For 30 years we have manufactured the finest luxury brass cabinet, and door hardware, from our Devon factory, in the UK and where possible we source our brass from Europe. All our hardware is designed in-house from start to finish, made-to-order, and then hand finished by a team of talented artisans. Brass is the base and provides a resilient backbone for our designs, allowing us to freely build unique shapes and grip designs.
Brass has been used in the manufacture of door handles for centuries, attesting to its durability and usability. We employ many methods of manufacturing including, milling, turning, extruding, hot stamping and forging to name a few. We only use unlacquered brass to apply these different processes are applied depending on what we are trying to achieve. To assess why we have chosen brass, it is important to know what the alloy is all about. Brass is comprised of copper and zinc, it is non-ferrous (meaning it will not rust) so can be used inside or out, and when applying various methods, it will provide an extensive range of coloured finishes. Alternative metals used for hardware, such as bronze or stainless steal, have limited finish capabilities or options.
For us solid brass hardware is a must, trying to decide between a living finish and a lacquered finish for your door or furniture hardware, can be a challenge. A living finish will give you a look that develops over time and with use, whereas a lacquered finish will remain the same. Un-lacquered brass is raw brass that is purposefully left un-sealed to allow for natural oxidation to take place.
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