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Bathroom Door Furniture

21 Mar 2012

It has been long since the bathroom has dropped its robe, and has converted itself from being the most mundane and boring place in home to a style statement for the home. Countless home improvement guidebooks now share exciting ideas on how to make a bathroom look stylish. Installing bathroom door furniture is a part of each of those ideas.

The changing nature of the bathroom has brought various kinds of bathroom door furniture in the market, which instead of helping buyers, have confused them. Making choices is getting harder and harder. In this article, I will give to tips to simplify the process of choosing a set of suitable bathroom door furniture from the myriad of choices offered by the market.

Size of the bathroom

Size of the bathroom where you will install door furniture is the first thing you need to keep in mind when buying bathroom door hardware. The things that may look good in a large bathroom may not fit into a smaller one, and vice versa. You should take the exact measurement of your bathroom before shopping for the door furniture. Bathroom fittings and the décor of your bathroom should also be taken into consideration when buying door furniture.

Type of bathroom door furniture

Another thing you need to ask is what type of door furniture you want? For example, do you want door knobs on both sides of the door, or will you use bathroom door handles on both sides, or will you go with a handle on the outside, and a knob on the inside?

The decision will also depend on the type of bathroom door you have. If you have a frameless sliding glass door than the door furniture requirement for such door will be different than that of a bathroom with a wooden door.

How durable the door furniture is?

This may appear third in the list, but it is as important as the other two factors. You must check the durability of bathroom door furniture before buying it because bathroom door furniture will be constantly exposed to hot and cold water. You should not consider bathroom door furniture that cannot withstand it, as you will not want to change bathroom door handles, knobs, and other furniture, every year or every alternate year.

You should keep these things in mind when shopping for bathroom door furniture, regardless of which one you buy. These will help you filter through the plethora of choices you have been bombarded with.

Door Stops

06 Jan 2012

Are you tired of the door slamming into a wall when you open it too hard? If so, then you need door stops my friend!

Now, there are various decorative door stops out in the market right now that you can choose from and most of them can be customized to your liking but first you need to know which kind of door stop is right for you. There are magnetic, rigid, sprung, and free standing door stops. Aside from protecting your wall from potential damages caused by the door, some of these door stops will also help you in keeping the door open for as long as you like.

First up, let’s talk about the magnetic door stop.

The magnetic door stop uses magnetism to hold your door in place or catch it if it’s one of those doors that swing unexpectedly or if it’s incorrectly hung. As an added convenience, the magnet stop can be floor or wall mounted depending on how the door is placed in your home. This is one of the simplest solutions if you’re looking for a door stop and this works wonders on the usual doors; however you might want to check with your contractor if you’re using heavier doors.

Next we have the rigid door stop.

The rigid stop is one of the most common styles of door stops out there. It’s basically another knob that is screwed into a wall to stop a door from slamming into it thus preventing any damages to the wall or the door. The only downside of this common and most used doorstop is its inability to hold the door in place should you need to keep the door open for some reason.

Third we have the spring doorstop.

This particular door stop is pretty much a rigid doorstop but instead, uses a spring rather than a full solid body. Although this style costs lesser compared to the other styles in the market, there are numerous problems you might encounter if you are looking into using this style. One of the disadvantages is the way it is constructed. It is rather fragile and you might find yourself replacing it more often than usual because the spring loses its shape over time and may become bent.

Last, but definitely not the least, is the free standing door stop.

Probably one of the, if not, only kind of door stop that doesn’t require a floorboard or base upon installation. As its name suggests, this is a simple door stop which is placed on the floor behind the door. Normally manufactured from a material such as stainless steel these door stops are ideal for bathroom situations where you may have tricky tiled floors or under floor heating and the need to protect glass shower screens behind the door.

For further details on our door stop range click here http://www.karcherhandles.co.uk/category/14/Door-Stops

Roller Catch Hardware

05 Jan 2012

When you don’t need latches and if magnetic door catches just don’t work for you then you might want to try out roller catch hardware. It’s stronger than the magnetic catches and ensures that the job is done. Because of how popular this particular door hardware is, most people opt to use this instead of the typical 2-fold doors, especially, in the bathroom.

For those who don’t know what a roller catch is, it’s basically a spring loaded roller hardware that catches the door and holds it closed. There is a strike plate mounted on the door jamb and the catch is placed on top of your chosen door. The door remains closed until it is opened with the help of a little pressure.

Although there are various types of roller catches available in the market right now, the way they all work is pretty much the same. It would only be dependent on the manufacturer if they are more durable or more efficient than the others. Installation should be no problem as well as most of them follow the same steps.

Brass roller catches are usually recommended by home developers as they are very durable and very resistant to wear and tear unlike rubber roller catches. If you are planning to use rubber roller catches because of the lesser cost, then you may find yourself replacing it every now and then because of how rubber works. In time, rubber may dry up and cause friction and unlike brass roller catches, it is very susceptible to wear and tear.

In the long run, you will be saving a lot more if you decide on getting brass roller catches instead of its rubber counterpart. Brass is always in high demand by homeowners and home developers alike not only because of durable it is but because it can be customized to fit the style of your furniture. The elegance in style and its impressive durability explains the high demand for this particular kind of catcher for “door locking” problems.

