Selecting A Door Knocker

If you are considering a new door knocker for your existing or new door, here are some selection tips.

Firstly think about the style and period of door. If you have an original door or one made in the style of an original, you need to think about what would suit for the period. Animal head knockers are a popular choice and these have been popular for hundreds of years. Many different types of animal head can be purchased and these castings give a grand look. One of the most popular would be the Lion's head. If you have an old planked style door you may want to consider something hand forged in iron such as a ring style door knocker. An Art Deco door will require an Art Deco style door knocker often in shiny nickel or chrome.

Think also about the size of your door knocker. This should be driven by the door size. We suggest making a scale paper cut out and you can stick this on the door to see if you are happy with it. If you have a panelled door, you need to consider the panel widths. Normally door knockers are positioned on the central panel fairly high up the door, so you need to make sure the backplate of the knocker fits the panel. If you have a thin panel the Doctor’s Knocker is a popular choice. For large oversized doors we do have some extra large door knockers.

The style of your other door furniture will also be a consideration. If you have quite plain door knobs and letter plate you may want a more smooth finish on the knocker, equally the detailed casting of an animal head can also look good. 

The Choice of Finish is normally guided by your other items of door furniture. If you have not selected them, you need to think about the period of the door and also consider the colour. We have lots of Pinterest boards which show all sorts of finishes on many colours of door.

We help this helps you to make the right choice.

Vicki Bale

Managing Director

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