{"id":15296,"date":"2026-04-22T10:14:34","date_gmt":"2026-04-22T09:14:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.smithersofstamford.com\/blog\/?p=15296"},"modified":"2026-04-22T10:14:34","modified_gmt":"2026-04-22T09:14:34","slug":"5-types-of-door-handles-you-should-know-before-starting-a-renovation","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.smithersofstamford.com\/blog\/5-types-of-door-handles-you-should-know-before-starting-a-renovation\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Types of Door Handles You Should Know Before Starting a Renovation"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"sws_supernormalaction\"><button on=\"tap:superwebshare-lightbox\" class=\"superwebshare_normal_button1 superwebshare-button-large superwebshare-button-default superwebshare_prompt superwebshare_button_svg\" style=\"color:#ffffff;background-color: #1e73be;\" ><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"superwebshare-svg\"  fill=\"currentColor\" viewBox=\"0 0 1000 1000\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"0\"><path stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" d=\"M789.86,323.67c91.79,0,164.25-72.46,164.25-164.25S881.64,0,789.86,0S625.6,72.46,625.6,164.25c0,4.83,0,14.49,0,24.15L306.76,371.98c-24.15-24.15-57.97-33.82-96.62-33.82c-91.79,0-164.25,72.46-164.25,164.25s72.46,164.25,164.25,164.25c38.65,0,72.46-14.49,96.62-33.82L625.6,821.26c0,9.66,0,14.49,0,19.32c0,86.96,72.46,159.42,159.42,159.42s159.42-72.46,159.42-159.42s-67.63-159.42-154.59-159.42c-33.82,0-67.63,9.66-96.62,33.82L374.4,526.57c0-9.66,0-19.32,0-24.15s0-14.49,0-24.15l318.84-188.41C717.39,314.01,751.21,323.67,789.86,323.67z\" \/><\/svg><span>Share<\/span><\/button><\/div><p>Door handles are easy to overlook until you\u2019re standing in a half-finished hallway, realising the \u201cquick decision\u201d you made doesn\u2019t match the doors, the locks, or the rest of the trim. They\u2019re touched dozens of times a day, they sit at eye level, and they quietly signal the style of the home\u2014classic, contemporary, minimalist, or somewhere in between.<\/p>\n<p>The best time to get handle choices right is before you order doors, finalise carpentry, or commit to paint colours. Why? Because handle type affects more than appearance: it influences privacy, accessibility, door swing clearance, installation complexity, and even long-term maintenance. Below are five handle types worth understanding before your renovation plans solidify.<\/p>\n<p><b>Start With the Basics: Function First, Then Finish<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Before diving into styles, decide what each door needs to\u00a0<i>do<\/i>. A bedroom door has different requirements from a bathroom door, and both differ from a front entrance.<\/p>\n<p><b>A few practical questions to ask early<\/b><\/p>\n<p>You don\u2019t need a spreadsheet, but you do need clarity:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Is this door internal or external?<\/li>\n<li>Does it require privacy (bathroom) or security (front\/back door)?<\/li>\n<li>Is accessibility a priority (children, elderly relatives, wider grips)?<\/li>\n<li>Are you reusing existing latches\/locks, or replacing them?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Once function is clear, you can choose a handle type that works mechanically\u00a0<i>and<\/i> visually with your renovation direction.<\/p>\n<p><b>1) Lever Handle on Backplate (the workhorse option)<\/b><\/p>\n<p>The lever-on-backplate handle is one of the most common choices in UK renovations for good reason: it\u2019s versatile, easy to fit, and forgiving if you\u2019re covering old screw holes or marks on a previously fitted door.<\/p>\n<p><b>Why renovators keep coming back to it<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Backplates come in different configurations\u2014latch, lock, and bathroom\/privacy\u2014so you can keep a consistent look across the house while meeting each room\u2019s needs. The plate also gives you visual \u201cweight,\u201d which can work particularly well on panelled doors or older properties.<\/p>\n<p>From a practical standpoint, levers are generally easier to operate than knobs (especially with full hands), and a longer backplate can hide previous wear and tear around the handle area\u2014handy when you\u2019re refreshing rather than fully replacing joinery.<\/p>\n<p><b>2) Lever Handle on Rose (cleaner, more modern lines)<\/b><\/p>\n<p>If your renovation leans contemporary, levers on a rose (a round or square plate) are a popular step toward a cleaner silhouette. You\u2019ll often see these in modern apartments, minimalist refurbishments, and new extensions where the detailing is deliberately pared back.<\/p>\n<p><b>The aesthetic benefit\u2014and the planning trade-off<\/b><\/p>\n<p>A rose handle shows more of the door face, which looks crisp on flat, modern doors. But it\u2019s less forgiving: because there\u2019s no long plate to cover imperfections, your drilling and alignment need to be accurate, and any old marks may need filling and refinishing.<\/p>\n<p>This is also where finish trends come into play. Matte black hardware has been a strong design direction in recent years, partly because it pairs easily with both warm neutrals and bolder colours, and it reads as intentional without being flashy. If that\u2019s the look you\u2019re after, it\u2019s worth browsing examples of<a href=\"https:\/\/brass-works.co.uk\/door-handles\/black-door-handles.html\">\u00a0<b>sleek black door fittings for homes<\/b><\/a> to see how black levers and complementary trim can shift the feel of a room\u2014especially when repeated consistently across doors.<\/p>\n<p><b>3) Door Knobs (timeless, but not always practical)<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Knobs have undeniable charm. They suit Victorian and Edwardian homes, cottages, and heritage-style renovations, and they can look fantastic on traditional panel doors. But they\u2019re not always the easiest choice day-to-day.