So bottom line is, if you’re looking for a simple solution in keeping a door closed without actually having to install a lock on it or if installing a lock is impossible, think roller door catches. And don’t think of just any roller catcher; go for the highly recommended adjustable brass catcher, like this one from Karcherhandles.co.uk http://www.karcherhandles.co.uk/view-product/Legge-Roller-Catch

Modernising your Home with Contemporary Door Furniture

21 Nov 2011

Modernising your Home with Contemporary Door Furniture

Although not a lot of people feel ecstatic when talking about door knobs, these little gems actually emanate a discreet charm that will increase the appeal of your decors if used correctly. Door knobs and door handles have immense range when it comes to style.

The big decision when changing door knobs in the house, is if we’re either going to use vintage or contemporary door furniture or even go as far as real antique door furniture.

If you’re looking to match all the doors with the style and with the same door knobs, especially if you’re using vintage or antique styled door furniture, that may not be the best solution. Vintage and antique styled door furniture have a more limited approach when it comes to style, but, with the sometimes elaborate and intricate detail that they have, they can exhibit a look of timeless elegance for your decors.

But if you want bespoke door furniture, then contemporary is your style. Contemporary styled furniture can come in different designs, some of which can be customized to exactly the way you want it. Aside from the various designs that contemporary offers, they are also made from different materials including Satin Stainless Steel, Brass or even Chrome.

Brass knobs had an on/off popularity at one point in time, but as soon as developers started seeing the kind of look that brass pulls off, the demand skyrocketed. Brass is durable, stylish and displays elegance with its golden sheen. Karcher handles offer a full range of contemporary designed door handles and accessories, for further information visit www.karcherhandles.co.uk

In order to obtain the perfect door furniture for your home you need look no further than karcherhandles.co.uk. Aside from an extensive range of door handles and accessories, we also offer competitive pricing and daily twitter offers. Follow our twitter page at ‘mbgroupltd’ for our latest news and deals.

Creating a Fashion Statement with Designer Door Furniture

11 Nov 2011

If you want to improve the overall appeal of your home, starting with the door is a pretty good idea if you want a stunning first impression. There are many designer doors in the market; each of them compliments a specific style that you may have already started for your home. Here is a brief overview of the designer doors that are already available in the market right now.

First we have Karcher crystal door knobs, http://www.karcherhandles.co.uk/view-product/Karcher-Polished-Stainless-Steel-Bevelinged-Crystal-Knob these door knobs are perfect for the contemporary styled homeowner but it is also compatible with a traditional themed home. Now, when you think crystal, the thought of how much it would cost will definitely run through your mind since crystals are high end stuff. But there is no need to fret as these aren’t real crystals; it’s just a mesh of acrylic and glass that mimics the appearance of crystals. Elegance is within reach with this designer door furniture.

Next we have chrome styled door furniture. If want to your home to brighten up then chrome Karcher handles are for you, these handles can really give a great impact to the overall appearance even though they might be quite small. Plus, chrome never really gets out of style especially if we’re talking about door furniture as it always has that futuristic look. So if you’re looking to modernize your home without spending too much, going chrome is a good start.

An important note to remember is, when you’re finished with choosing the right style for your home, you also need to select a finish. Some people may think that the finishes are not as significant as the pieces themselves but, if you think about it, it’s usually the little details that people notice first when examining something. A well placed finish can further enhance the feel and look of your Karcher designer door furniture more than anything else in the market.

For more information on the latest designer door furniture, you might want to check online to see if there are other variations available. And with luck, you may just land yourself a discount when purchasing the furniture online at www.karcherhandles.co.uk

Find us on Facebook and Twitter

28 Sep 2011

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Design of Steel makes the Difference

26 Sep 2011

Designs of steel make the difference

Karcher handles from Germany are the samurai swords of the door and window handle world. Achieving a balance of innovation, aesthetics and security, each product is a marriage of form and function.

Each handle design is a result of attractive ideas — innovative, simple, secure — allowing the beauty and strength of each material used — core of stainless steel, accents of zirconium brass — to show through. These materials are further set off by the hardwearing Karcher ‘Satin Steel’ finish (there’s also polished finish).

Karcher’s patented ‘rose’ construction for door handles and fittings is where the similarity to samurai sword assembly is most evident. In the rose construction, the solid metal mounting base has supporting and locking studs that assure easy assembly and stability and durability during use — very much like the mekugi (pins) that secure the sword handle to the blade.

Karcher handles are not limited to state-of–the art handles. If it’s a specific period look you want — like 1930s door hardware — Karcher designs have a complete range of offerings along these lines. Karcher handles are not limited to lever types. Karcher also offers a range of knobs, pull handles and sliding door handles. They come in several materials as well — brass door knobs, stainless steel door knobs, ceramic knobs, even glass knobs to suit the most demanding of tastes.

In each door furniture line, materials and finishes can also be combined to create bespoke door furniture offerings that reflect the owner’s unique style.

Not only that, there are Karcher door handles that cater to people with special needs. Some Karcher door handles come equipped with Braille signs on them so non-sighted people can easily tell which way a door leads to, a very helpful feature in case someone is new to a place.

No surprise then that Karcher door and window handle designs have been published in many European and American magazines, and their products have been successfully used in many homes and commercial buildings all over the world.

Like the samurai sword, Karcher handle designs went out and conquered with attractive, cutting edge ideas, and the shimmering beauty of form and function these ideas generated.

If Europe’s cathedrals are ‘poems in stone,’ Karcher handles are ‘designs of steel.’ As the Karcher motto goes: “Design makes the difference.”

Karcher goes live!

31 May 2011

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