you to purchase products made in both modern, antique and classical styles. The color palette of products is also diverse.

Along with the traditional silver, gold-plated and chrome-plated models, there is a huge selection of colors, including classic black, white and brown versions, as well as gray, blue, green and even orange products. The latter are in great demand for lovers of modern interiors, such as techno, hi-tech and minimalism. Antiqued patinated products are in great demand for retrostyle.

The most popular manufacturers that produce door handles for interior doors are happy companies.

• Spanish archie is a company with a worldwide reputation and has been present on the door hardware market for a long time.All products of the company are manufactured from a patented steel grade and are distinguished by a special electrophoretic coating. Thanks to modern technology models have a long service life and impeccable appearance.

• Products by Morelli from China it has high quality, unusual design and reasonable prices. For the manufacture of handles, a light and beautiful ZAM is used, thanks to which the products retain their original appearance and are not oxidized in air. In addition, models from Tsamak respond well to injection molding technology and the process of electroplating.

• Italian Colombo It represents highly artistic models, the cost of which can reach 15 thousand rubles. The design contains cast monograms and patterns, imbued with the spirit of aristocracy and bringing notes of old Italy into the interior. Along with the luxurious models, the Colombo lineup also contains variants of the average price category, the cost of which starts from three thousand rubles. The company specializes in the production of push handles, equipped with a latch and locking mechanism.

• Abloy Finnish Pens receive a large number of positive reviews and are designed for the mass consumer.Products differ in high quality of the castle device, stylish and modern appearance and the democratic price. It is quite possible to purchase a beautiful and high-quality Abloy pressure knob for 2-3 thousand rubles.

• Palladium Company from Russia produces a large variety of models of pressure models, brackets and knob. The manufacturer's products are designed for the mass consumer: for example, the cheapest bracket can be bought for only 50 rubles. A simple knob with a falev latch and a blocker will cost 250–300 rubles, and when you buy a push model, you can easily keep within 550–600 rubles.

Products are presented in a wide variety of colors and designs. In the line there are both traditional, without frills, products intended for mass installation in various institutions, as well as stylish, high-quality models, made in classical and modern styles.

Before you start buying a pen in the apartment, It is necessary to pay attention to a number of important points.

• First, you should carefully review the technical passport of the product and make sure that the material from which it is made is certified and approved for use.
• Secondly, it is necessary to check the operation of the latch and locking mechanism, as well as inspect the product for chips, scratches and cracks.

Regarding the appearance, it should be noted that the door handle should be combined in color with other elements of the door hardware, such as a lock, hinges and onlays, as well as with the interior objects of the room and furniture. For example, a chrome-plated silver model will discord with bronze elements and look something foreign. But such a product will perfectly fit into most modern styles, such as modern, loft, minimalism, techno and hi-tech. At that time, yellow, bronze and gold handles are perfect for classic and retro interiors.

When choosing a model, it is necessary to take into account the appearance of the doors. So, chrome, silver and palladium models look great on doors with wenge or bleached oak finish.Cloths under a nut and cherry are better to equip with gold or brass-plated products.

In addition, it is necessary to correlate the geometry of the door panels with the shape of the future handle, that is, to choose a product so that their forms at least overlap. For example, on a canvas with horizontal or vertical inserts of regular geometric shapes, a curved pressure model with monograms would look ridiculous. For such a door, it is better to choose a direct push handle, made in a modern style.

It should be borne in mind that for doors located in the same room, you should purchase the same handle models. When choosing knobov need to understand that after their installation in the door leaf are non-standard bore holes, reaching five centimeters.

With the right choice, door handles are able to liven up even the simplest canvas and add variety to the interior. A competent installation and careful use will be the key to a long and flawless service of door fittings and doors in general.

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