Door Handle Fixings — F1 to F21 Spec Reference for Timber, Metal & Glass | Ash Door Furniture
Fixings Reference · F1 → F21

Every fixing. Every door type.

43 fixing options across 8 methods — for timber, metal and glass doors. Diagrams, technical specs, and product codes.

F1.85 fixing diagram — back-to-back M12 spindle for timber or metal doors
F1.85 Timber/Metal · 35–54mm
F2 fixing diagram — glass door back-to-back with washers and ferrules
F2 Glass · 10–25mm
F8 fixing diagram — face-fix rose disc for 19/25mm pulls on timber or metal
F8 Face Fix · 50mm rose
F11 fixing diagram — rivnut block face fix for metal or timber
F11 Hidden Face Fix
F6 fixing diagram — back-to-back dome nut for timber or metal
F6 Dome Nut · Back-to-Back
F10 fixing diagram — M8 glass back-to-back with washers and ferrules
F10 Glass M8 · 10–25mm

What this page is

A working fixings reference for specifiers, architects and installers. Every fixing kit Ash supplies with a pull handle is catalogued here — from the F1 back-to-back spindle for timber doors to the F21.110 single-sided bolt for thick glass-clad metal assemblies.

The diagrams and product codes match those embedded in our handle spec sheets, our quotation paperwork, and the labels on the parts you'll receive in the box.

How to use it

1. Find your door type in the material grid below.
2. Pick the F-code that matches your door thickness.
3. Read the install method that fixing belongs to.
4. Request a fixings sample kit and we'll ship the exact pieces for your project to test before commitment.

Choose by door material

04 substrate categories

The 8 fixing methods

Verbatim from workshop install guide
01 Method

Bolt-Through Back-to-Back Pairs with Grub Screw

Substrate: Timber · Metal · Glass · Glass-clad metal
Product codes F1 · F2 · F9 · F10
F16 · F18 · F20
F1.85 fixing diagram — bolt-through back-to-back with grub screw

The mechanically strongest fixing in the catalogue. Default specification for high-traffic public doors that take handles on both sides — a threaded spindle ties the two handles together and the grub screw engages a machined slope to pull the interior handle flush.

Installation sequence
  1. Thread the Spindle (Exterior Handle): Screw the threaded fixing spindle directly into the designated fixing points on the exterior handle. Glass Doors: slide nylon washers over the spindles now.
  2. Insert Through Door (Alignment): Push the threaded spindles cleanly through the pre-drilled holes in the door face.
  3. Align the Slopes (Interior Handle): Offer up the interior handle. Line up its internal grub screw holes so they match the machined slope on the fixing spindle.
  4. Lock the Grub Screw (Final Fastening): Place the interior handle over the spindles. Use a 3mm Allen key to tighten the M6 grub screw firmly.

Note: When the grub screw engages the slope correctly, it mechanically pulls the handle tight and flush against the door face.

F1 variants — M12 spindle, timber/metal
F1.85
35–54mm
F1.85
F1.100
55–69mm
F1.100
F1.120
70–85mm
F1.120
F1.140
86–105mm
F1.140
F9 variants — M8 spindle, timber/metal
F9.85
35–54mm
F9.85
F9.100
55–69mm
F9.100
F9.120
70–85mm
F9.120
F9.140
86–105mm
F9.140
F18 / F20 variants — glass-clad metal
F18.100
55–69mm (M12)
F18.100
F18.120
70–85mm (M12)
F18.120
F18.140
86–105mm (M12)
F18.140
F20.100
55–69mm (M8)
F20.100
F20.120
70–85mm (M8)
F20.120
F20.140
86–105mm (M8)
F20.140
02 Method

Single-Sided Bolt-Through Countersunk Machine Screw

Substrate: Timber · Metal · Designed for use with push plates
Product codes F3 · F3A
F3.70 fixing diagram — single-sided countersunk machine screw

Used where the door takes a handle on one side only and a clean countersunk machine screw can be presented from the back. Fast to install on timber and metal doors that can be drilled through cleanly. Pairs naturally with our push plates on the reverse face.

Installation sequence
  1. Insert Screws: Push the countersunk machine screws through the holes from the opposite side of the door.
  2. Hand Thread: Align the handle on the door face and turn the screws by hand into the handle's threaded fixing points to avoid cross-threading.
  3. Tighten Home: Use an Allen key or screwdriver to tighten down the countersunk screws until the handle is firmly secured.
F3 / F3A variants — countersunk machine screw
F3.70
35–55mm (M12)
F3.70
F3.90
56–75mm (M12)
F3.90
F3.110
76–95mm (M12)
F3.110
F3A.70
35–55mm (M8)
F3A.70
F3A.90
56–75mm (M8)
F3A.90
F3A.110
76–95mm (M8)
F3A.110
03 Method

Single-Sided Bolt-Through with Decorative Cap

Substrate: Glass · Timber · Metal · Glass-clad metal
Product codes F2A · F5 · F6A · F7A
F9A · F10A · F19 · F21
F2A fixing diagram — single-sided bolt-through with decorative cap on glass

The standard fixing for glass shopfront and retail doors taking a single-sided pull. A decorative cap on the back of the door conceals the bolt and presents a clean reverse face — available in finishes that match the handle. Glass installations always ship with nylon washers.

