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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.

There are tons and tons of options when it comes to choosing a knob or lever for your entry door, but sometimes your door has special needs, which limits the options a little. An example would be an entry door with a screen or storm door and a regular old standard door knob or lever won't work because it may protrude out too far. You need a special knob lever that doesn't stick out too far because the space is tight and limited.

One of the most common questions we get about door hardware has something to do with if we can get their locks keyed alike.

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.

Over time, metal door knobs can become tarnished from the elements and frequent use. Many find that their brass door knobs lose their shine as they patina. Patina can be quite beautiful, but not so much for door knobs. While stainless steel knobs only need a good cleaning to look new again, brass knobs take a bit more effort for a complete restoration. For this reason, we'll focus on restoring dull brass door knobs to look great again.

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.

Sliding barn doors have surged in popularity, adding a rustic charm to countless homes. Their stylish look paired with their enhanced functionality makes them perfect for closets, pantries, or home offices. However, guaranteeing a seamless

There are so many Emtek Levers out there and if you think of all the rosette options just one lever has, holy cow... it could get overwhelming. But that's one of the many great things of Emtek! You get to make the hardware match your own personal style. With all the options, it make it easy to find that idea you had in your head.

Whether you are building a new kitchen or renovating an existing one, eventually it will be time to choose the hardware for your cabinets. With so many types of pulls and knobs to choose from, it can be difficult to decide on a style for your home. Among the wide selection of pulls and knobs available, ring pulls and pull bars can be incredibly popular in any home but choosing between them can be tough. We want you to be able to make an informed decision on how to choose between ring pulls and pull bars.

It's interesting (if you get the chance) to learn how a lock works.

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.

You may have heard of interconnected locks before, also known as emergency egress locks. These special handlesets are designed to easily unlock the door. Basically it's a lock where the deadbolt and knob (or lever) latch are linked with a device called and interconnect device.

Emtek now has little door knobs to fit 3/4" door prep, with 2 great looking styles.

What is the history of door knobs?

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.

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.

What is a door closer?

With so many different styles of cabinet pulls, there are tons of different uses for them outside of your household cabinetry! When you're in the mood for some DIY crafting, cabinet pulls can be used to create some very unique and convenient items

When shopping for commercial door hardware there are a lot of functions available to accommodate all kinds of commercial applications. And it may be easier for you to shop this way, knowing what functions does what.

Deadbolts are a must have to securely lock any exterior door.