How Do You Adjust a Door?
Posted by DDH Staff on 11/5/2024 to
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When it starts to get cooler outside during this time of year my front door is such a huge pain to open and close.
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Different Styles of Entry Door Handlesets
Posted by DDH Staff on 10/15/2024 to
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When it comes to choosing the right handleset for your door, understanding the different styles is pretty important. After all, styles of handlesets aren’t just about aesthetics; they also play an important role in security and functionality. In this post, we’ll cover each option and share our recommendations for how to pair each handleset with the right door style, whether that be the type of wood, the color, or the architectural style of the door.
Rediscovering History Through Old Door Hardware Hinges and Locks
Posted by DDH Staff on 9/10/2024 to
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On vacation to the west coast this past week we (my husband and I) found a lot of old and interesting historical sites to look at.
Keying Alike Instructions for Door Knobs
Posted by DDH Staff on 8/20/2024 to
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One of the most common questions we get about door hardware has something to do with if we can get their locks keyed alike.
What To Do If Your Key Won’t Turn
Posted by DDH Staff on 8/10/2024 to
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We've had customers ask us from time to time what might be wrong with their door lock if the key won't come out of the cylinder after trying to unlock the door.
How to Install a Doorknob Latch
Posted by DDH Staff on 7/17/2024 to
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Installing a door knob latch is no big deal, If you have the right tools. And you may find that door latches come in various styles, such as a latch with an attached mortise plate, or the drive in tubular latch. I think the latch with attached mortise plate is usually what would come standard with any door (square or round corners - you can request either), and this style is more secure because it will hold the latch securely with screws. The drive in latch has no screws and relies on the snug fit of the latch and the cross bore hole of the door.
How Do Locks Work?
Posted by DDH Staff on 6/5/2024 to
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It's interesting (if you get the chance) to learn how a lock works.
Tips to Help With Ordering Door Hardware
Posted by DDH Staff on 5/29/2024 to
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We do our best to be available to answer questions for our customers by phone which is why we post our phone number visibly at the top of every page on our website.
5 Project Ideas Using Door Hardware
Posted by Jake on 3/22/2024 to
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With so many activities cancelled, some of us have a little extra time on our hands at home. Now is a great time to get some of those little projects done you've always wanted to do. Here are a few project ideas from Direct Door Hardware.
Why You Should Caulk Around Your Front Door
Posted by DDH Staff on 2/22/2024 to
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There are several reasons why you should caulk around your front door.
The Best Side Plates from Emtek
Posted by DDH Staff on 12/21/2023 to
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We did already introduce the side plates on this blog before, but it wasn't in great detail like I am about to do here in this post.
Door Hardware with Microban Antimicrobial Protection
Posted by DDH Staff on 12/1/2023 to
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Stop Microbes at the door with Kwikset Microban technology.
Mortise Lock Installation and Brand Options
Posted by DDH Staff on 10/25/2023 to
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Mortise locks we have said before are a quite a bit different than a standard tubular latch style lock that are most commonly found on residential doors.
Our Recommendation for Door Reinforcers
Posted by DDH Staff on 10/20/2023 to
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Don-Jo offers high quality hardware products and have a goal to provide a wide range of products, such as replacement strikes, latch protectors, security strikes, filler plates, scar plates, door stops, door pulls, push/pull plates, kickplates and wrap around door reinforcers (which we offer on our site).
Your Guide to Hardware and Hinges for Café Doors
Posted by DDH Staff on 9/25/2023 to
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I just recently found out that double acting hinge doors (or saloon doors) are most often referred to as cafe doors.
A Look At Vikingsholm’s Unique Door Hardware
Posted by Josh on 5/11/2023 to
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This summer for our family vacation we went to beautiful Lake Tahoe and had a great time with the kids. On one day we went over to tour a cool old castle called Vikingsholm at Emerald Bay which is on the southwest shore of the lake.
Finding Door Hardware For A Small Bore Hole
Posted by DDH Staff on 4/27/2023 to
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A common request we get around our shop is for door knobs or levers made for the small 1-1/2 or 1-5/8" bore hole.
How To Choose Knobs For Closet Doors
Posted by DDH Staff on 4/20/2023 to
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You need door knobs for closet doors in a hallway, but these doors don't necessarily need a knob on the interior, right? Closet doors are typically done in two different ways.
Can You Mix Brands of Door Hardware?
Posted by DDH Staff on 10/18/2022 to
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We recommend sticking with the same brand when ordering hardware for a few reasons.