Installation sequence
  1. Align & Insert: Push the fixing bolt through the door from the back and line it up with the fixing points on the handle.
  2. Glass Doors: Place a nylon washer between the handle/fixing block and the glass door face.
  3. Tension: Insert a 3mm Allen key into the tension hole of the decorative cap assembly and tighten the bolt thoroughly for a completely rigid connection.
F5 / F9A variants — smooth-headed bolt timber/metal
F5.70
35–55mm (M12)
F5.70
F5.90
56–75mm (M12)
F5.90
F5.110
76–95mm (M12)
F5.110
F9A.70
35–55mm (M8)
F9A.70
F9A.90
56–75mm (M8)
F9A.90
F9A.110
76–95mm (M8)
F9A.110
F19 / F21 variants — glass-clad metal single-sided
F19.70
35–55mm (M12)
F19.70
F19.90
56–75mm (M12)
F19.90
F19.110
76–95mm (M12)
F19.110
F21.70
35–55mm (M8)
F21.70
F21.90
56–75mm (M8)
F21.90
F21.110
76–95mm (M8)
F21.110
04 Method

Single-Sided Hidden Fix in Rebate

Substrate: Metal doors where glazing rebate can be removed
Product codes F4 · F4A
F4 fixing diagram — metal door glazing rebate M12 hidden fix
Critical · Install Before Glazing

These handles must be fully installed prior to the glazing of the doors. Once the rebate is closed up by the frame, access to the fixing is no longer possible.

Used on framed glass doors and concealed-panic-bar aluminium styles where no fixing must be visible from either face. The bolt is concealed inside the glazing rebate and accessed during construction. A portion of the glazing rebate area is removed prior to installation.

Installation sequence
  1. Access Drill Path: Create an access hole in the side of the glazing rebate to push the machine bolt through and align it with your hole centres.
  2. Secure Fix: Insert the bolt through the rebate hole into the handle's fixing point. Use a 13mm or 17mm spanner to tighten the fixing securely.
F4 / F4A variants — metal door glazing rebate
F4
M12 bolt · 12.5mm hole
F4
F4A
M8 bolt · 8.5mm hole
F4A
05 Method

Single-Sided Hidden Face Fix — F11 Block System

Substrate: Metal · Timber · split sub-procedures below
Product codes F11 · F11A
F11 fixing diagram — rivnut block face fix for metal or timber

Our hidden face fix for installations where the back of the door must read completely clean. The F11 block is fastened to the door face first; the handle then slides over the blocks and locks down via grub screws. Substrate determines whether the block is secured with a rivnut (metal) or wood screw (timber).

For Metal Doors
Installation sequence
  1. Drill Centres: Drill a 9mm hole at the designated fixing centres on the door face.
  2. Install Rivnut: Insert the M6 rivnut into the drilled hole and compress firmly using a rivnut tool.
  3. Mount Block: Use the M6 machine screw to fasten the F11 fixing block securely.
  4. Secure Handle: Place the handle over the mounted F11 blocks. Use a 3mm Allen key to tighten the grub screws — the handle draws itself tightly against the door face.
For Timber Doors
Installation sequence
  1. Mount Block: Use a heavy-duty timber wood screw to fasten the F11 fixing blocks directly to the door face.
  2. Secure Handle: Slide the handle over the F11 blocks and use a 3mm Allen key to tighten the grub screws until the handle pulls flush.
06 Method

Back-to-Back Bolt-Through with Dome Nuts

Substrate: Timber · Metal · Glass (ASH122 handles)
Product codes F6 · F7
F6 fixing diagram — back-to-back bolt-through with dome nuts

An alternative back-to-back fix where the dome nut becomes part of the decorative reveal. Specified on hospitality and retail fit-outs where a softer aesthetic is wanted on the reverse face. F7 is the glass-door variant with protective pads and sleeves.

