What is the Difference Between Commercial and Residential Door Hardware?
Posted by DDH Staff on 2/11/2026 to
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The difference between Commercial and Residential door hardware comes down to grade or quality and better grade means you can pretty much use it more without it breaking on you.
Why Your Door Hinges Are Leaving Black Dust
Posted by DDH Staff on 1/28/2026 to
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Dust caused by hinges is common with residential duty hinges and is caused by the pieces of metal rubbing against each other.
Why Sliding Barn Doors Are a Game-Changer for Small Spaces
Posted by DDH Staff on 12/9/2025 to
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Small spaces can be tricky. Whether it’s a cozy bathroom, a narrow laundry room, or a tight closet, traditional swinging doors often steal precious square footage. That’s where barn doors come in—they slide neatly along the wall,
Builder Door Hardware: A Guide for Homeowners and Contractors
Posted by DDH Staff on 11/18/2025 to
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If you’ve ever shopped for door knobs, lever sets, or hinges, you’ve probably come across the term builder door hardware. And if you’re not totally sure what that means, don’t worry. You’re definitely not alone. Builder door hardware is one of
The Best Locks for Daycare Centers
Posted by DDH Staff on 10/7/2025 to
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When updating or replacing door hardware in a children's day care center, it can be a challenge finding the right balance between safety and convenience. Something secure, yet easy to operate is essential.
Your Guide to Commercial Door Hardware Accessories
Posted by Jake Lott on 9/30/2025 to
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We offer door hardware for all types of structures. We don't just specialize in home doors. Look at our commercial leverset by Schlage
How to Choose the Best Exterior Door Hardware for Your Home
Posted by DDH Staff on 9/23/2025 to
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It's important to feel safe and secure when it comes to an exterior/entry door. I don't think anyone would feel comfortable installing a regular door knob with no type of lock on an exterior door, I guess unless you live out in the middle of nowhere and I am guessing that probably means you leave your keys in your car too.
Finding the Right Hardware for Interior French Doors
Posted by DDH Staff on 9/16/2025 to
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It can be so confusing to know what to order for a set of french doors. And it's true, it can be a little tricky if you aren't familiar with all the different functions and such. French doors on the inside of your house will have a door that's fixed and the other operable.
Replacing a Broken Door Knob
Posted by DDH Staff on 9/9/2025 to
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Your Guide to Replacing a Broken Door Knob
We’ve all been there. You go to open the door, give the knob a twist, and… nothing. Maybe it’s wobbly, maybe it’s completely stuck, or maybe it’s come off in your hand
Why Do Similar-Looking Door Knobs Have Such Different Prices?
Posted by DDH Staff on 8/26/2025 to
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A great question! I know that may be a little confusing. There are quit a few different door knobs, lever handles and other door hardware that look very similar but are from different brands and some brands may be more expensive than others.
Best Hardware for Airbnb and Vacation Rental Properties
Posted by DDH Staff on 8/12/2025 to
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Running an Airbnb or vacation rental is no small feat—you’re part host, part housekeeper, part security guard, and part interior designer. Between juggling bookings and flipping bedsheets, the last thing you want to worry about is
Wrap-Around Door Reinforcers: What You Need to Know
Posted by DDH Staff on 8/5/2025 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).
Tips for Choosing Door Knobs for Closets
Posted by DDH Staff on 7/28/2025 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.
