Glass: a design material for interior decoration
Glass door handles have become a popular trend in the furniture and decorative hardware industry.
Glass is a natural material made from sand, limestone and soda ash that is of great interest to architects and contemporary interior designers. It is very much present in our homes (window panes, conservatories, front doors fitted with thick glass, shower screens or any other glazed surfaces). Transparent, glass lets light through and thus plays an essential role in the comfort of our interiors.
Glass is also used to create decorative objects such as lamp bases, shelves, coffee tables or dining tables, and — more surprisingly — door handles or furniture handles with a very on-trend design!
Why choose a glass door handle?
The decorative hardware range offers a wide selection of elegant door handles and original designs, including the glass handle!
Why choose a glass door handle over a zamak handle (aluminium and zinc alloy), a white porcelain handle, a chrome brass handle or a stainless steel handle? Let us look at the many advantages of this natural material:
* Elegant aesthetic: a designer glass door handle adds a touch of elegance and modernity to your living room or bedroom entrance door. Its neutrality and versatility allow it to be adapted to a wide variety of interior decoration styles, from the most classic to the most futuristic.
* Ease of handle maintenance: glass is easy to clean and maintain, making it a practical choice for a door handle. Simply wipe the handle regularly with a soft cloth and soapy water to keep it clean and shiny.
* Handle durability: glass is a durable material that is resistant to scratches. It can withstand daily use without deteriorating. The frequency of opening interior doors such as the kitchen or bathroom door will have no impact on the shine and transparency of your interior handle.
* Compatibility with other materials: glass door handles are combined with a variety of other materials such as brass, bronze, wood or ceramic. This offers greater flexibility in the design and interior layout of your home or office. It also multiplies the possible finishes: the transparent glass lever is mounted on a chrome steel or gilt brass backplate. Frosted, opaque glass is often paired with raw bronze or matt nickel for a more rustic look.
Glass for every type of handle
Decorative hardware uses glass for a wide range of handle models to suit all types of opening:
* the lever handle on a backplate, which can be complemented with its escutcheon with lock
* the door knob for the modern kitchen, also available as furniture knobs
* the pull handle (also known as the bar handle) in glass for the swing doors of a luxury shop
* furniture knobs: glass is ideal for highlighting the vintage look of an antique wardrobe
* window handles or espagnolettes: you can complement your glass door handle with a window handle in the same finish for a perfect decorative result. Elegance will find its way to your windows and French doors!
The recessed glass handle for a sliding door is rarer to find than glass sliding doors — whether it is a pocket door or a surface-mounted one!
The locking escutcheons (with a key lock or privacy bolt closing system) that accompany glass handles are made from the same material as the backplate and fixings, namely polished brass, wrought iron, zamak or stainless steel. Positioned at the correct centre distance, their oval, rectangular or square shape and their finish (gold, black, chrome or nickel) enhance the decorative role of the handle.
Glass handles that are easy to install on your doors
The designers make fitting your interior door handle as straightforward as possible! No need to be a DIY expert or to have a full set of tools: all products are designed for simple installation — just a screwdriver is enough to disassemble and assemble the individual parts (backplate, spindle, escutcheon, lever, fixing screws).
Our Milla Handles shop offers the designer handle to suit every type of door (front doors, interior sliding doors, rustic wooden doors, modern glass doors or exterior doors such as garage doors). Discover our complete ranges that allow you to match the door handle with door knobs, drawer handles or window handles!
Come and visit us in our showroom and choose your next elegant classic handle or your futuristic handles to elevate your décor. Enjoy the incredible aesthetic of this functional item — a simple handle — to effortlessly and affordably give your interior a designer feel!