Commercial Door Hardware for Architects: Architectural Ironmongery Guide
Commercial Door Hardware for Architects
Architectural door hardware plays an important role in the design, durability, and accessibility of modern buildings. From commercial office developments to hospitality projects, specifying the correct door furniture ensures both functional performance and visual consistency.
At Ash Door Furniture, we manufacture British-made architectural ironmongery designed specifically for commercial and specification projects. Our range includes pull door handles, push plates, vision panels, and bespoke door furniture used across retail, hospitality, office, and public buildings throughout the UK.
Specification Support for Architects
Support for Architects & Specifiers
When specifying architectural door hardware for commercial buildings, architects often require detailed information and technical support.
Ash Door Furniture provides:
Custom sizes and bespoke hardware
CAD drawings for specification
Finish samples for approval
Technical advice for fixing methods
Hardware suitable for high-traffic commercial environments
Our products are used by architects, shopfitters, contractors, and developers across the UK.
Accessibility & Compliance
Door furniture used in commercial buildings must meet accessibility and safety requirements.
Our pull handles are designed to support specification requirements including:
BS8300 accessibility guidance
Approved Document M
Durable materials suitable for high-traffic commercial environments
Typical handle diameters range from 19mm–35mm, providing a comfortable grip and meeting common accessibility recommendations.
Specifier Resources
Specifier Resources
Architects and specifiers often need technical guidance when selecting door hardware.
These guides help ensure the correct installation and specification for commercial doors.
Premium Handles for Contemporary, Commercial & Heritage Projects
At Ash Door Furniture & Entrance Specialists, we provide high-quality architectural pull door handles designed for commercial, residential, and heritage buildings.
Our handles combine modern aesthetics, durability, and compliance, making them the perfect choice for architectural projects requiring both functionality and visual appeal.
Explore our full range of stainless steel pull door handles
Bespoke Architectural Hardware
Many commercial projects require custom door hardware to match the design of a building.
At Ash Door Furniture we manufacture bespoke pull handles and architectural hardware including:
custom handle lengths
specialist finishes
engraved branding
unique handle shapes
All products are manufactured in our Nottingham workshop, allowing us to deliver tailored hardware solutions for architectural projects.