Brushed Nickel Door Handles

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Buildmat supplies brushed nickel door handles, door handlesets and matching door hardware to renovators, builders and homeowners. Whether you're after a passage set for a hallway door or a full entrance set for front door handles, you can filter by function or format to narrow things down. Shop brushed nickel handles by function Passage door handles - no lock, just a latch; these internal door handles suit hallways, laundries and doors that don't need privacy Privacy door handles - includes a privacy lock; suits bathrooms and bedrooms Entrance sets - a full keyed lock set for external and front doors Dummy door handles - fixed, non-functioning handle for the inactive side of double doors or decorative use Flush pull handles - sits flush with the door face, the standard choice for sliding door handles and cavity sliders Cabinet pull handles - including appliance pulls for kitchen and laundry cabinetry What to consider before you buy a brushed nickel door handle Lever vs knob vs knurled Lever handles are the most common format and suit most internal doors. A door knob gives a more traditional look and still works well on passage and privacy functions. A knurled finish adds a textured grip - mainly a style choice, but it does give a better hold with wet or soapy hands, which matters on a bathroom door. Solid brass vs zinc alloy Solid brass handles hold their finish and feel more substantial over time, which matters most on a front door or high-traffic internal door. Zinc alloy is lighter and more affordable, and performs well on lower-traffic doors like wardrobes and laundries. PVD coating PVD-coated brushed nickel resists scratching and tarnishing significantly better than standard plated finishes, which is worth checking if the handle is going on an exterior or high-use door. Matching door handles the rest of the house If you're handling multiple doors in a renovation, stick to one brand and range for the whole job. Finish names vary between manufacturers - a brushed