If you’re decorating, planning a renovation or simply want to lift the look of your home quickly and simply, then you need architectural hardware.

Architectural hardware refers to all those bits and bobs which we often don’t put much thought into when decorating, such as door furniture, knobs, knockers and window casements.

When you’re decorating then architectural hardware should always be part of the finishing touches that you think about as making the wrong choice can alter and even completely spoil the look of your home.

Similarly when you’re renovating or even creating a new build then your architectural hardware is very important. In the last century many people chose to rip out original features in homes in favour of a more modern equivalent. This meant that in many older homes a great deal of the character was lost.

Choosing the right architectural hardware, which can include door furniture and window fittings, can be essential for getting the look of a period home right and really reintroducing the character.

Although some people may choose to opt for genuine antique architectural decorative hardware when renovating a home, this is often not the best option.

There are a few reasons for this. When you are sourcing antiques it’s not always easy to find matching items, so although you may find the perfect door handle if it does not match the other door handles it just won’t look right.

When you choose reproduction you  can find exactly what you need and ensure that all your door furniture and other architectural hardware will match.

Antiques can often be very expensive even though the fact that they were made a long time ago means that they have been weakened over time. Although old style manufacturing was good, today’s modern techniques mean that when you choose reproduction you know that you are choosing items that will last.

In addition, when you decide to go for reproduction you can decide what finish your architectural hardware has. You’ll be able to choose from a matte black iron like finish, silver, brass, pewter or even gold. Whatever your tastes and your budget you can choose the finish that’s ideal for you.

So if you are decorating or renovating then make sure you think just as carefully about your architectural hardware as you do about the rest of your decor as the small details are what can really make or break a home.