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Norman Doors

Have you ever come across a door that appears confusing, or difficult to use? We call these Norman doors, named after (and not by) design guru Don Norman, author of the book ‘The Design of Everyday Things.’ The name is … Continue reading

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What are the Types of Door Handle?

What are the types of door handle? There are three main types of door handles which we will be looking at, as well as some other handles which are not as commonly used. Lever Handles A lever handle is one … Continue reading

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Pull Handles – Meeting Regulations

When buying and fitting pull handles, many people do not realise that there are regulations which should be met, to comply with the disability act. Specifically, BS8300. BS8300 BS8300 is a British code of practice which sets out the requirements … Continue reading

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Fixing heights for pull handles to meet BS8300:2009

The original BS8300 described the principles for door furniture.  Although the intention was for guidance and demonstration purposes only, in reality many specifiers and manufacturers alike have been unwilling to stray beyond the dimensions and shapes actually shown.  Consequently pull handles … Continue reading

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1500mm long guardsman “T” pull handles in stock now – due to popular demand!

All our pull handles are extremely popular, but we’ve brought the largest ones (1500mm overall length x 1200mm centres x 32mm diameter bar) in Brushed Stainless Steel into the stock range as they are more and more being ordered for … Continue reading

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What is a “back-to-back” pull handle?

When pull handles are needed on both sides of a door – for example a double action door which swings both ways – back-to-back pull handles are purchased in sets.  The bolts pass through the door and fix into the … Continue reading

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