Installation sequence
  1. Insert Spindle: Push the threaded spindle through the pre-drilled holes in the door.
  2. Position Handles: Place handles over the protruding threaded spindle on both sides.
  3. Glass Doors: Glazing pads between hardware and glass.
  4. Tighten Dome Nuts: Thread dome nuts onto spindle ends and crank evenly with a 13mm spanner.
07 Method

Single-Sided Bolt-Through with Dome Nuts

Substrate: Timber · Metal · Glass
Product codes F6A · F7A
F6A fixing diagram — single-sided bolt-through with dome nut

Single-sided variant for doors with a handle on one face only. The threaded spindle includes an integrated decorative bolt on the back; the handle locks onto the front via dome nuts. F7A is the glass-door variant supplied with protective pad and sleeve.

Installation sequence
  1. Insert Assembly: Feed the threaded spindle (with integrated decorative cap) through the holes from the back of the door.
  2. Offer Handle: Position the single-sided handle over the protruding spindle on the face.
  3. Lock Down: Use a 13mm spanner to tighten the dome nuts down securely.
08 Method

Single-Sided Rose Disc Fix

Substrate: Timber/Metal · 19mm and 25mm dia. pulls only
Product code F8
F8 fixing diagram — face fixing 50mm rose with concealed cover cap

Surface-fix to timber or aluminium doors where the back face is inaccessible or must not be drilled. Inner and outer cover rose conceals the fixing disc. Designed for 19mm and 25mm diameter pull handles only. Not recommended on fire-rated leaves without checking the door manufacturer's certification.

Installation sequence
  1. Component Prep: Slide the decorative cover cap loosely over the handle neck first.
  2. Assemble Disc: Use the M8 countersunk bolt to screw the fixing disc securely to the base of the handle.
  3. Mount to Door: Position the assembly and use timber screws to fasten directly to the door face.
  4. Conceal Fixings: Push the decorative cover cap down firmly over the fixing disc to cleanly hide all screws.

F-code index — complete reference

43 codes · alphabetised F1.85 → F21.110
F-code Door thickness Fixing method Substrate Hole prep
F1.8535–54mmMethod 1 · Back-to-back M12 spindle + grub screwTimber / Metal12.5mm
F1.10055–69mmMethod 1 · Back-to-back M12 spindle + grub screwTimber / Metal12.5mm
F1.12070–85mmMethod 1 · Back-to-back M12 spindle + grub screwTimber / Metal12.5mm
F1.14086–105mmMethod 1 · Back-to-back M12 spindle + grub screwTimber / Metal12.5mm
F210–25mmMethod 1 · Back-to-back, washers + sleevesGlass18mm
F2A10–25mmMethod 3 · Single-sided, decorative smooth-headed boltGlass18mm
F3.7035–55mmMethod 2 · Countersunk M12 machine screwTimber / Metal12.5mm CSK
F3.9056–75mmMethod 2 · Countersunk M12 machine screwTimber / Metal12.5mm CSK
F3.11076–95mmMethod 2 · Countersunk M12 machine screwTimber / Metal12.5mm CSK
F3A.7035–55mmMethod 2 · Countersunk M8 machine screwTimber / Metal8.5mm CSK
F3A.9056–75mmMethod 2 · Countersunk M8 machine screwTimber / Metal8.5mm CSK
F3A.11076–95mmMethod 2 · Countersunk M8 machine screwTimber / Metal8.5mm CSK
F4Glazing rebateMethod 4 · Hidden fix in rebate, M12 bolt + washerMetal12.5mm
F4AGlazing rebateMethod 4 · Hidden fix in rebate, M8 bolt + washerMetal8.5mm
F5.7035–55mmMethod 3 · Single-sided smooth-headed bolt (M12)Timber / Metal12.5mm
F5.9056–75mmMethod 3 · Single-sided smooth-headed bolt (M12)Timber / Metal12.5mm
F5.11076–95mmMethod 3 · Single-sided smooth-headed bolt (M12)Timber / Metal12.5mm
F6Specify at orderMethod 6 · Back-to-back threaded stud + dome nutsTimber / Metal8.5mm
F6ASpecify at orderM3/M7 · Single-sided stud + dome nut + smooth boltTimber / Metal8.5mm
F710–25mmMethod 6 · Back-to-back stud + dome nuts, pads/sleevesGlass12mm
F7A10–25mmM3/M7 · Single-sided stud + dome nut, pads/sleevesGlass12mm
F819/25mm pulls onlyMethod 8 · Face-fix rose disc with cover capTimber / MetalSurface screw
F9.8535–54mmMethod 1 · Back-to-back M8 spindle + grub screwTimber / Metal8.5mm
F9.10055–69mmMethod 1 · Back-to-back M8 spindle + grub screwTimber / Metal8.5mm
F9.12070–85mmMethod 1 · Back-to-back M8 spindle + grub screwTimber / Metal8.5mm
F9.14086–105mmMethod 1 · Back-to-back M8 spindle + grub screwTimber / Metal8.5mm
F9A.7035–55mmMethod 3 · Single-sided M8 smooth-headed boltTimber / Metal8.5mm
F9A.9056–75mmMethod 3 · Single-sided M8 smooth-headed boltTimber / Metal8.5mm
F9A.11076–95mmMethod 3 · Single-sided M8 smooth-headed boltTimber / Metal8.5mm
F1010–25mmMethod 1 · Back-to-back M8 spindle, washers/sleevesGlass12mm
F10A10–25mmMethod 3 · Single-sided smooth-headed bolt, washers/sleevesGlass12mm
F11n/a (face fix)Method 5 · Hidden face fix block + rivnut/CSK screwTimber / Metal9.5mm
F11An/a (face fix)Method 5 · Hidden face fix block variant + rivnut/CSKTimber / Metal9.5mm
F1610–25mmMethod 1 · Back-to-back M12, 19mm T-bar onlyGlass18mm
F18.10055–69mmMethod 1 · Back-to-back M12 spindle, glass-cladGlass-clad metal12.5 / 18mm
F18.12070–85mmMethod 1 · Back-to-back M12 spindle, glass-cladGlass-clad metal12.5 / 18mm
F18.14086–105mmMethod 1 · Back-to-back M12 spindle, glass-cladGlass-clad metal12.5 / 18mm
F19.7035–55mmMethod 3 · Single-sided M12 smooth-headed boltGlass-clad metal12.5 / 18mm
F19.9056–75mmMethod 3 · Single-sided M12 smooth-headed boltGlass-clad metal12.5 / 18mm
F19.11076–95mmMethod 3 · Single-sided M12 smooth-headed boltGlass-clad metal12.5 / 18mm
F20.10055–69mmMethod 1 · Back-to-back M8 spindle, glass-cladGlass-clad metal8.5 / 12.5mm
F20.12070–85mmMethod 1 · Back-to-back M8 spindle, glass-cladGlass-clad metal8.5 / 12.5mm
F20.14086–105mmMethod 1 · Back-to-back M8 spindle, glass-cladGlass-clad metal8.5 / 12.5mm
F21.7035–55mmMethod 3 · Single-sided M8 smooth-headed boltGlass-clad metal12.5 / 18mm
F21.9056–75mmMethod 3 · Single-sided M8 smooth-headed boltGlass-clad metal12.5 / 18mm
F21.11076–95mmMethod 3 · Single-sided M8 smooth-headed boltGlass-clad metal12.5 / 18mm (+2mm in glass)