<\/p>\n<p><b>When knobs make sense\u2014and when they don\u2019t<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Knobs typically require a twisting grip, which can be less comfortable for kids, anyone with reduced hand strength, or when you\u2019re carrying laundry through a doorway. They can also snag on pockets or bags less than you\u2019d expect\u2014until you live with them.<\/p>\n<p>That said, knobs work beautifully in lower-traffic areas: a study, a formal sitting room, or a pantry door. If you love the look, consider using knobs selectively rather than everywhere, and pair them with the right latch so the \u201cfeel\u201d is solid rather than rattly.<\/p>\n<p><b>4) Pull Handles (great for statement doors and high traffic)<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Pull handles are often associated with entrance doors and commercial spaces, but they can be a smart residential choice too\u2014especially for large doors, heavy pivot doors, or internal doors where you don\u2019t need a latch.<\/p>\n<p><b>Think beyond the front door<\/b><\/p>\n<p>A pull handle can be ideal for:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>A glazed kitchen door leading to a garden (paired with a secure lock)<\/li>\n<li>A sliding door (where a lever may be awkward)<\/li>\n<li>A pantry or utility room with a magnetic catch instead of a latch<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The key is pairing: pull handles are usually used with separate locking hardware or catches, so you\u2019ll want to plan the full set\u2014handle, lock, cylinder (if needed), and any escutcheons\u2014so everything aligns both visually and mechanically.<\/p>\n<p><b>5) Flush Pulls and Recessed Handles (the space-saving specialist)<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Flush pulls sit within the door face, making them ideal where clearance is tight. If you\u2019re renovating with sliding doors, pocket doors, or wardrobe doors, this type can be the difference between something that works smoothly and something that constantly catches.<\/p>\n<p><b>Where flush pulls shine<\/b><\/p>\n<p>They\u2019re particularly useful in:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Pocket doors (where protruding hardware would prevent the door from sliding fully)<\/li>\n<li>Narrow corridors (where projecting levers feel like obstacles)<\/li>\n<li>Contemporary built-ins and closets (for a streamlined look)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>One common mistake is treating flush pulls as purely decorative. The depth, edge shape, and grip space matter. If the recess is too shallow or the edges are sharp, it\u2019ll look sleek but feel annoying every single day. Ask to see the handle in profile, not just from the front.<\/p>\n<p><b>The \u201cHidden\u201d Renovation Details Most People Miss<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Choosing a handle type is only half the decision. The other half is making sure the supporting components match your intent.<\/p>\n<p><b>Latches, backsets, and door thickness<\/b><\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re keeping existing doors, measure the current latch backset and ensure your new handles suit it. If you\u2019re buying new doors, confirm thickness early\u2014some handle fixings and spindles vary depending on door depth.<\/p>\n<p><b>Consistency across the house (without being boring)<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Uniformity doesn\u2019t mean identical hardware everywhere. It means a coherent family of choices: the same finish across hinges and handles, or the same handle style with different functions (privacy in bathrooms, lock on offices, latch elsewhere). That\u2019s what makes a renovation feel \u201cresolved.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><b>Final Thoughts: Choose for Hands, Not Just Eyes<\/b><\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s tempting to pick door hardware the way you pick paint\u2014based on how it looks in a photo. But handles are about touch and repetition. If possible, test a couple of options before committing: check the grip, the return spring, the weight, and how it feels with the door you\u2019re actually using.<\/p>\n<p>Get the type right first\u2014lever on plate, lever on rose, knob, pull, or flush\u2014and the finish becomes the final, satisfying layer. In a renovation full of big-ticket decisions, it\u2019s one of the smallest choices that you\u2019ll notice the most.<\/p>\n<div class=\"sws_supernormalaction\"><button on=\"tap:superwebshare-lightbox\" class=\"superwebshare_normal_button1 superwebshare-button-large superwebshare-button-default superwebshare_prompt superwebshare_button_svg\" style=\"color:#ffffff;background-color: #1e73be;\" ><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"superwebshare-svg\"  fill=\"currentColor\" viewBox=\"0 0 1000 1000\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"0\"><path stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" d=\"M789.86,323.67c91.79,0,164.25-72.46,164.25-164.25S881.64,0,789.86,0S625.6,72.46,625.6,164.25c0,4.83,0,14.49,0,24.15L306.76,371.98c-24.15-24.15-57.97-33.82-96.62-33.82c-91.79,0-164.25,72.46-164.25,164.25s72.46,164.25,164.25,164.25c38.65,0,72.46-14.49,96.62-33.82L625.6,821.26c0,9.66,0,14.49,0,19.32c0,86.96,72.46,159.42,159.42,159.42s159.42-72.46,159.42-159.42s-67.63-159.42-154.59-159.42c-33.82,0-67.63,9.66-96.62,33.82L374.4,526.57c0-9.66,0-19.32,0-24.15s0-14.49,0-24.15l318.84-188.41C717.39,314.01,751.21,323.67,789.86,323.67z\" \/><\/svg><span>Share<\/span><\/button><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>ShareDoor handles are easy to overlook until you\u2019re standing in a half-finished hallway, realising the \u201cquick decision\u201d you made doesn\u2019t match the doors, the locks, or the rest of the trim. 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