Floor Mounted Door StopIf you have a solid concrete floor or wood flooring, installing a floor mounted door stop is essential. These devices are small enough to be installed without disturbing your floor's surface. You can also install a floor mounted door stop over a standard door hinge to prevent
READ MOREire-rated openings are used to compartmentalize a building or space to prevent the spread of flame, smoke and toxic gases. The 2019 edition of NFPA 80, Standard for Fire Doors and Other Opening Protectives, establishes the criteria that fire-rated doors and frames must meet. NFPA 80 requires side hi
READ MOREModern door chain locks add security in a similar way to a bolt. However, they allow a door to be opened to approximately 150 mm and still keep it securely fastened. The occupant can check a caller’s identity before fully opening the door.A ‘door guard’ provides very good security and is more robust
READ MOREA Door Hinge Stopper is a device that rests on the swing arm of a door, and will prevent it from opening. These devices can be found in many different styles and materials. Most will feature a bumper on the end of each swing arm. They can vary in appearance, from looking like a half-moon to resembli
READ MOREThere is considerable scope for growth in the global architectural hardware market over the next five years, and this growth is predicted to be mainly driven by the economic development of developing countries and increasing infrastructural investments. Various government initiatives have been initi
READ MOREIf you're looking for a safe and secure way to lock your door, consider a cylinder lock. Its patented design features pin tumblers that are part of the locking mechanism. The pins are divided into pairs, with the shaft ensuring they stay in their correct position. Without the correct key, half of th
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