Specifier FAQ

05 common technical questions
Q.01
Which fixing for a glass shopfront door?
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For a single-sided pull on a toughened glass shopfront door (10–25mm), specify F2A or F10A — Method 3 single-sided bolt-through with a decorative smooth-headed cap. For back-to-back pulls, specify F2 (M12) or F10 (M8) under Method 1. Both ship with nylon washers and protective sleeves to prevent point loading. For 19mm T-bar handles on glass, specify F16.

Q.02
Are Ash fixings suitable for fire doors?
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Yes — through-fixings preserve the rated integrity of the door assembly. Specify Methods 1, 2 or 6 (F1, F3, F3A, F6, F9) for FD30 and FD60 cores. Avoid the F8 rose disc surface-fix on rated leaves without explicit confirmation from the door manufacturer's certification. Send us your door schedule with the fire strategy and we'll confirm the correct fixing before manufacture.

Q.03
Do you supply glazing pads with glass-door handle fixings?
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Yes. Nylon washers, plastic ferrules and glazing pads are supplied as standard with every fixing kit destined for a glass-door installation — F2, F2A, F7, F7A, F10, F10A, F16. They sit between every metal component and the glass face to absorb load and prevent the bolt or fixing block from making point contact with the glass. If your project drawings flag glass substrate, the correct pads are already in the box.

Q.04
Can I order a fixings sample kit?
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Yes — we routinely ship sample fixings to specifiers and contractors for installation trials before commitment. Send us the F-codes you want to test (or the door schedule and we'll select for you) via the contact page. Sample kits typically include the spindle/bolt, washers, sleeves, decorative caps and Allen key required to dry-fit on a test panel.

Q.05
What's the difference between F2 and F2A?
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Both are M12 fixings for 10–25mm toughened glass doors and both ship with the same washer and sleeve set to protect the glass. F2 is back-to-back — two handles connected by a threaded spindle with the interior handle locked via a grub screw (Method 1). F2A is single-sided — one handle on the face, fixed with a decorative smooth-headed bolt that finishes the reverse cleanly (Method 3). Choose F2 when handles are needed both sides; F2A when the back of the door takes a push plate, panic bar or no hardware at all.

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