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Explore a range of traditional fixtures and fittings for doors, including escutcheons, ball catches, door bolts, and magnetic catches. Learn about their functionality and decorative appeal in adding style and security to your doors. Discover how these small yet essential pieces can enhance the overall look and performance of your door furniture. From the elegance of escutcheons to the practicality of door bolts and magnetic catches, elevate your interior design with these classic door accessories.
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Locks Traditional Fixtures & Fittings J. Byrne 2013
J. Byrne 2013 Fixtures & Fittings
J. Byrne 2013 • Escutcheons • An escutcheon An escutcheon is a small decorative metal plate used to surround a keyhole cut in timber. Most escutcheons are pinned to the surface, but there are also small unobtrusive recessed versions.
J. Byrne 2013 • Ball Catch • This catch comprises a spring loaded steel ball trapped in a cylindrical brass case that is inserted in the edge of a cupboard door. When the door is closed the ball springs into a recess in a metal striker plate screwed to the carcase.
J. Byrne 2013 • Door Bolt • On a twin door cupboard, one door is often fitted with a pair of neat surface mounted or flush bolts and the other with a lock or catch.
J. Byrne 2013 • Magnetic Catch • Small-encased magnets are screwed to the inside of a carcase side panel or located in a hole drilled in its edge. The magnet attracts a flat metal striker plate fixed to the cupboard door.