Door levers or door knobs? The never-ending debate!
Feb' 22
Have you ever thought about how many times you open and close doors each day?
There is a wide range of doorknobs and levers to choose from and each one will have its pros and cons. It is important when choosing your door hardware that it suits your décor, the personality of your home, personal needs, and functionality. The overall style of your home can sometimes determine whether doorknobs or levers are best suited, and vice versa. To help you along your way, Gainsborough has put together a list of advantages and drawbacks.
Which one to choose? The choice is yours….
Knobs
Traditional in appearance our internal and external doorknobs are suitable for many rooms throughout your home.
THE ADVANTAGES
- Doorknobs play a part in keeping your home secure and enhancing the interior of your home.
- They have been around longer than door levers, so tend to lean towards a more traditional style home.
- Doorknobs can look great and give an instant lift to both old and newer doors.
- When fitting your doorknobs, it needs to be set back further into the door than a lever.
- Unlike door levers, you are less likely to catch your clothes on doorknobs.
- As doorknobs are generally round, it can make it harder for small children and pets to open doors.
- Doorknobs can be used in older homes where the doors are fitted with surface mounted rim locks.
- Doorknobs have many functions, Passage, Privacy, Dummy and Entrance Sets.
- There are many designs to choose from as well as sizes that allows you to find a doorknob that complement your door.
THE DRAWBACKS
- Doorknobs don’t have as much grip as lever handles. This might make it harder for children, people with physical disabilities or the elderly to use the door.
- Doorknobs can be difficult to use if you have damp or wet hands. This could also result in the doorknobs becoming dirty.
Levers
Door levers are generally associated with more modern and contemporary homes. They can be used on the internal doors of your home and external doors such as patios and front doors. Door handles are available in a wide variety of designs and finishes.
THE ADVANTAGES
- Door levers have more grip than doorknobs and are generally easier to use, particularly for the elderly.
- When you have your hands full, you can use your elbow to open the door.
- There are more door lever designs in comparison to knobs, allowing you to choose from a wider variety of styles that will suit your preference.
THE DRAWBACKS
- Door levers generally require more maintenance than doorknobs.
- A door lever can’t match the authenticity of a doorknob.
- Loose clothing may get caught on door levers.
- If you have you young inquisitive children or clever pets at home, it will be easier for them to open door by depressing the lever than by twisting a door knob.
Gainsborough has a variety of affordable door hardware when it comes to knobs and levers. They are available in a variety of designs and finishes to suit your home. Take a look at our range and you’ll see why we should be your first choice.
