“If you’re trying to make your old home look new, doorknobs are one way to do it,” says designer Barbara Schmidt. “It’s not nearly as costly as painting everything.” Switching out doorknobs can be a ...

Welcome to Further Details, a series dedicated to ubiquitous but overlooked elements hidden on your favorite products. This week: the reason why so many doorknobs are made of brass. Few things are ...

I've always found vintage hardware fascinating because it adds character and history to any space. Whether it's on doors, ...

The formal simplicity of Sebastian Herkner’s new door handles for Italian brand Ento conceals a deeper story. Featuring smooth forms and a soft curve, the handle design, Herkner explains, is inspired ...

Brass door knobs and house numbers have been stolen from front doors in Wednesbury by metal thieves. Nine door knobs were taken overnight. Brass door knobs and house numbers have been stolen from ...

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Q: I’m in the process of changing the brass-finished door hardware in my home to brushed nickel. I’ve replaced the handles but would like to refinish the hinges, which are steel underneath. Can I ...