Antique Hardware Resources Links
Why Should You Lubricate Your Screws?
Professional woodworkers lubricate their screws. Lubricating your screws prevents accidents, makes installation easier on the hands, and makes the job go faster!
Becasue of this we offer our earth and product friendly called Lube-N-Screw. This product is a blend of organic waxes and oils that are safe for wood and humans.
Here is a quick user video:
https://youtube.com/shorts/u--lwrHsjk8
Here is where you can purchase it:
https://knobsandhandlespc.com/online-store/ols/products/lube-n-screw
"For an easier and successful project, predrill your holes and lubricate your screws!"
Installing Antique Dummy Door Knobs on Hollow Core Doors
This VIDEO is designed for those who want to install fixed dummy door knobs onto hollow core doors. The video covers the crucial components and typical dimensions of a hollow core door providing what you need for a successful hollow space installation!
Antique Dummy Door Knob Installation Video
This is the primary online VIDEO for guiding you through the simple process of installing antique dummy door knobs onto doors. With plenty of woodworkers tips and handy tricks, this video will guide you along the funfilled path of successful antique hardware installation.
French Door Antique Dummy Knob Installation
YouTube Channel - Knobs & Handles
This is the Knobs & Handles YouTube Channel. In this channel you can find a variety of Restoration Shop, Storefront and Tech video updates, as well as Knob Guy Reviews of historic pieces and designs of antique American door hardware.
https://www.youtube.com/@KNOBSANDHANDLES
Eastlake Hardware - Online Hardware Inventory
We have two online shops you can purchase products from:
The first is right here: https://knobsandhandlespc.com/online-store
The second is our Etsy shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/EastlakeHardware
The inventories are typically separated and so visit both sites to see all that we have at the moment. We post new product most every day so keep watching for cool new stuff!
The door knobs in these shops were typically manufactured between 1860 and 1940.
American Door Hardware in 1885
Here is What Happened to American Hardware in 1885.
https://knobsandhandlespc.com/f/what-happened-in-the-america-of-1885
What are the Style Names of Antique Wooden Door Knobs?
Wooden door knobs used to be relatively common in the 1800's and they actually had a variety of shapes...and here are the actual names!!
https://knobsandhandlespc.com/f/what-are-the-actual-style-names-of-antique-wood-door-knobs
Restoration Services - Antique Door Hardware
Knobs & Handles provides restoration services for projects that utilize old American door hardware. Whether metal, glass, wood or porcelain, we can help you. Contact us for information or quote request.
Antique Hardware Screw Head Color
The type, style and color of your screw heads is super important. Check out photos and examples of screw colors and aesthetic concepts of mounting antique door hardware.