Hardware for New Build Homes

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Specifying hardware for a new build

A new build home is a blank canvas, with no existing holes, finishes or styles to match, which makes it easier to specify hardware consistently throughout the whole house. It also means every door usually needs the same decisions made at once, across a large number of doors and rooms.

Choosing a consistent finish

Satin brass and black are currently the two most requested finishes for new build homes, giving a clean, contemporary look that suits most modern interiors. Choosing one finish and specifying it throughout the house, on handles, hinges and any visible fixings, gives the most coherent result. See our full Hardware Finishes Guide.

Fire door requirements

New build homes increasingly include certified fire doors as standard, particularly on doors leading to integral garages, kitchens, and in any home with more than two storeys. Hardware fitted to these doors needs to be certified as part of the fire door set, not simply chosen to match on looks. See our Fire Door Ironmongery Explained guide.

Ordering efficiently for a whole house

• Order a small surplus – a spare handle or two per finish covers any fitting issues and gives you a matching spare for the future
• Standardise where you can – using the same handle style and spindle size throughout reduces the risk of ordering mistakes on a multi-door project
• Separate internal and external specifications – external doors need higher security locking and weather-resistant fixings, while internal doors can generally use a simpler latch and lever specification

Locks and security

New build front and back doors are usually fitted with a multi-point locking system rather than a traditional sashlock, giving multiple locking points along the door edge. See our Multi-Point Locks guide.

Related guides

See our Door Handle Buying Guide and Black vs Satin Brass Door Handles guides, or browse our Door Furniture range.

Frequently asked questions

What is the most popular hardware finish for new build homes?

Satin brass and black are currently the two most requested finishes for new build homes, both giving a clean, contemporary look that suits most modern interior schemes.

Do all doors in a new build need fire door hardware?

Not necessarily all doors, but certified fire doors are increasingly standard for doors leading to integral garages, kitchens, and in homes over two storeys. Check your specific building regulations requirements.

Should I order extra handles when specifying a whole house?

Yes, ordering a small surplus, a spare handle or two per finish, is worth doing, as it covers fitting mistakes and gives you a matching spare in case a handle is damaged later.

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