Stop door slamming and protect your walls in style!
Discreet but essential, the door stop protects walls and skirting boards from repeated impacts from door handles. Whether wall-mounted, no-drill or magnetic, the door stop adapts to every type of door (hinged, sliding, French door…).
Whether you are looking for an anodised aluminium exterior door stop, a zamak door stop or a black rubber door stop, you will find the finish to suit your needs. Some models are self-adhesive, others require screwing or floor fixing with wall plugs and screws. Discover the Milla Poignées range!
What is a door stop used for?
A door buffer, also known as a door stop, prevents the door from banging against the wall, skirting board or a piece of furniture. It stops the movement before the handle damages the surface. It reduces slamming noise and protects hinged, sliding or cupboard doors from wear.
Some versions, such as the magnetic door stop, combine door arresting and temporary locking thanks to a built-in magnet. These small accessories reduce wear, secure passageways and contribute to everyday comfort, particularly in locations fitted with heavy doors, glazed doors or security doors.
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The different types of door stops
Decorative hardware offers a wide range of door stops, suited to every use, finish and fixing type. Whether it is a wall-mounted, floor-mounted, magnetic or spring model, each door stop has specific characteristics to effectively stop your doors.
* Wall-mounted door stop: To be screwed or glued, it is placed directly against the wall. Some models in chrome, brass, stainless steel, or white plastic blend discreetly into the décor.
* Floor door stop: To be fixed to the floor with wall plugs and screws, it cushions the opening of a heavy or glazed door. It can be made of zamak (aluminium and zinc alloy), beech, aluminium or PVC, with a rubber tip for better grip.
* Magnetic door stop: It holds the door in place via a magnetic system between the base and the handle. Very practical for keeping a door open without any visible accessory.
* Spring door stop: Often made of steel or polyamide, it cushions the impact with a rebound effect thanks to its elastomer or nylon spring.
The door stop, a decorative accessory
The door stop is not limited to its technical function as a buffer: it is also a decorative element.
Available in satin, lacquered, polished chrome or gloss finishes, it complements your designer door handles, skirting boards and floor coverings. Some coloured models such as gold-coloured door stops or anthracite-coloured door stops add style to your room.
Textured door stops (wood, stainless steel, oak, galvanised steel) can echo the style of your storage unit, window or sliding door.
A wall door stop greatly contributes to the aesthetic look of your décor, becoming a design feature in its own right in a hallway, bedroom or contemporary bathroom.
Installing a door stop: how to do it?
Installation varies depending on the model:
* An inexpensive wall-mounted door stop is fitted with screws and wall plugs on the wall at the point where the handle comes to a stop.
* A floor door stop requires floor fixing: drill with a drill or power tool, insert the wall plugs, then screw in the base.
* A no-drill door stop (self-adhesive) is to be stuck onto a clean floor.
Make sure to check the correct centre spacing, the presence of a skirting board and the weatherproofing if you are fitting it on an exterior door.
The ideal height for fitting a wall-mounted door stop depends primarily on the position of the door handle. In general:
* For a wall-mounted door stop, it is installed at the same height as the handle, approximately 90 to 105 cm from the floor. This allows it to absorb the impact of the handle against the wall.
* For a floor door stop, the question of height does not arise: it is placed directly on the floor, at the point where the door comes to a stop (usually a few centimetres from the wall or a piece of furniture).
In all cases, the door stop must be aligned with the contact area of the door to effectively protect the skirting board, wall or furniture from repeated impacts.
Where to use a door stop?
Door stops can be used on all interior or exterior joinery:
In the hallway, to prevent a wooden or aluminium door from damaging a piece of furniture or a partition.
In the bathroom, with a self-adhesive or stainless steel door stop to withstand moisture.
In cupboards or bedroom doors, to prevent the handle from knocking.
In passageways, to hold doors open during draughts or prevent them from slamming.
Do not hesitate to fit a stop on your exterior doors to protect the façade or exterior wall from repeated impacts caused by the door opening, especially if it is exposed to the wind, which will extend the service life of the hinges, pivots or handles. For exterior use, opt for stainless steel or anodised aluminium floor door stops that are weather-resistant.
Installing a door stop, whether interior or exterior, is a simple action that protects your walls, handles and joinery on a daily basis. Discreet but essential, the door stop combines protection, comfort and sometimes even a decorative touch depending on the model chosen. Our practical guide to choosing the ideal door stops for your home will help you make the right choice for each room and door type.