Glass Door Handles
Commercial Pull Handles for Glass Doors
Our range of glass door handles and pull handles for glass doors is designed for commercial and architectural applications. Whether you are specifying handles for glass doors in offices, retail or internal partitions, we offer durable, UK-manufactured solutions in a range of sizes and finishes.
Glass door handles designed for commercial environments, including offices, retail entrances and glazed partitions. Manufactured in the UK with custom sizing, multiple finishes and fixing options for glass doors.
Unlike traditional timber doors, glass doors require specialised handle fixings that securely attach the handle through the glass panel without damaging the door.
Glass door handles are typically installed as pull handles or back-to-back handles, allowing the door to be opened from either side while maintaining a clean and professional appearance. They are widely used in: offices, retail shops, restaurants, commercial buildings, aluminium shopfront doors & internal glass partitions.
UK Manufactured
Bespoke Sizes Available
Suitable for Commercial Projects
Handles for Glass Doors: What Are Your Options?
When selecting handles for glass doors, the most common option is a pull handle, typically installed as a back-to-back pair on either side of the glass.
Unlike timber doors, glass panels cannot support screw-fixed handles. Instead, glass door handles are designed to be securely fixed through the glass using specialist fixings.
The main options include:
Back-to-back pull handles
Single-sided glass door handles
Full-height pull handles for large doors
These solutions are widely used across commercial projects where durability and clean design are essential.
Glass Door Pull Handles (Back-to-Back & Bolt-Through Fixings)
Glass door pull handles are the standard solution for most glass doors, particularly in commercial settings.
They are typically installed as:
Back-to-back handles (both sides of the door)
Bolt-through fixings for strength and stability
This ensures the handle is securely mounted without placing stress on the glass. Pull handles for glass doors are commonly specified for offices, retail entrances and internal glazed partitions. If you are specifying single-sided handles, our F5 fixing with a decorative cap provides a high-quality option
How Are Glass Door Handles Fixed? (Hole Sizes & Installation)
Glass door handles are fixed using bolt-through fixings that pass through pre-drilled holes in the glass.
Most glass door handles require a hole size of approximately 18mm diameter, allowing the fixing bolt to pass through the glass safely and securely.
Key considerations include:
Glass thickness
Hole size and spacing
Back-to-back vs single-sided installation
For more detail, see our guide to door handle fixings for glass doors. Our F2 or F2A are suitable for glass door pull handles.
Stainless Steel, Aluminium or Brass Glass Door Handles – Which is Best?
Glass door handles are available in a range of materials depending on the application:
Stainless Steel Glass Door Handles
Most common for commercial use
Corrosion-resistant and durable
Ideal for high-traffic environments
Aluminium Glass Door Handles
Lightweight and cost-effective
Suitable for internal applications
Range of anodised colours available
Brass Glass Door Handles
Premium appearance
Often used in retail or hospitality settings
Timeless appearance
What Size Glass Door Handle Do You Need? (400mm–1200mm & Bespoke Options)
Choosing the right glass door handle size depends on the door type and application.
Typical sizes include:
400mm to 1200mm pull handles - Handles like our Cranked D (ASH103), Straight T-Bar (ASH121) or our Offset T-Bar (ASH123)
Long glass door handles for feature entrances - Handles like our Straight D with Mitres (ASH106) or our Offset T-Bar (ASH123) work well.
Full-height handles for large glass doors - At Ash Door Furniture, you can customise your overruns, or add a third fixing point to keep a 25mm or 32mm diameter, which is also DDA compliant.
We also manufacture bespoke glass door handles, allowing you to specify:
Custom lengths
Non-standard fixing centres
Project-specific dimensions
Commercial Glass Door Handles for Offices, Retail & High-Traffic Areas
Our glass door handles are designed for commercial use across a wide range of environments:
Office buildings and meeting rooms
Retail shopfronts
Hotels and hospitality settings
Internal glass partitions
For high-traffic applications, stainless steel glass door handles are typically recommended due to their strength and durability. You can also specify a specific Ral colour to complement the framework, or other aspects of the setting. We do many different colours, including Ral 9005, Ral 7016 and our popular bronze powder coat range.
Bespoke Glass Door Handles – UK Manufacturing & Custom Options
As a UK manufacturer, we supply bespoke glass door handles tailored to your project requirements.
We can provide:
Custom sizes and diameters
Special finishes
Matching hardware across projects
Technical support for specification
If you require custom glass door handles in the UK, our team can support both small and large-scale projects.
Glass Door Handles vs Timber Door Handles
Although glass and timber doors may appear similar, the types of handles and fixing methods used for each door material are very different. Choosing the correct handle ensures the door operates safely and that the hardware is properly secured.
Glass Door Handles
Glass doors require specialised hardware because the material cannot be drilled or screwed into in the same way as timber. Most glass doors are manufactured with
pre-drilled holes, allowing handles to be installed using bolt-through fixings.
Common characteristics of glass door handles include:
usually installed as pull handles or back-to-back handles
fixed using bolt-through fixings that pass through the glass
commonly manufactured from stainless steel or aluminium
frequently used on commercial entrances, office partitions and shopfront doors
Glass door handles are designed to distribute pressure evenly across the glass panel while providing a strong and secure fixing.
Timber Door Handles
Timber doors allow a wider variety of handle types because the handle can be screwed directly into the door surface or internal structure.
Common handle types used on timber doors include:
lever handles on backplates or roses
pull handles
door knobs
mortice lock handles
These handles are typically installed using wood screws or bolt-through fixings depending on the door thickness and handle design.
Timber door handles are commonly used in:
residential properties
offices
hotels
internal commercial doors
FAQ for Glass Pull Door Handles
What handles are used on glass doors?
Pull handles and back-to-back handles are the most common handle types used on glass doors because they can be securely fixed through the glass panel.
Can you install handles on glass doors?
Yes, handles can be installed on glass doors using bolt-through fixings that pass through pre-drilled holes in the glass.
What size pull handle should be used on a glass door?
Most glass doors use pull handles between 400mm and 1200mm depending on the door size and application.
What size holes do I need to drill for my handles?
We provide two fixing kit options for handles installed on glass doors, or F2 - for back to back pairs of handles and our F2A for single side fixed handles.
The hole for these to be prepared in the door is 18mm diameter.