An original handle — the key to a successful décor
Choosing an original door handle is the ideal solution for easily adding a touch of style and design to your interior. Thanks to the wide range of decorative hardware products available on the market, it is now possible to find an atypical handle that instantly adds chic and elegance to your designer interior, or that makes it easy to give a fresh look to a piece of furniture or a plain front door.
What makes a handle original?
A simple door handle or furniture handle can turn out to be an excellent style booster! Imagine a strawberry red handle on the kitchen door or a diamond-encrusted handle for the bathroom door? Many products offer original decorative solutions at affordable prices!
The original shapes of door handles
The shape of the handle is undoubtedly the first thing to catch the eye; the design of the lever, the size of the escutcheon plate — or even its complete absence for an ultra-slim look — as well as the unusual shapes of the roses (oval, square or rectangular rose…) will all spark interest. A round handle won't have the same decorative effect as an oval or elongated handle!
The dimensions of the lever contribute to the originality of the handle. The lever may be elongated or short, curved, domed, twisted or wave-shaped. The latch is sometimes crafted in the shape of a leaf or a dolphin's back. Atypical shapes play a major role in the design effect produced by the handle.
Unusual materials for contemporary handles
Designers are not limited to ceramic, white porcelain, wrought iron, stainless steel or aluminium, and sometimes resort to surprising materials for their modern interior handles! Have you heard of the cement handle or the polycarbonate handle (also known as nylon)? Originality is guaranteed with the zamak handle (a zinc and aluminium alloy) in the shape of a silver serpent! Polished brass and solid bronze add authenticity to the atypical shapes of the handles.
The play of materials also creates the originality of the handle: stainless steel mixed with wood, or stainless steel combined with bold colours, are the keys to a personalised decoration!
Don't hesitate to play with the contrast of materials between the handle and the door: an aged gold brass handle fitted on a white lacquered door, or a matt black door knob on a solid wood door, will create original effects.
The finish of an original handle
The wide palette of finishes caters to the creativity of interior designers! Classic finishes such as matt black, white lacquer, nickel or brown sit alongside apple green, rust patina, pumpkin orange and translucent crystal! Each colour is available in a lacquered or satin version… Discover our range of multicoloured door handles in bold and original shades, or our collection dedicated to the textured handle!
The type of handle is sometimes original
The traditional handle on a longitudinal aged bronze backplate can be just as original as the handle on a concealed rose! A square black button knob will make a statement on a kitchen furniture drawer. The bâton de maréchal has found a new lease of life: this pull handle, in its crystal and satin bronze finish, is very original on the swing doors of a luxury boutique. The child's bedroom sliding door will be completely transformed with a lemon yellow flush pull handle!
Door handles can also have special functionalities. Handles for sliding doors and wardrobe doors require door knobs or handles, while pocket sliding doors require a flush pull handle with a finger pull to open the door more easily. Choosing an original door handle can also be useful for people with reduced mobility. Door handles compliant with disabled access regulations must be installed to make doors more accessible to people with disabilities.
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The originality of our handles goes hand in hand with security!
While the choice of hardware is an aesthetic one, it must also be functional. It is essential to choose a strong and durable door handle. All our original and elegant handles offer guarantees in terms of solidity and safety. Materials such as stainless steel, solid brass or zamak are durable and can withstand daily wear and tear. Remember to complement your interior door handle with a bathroom privacy bolt or a rose with key-function lock for your bedroom or office.
Original door handles can also be used to complement existing furnishings and add a touch of design to a contemporary décor. Furniture knobs, French door handles and kitchen handles can accentuate interior decoration. Finally, choosing an original door handle can add value to a house or apartment. Installing a decorative fitting will have a positive effect on the overall appearance of the property. Just a few turns of a screwdriver to assemble the individual parts is all it takes to dress up your designer door. In summary, the choices of door handles are numerous and varied. It is important to choose the door handle that suits your taste and that is durable and functional. By adding a touch of design to your interior decoration, an original door handle can easily modernise your home and add a touch of style.
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