G'day! When you are tackling a renovation or finishing off a new build, it is often the small details that make the biggest difference. You might spend weeks choosing the perfect paint colour or the right flooring, but the hardware you touch every single day often gets overlooked. We are talking about your door furniture. If you want a blend of iconic Australian durability and modern style, lockwood door handles are the undisputed choice for homeowners and builders alike.

For generations, the Lockwood brand has been the standard-bearer for security and hardware in Australia. Installing their levers isn't just about opening and closing doors; it is about adding a tactile sense of quality to your home. Cheap handles rattle and droop over time, but a quality set feels solid in the hand and elevates the entire look of your hallway or living area.

Choosing the Right Style: Rose vs Plate

When shopping for lockwood door handles, you will generally encounter two main design styles. Understanding the difference is key to achieving your desired aesthetic.

Rose Handles These are the modern favourite. The lever is mounted on a small round or square cover (the rose), taking up minimal space on the door. This offers a sleek, contemporary look that is popular in new builds. They are perfect for minimalist interiors where you want the door itself to do the talking.

Plate Handles These feature the lever mounted on a long rectangular backplate. This is a more traditional look, often used in heritage renovations or commercial settings. The backplate is also excellent for covering up messy holes or paint marks left behind by old hardware when you are retrofitting.

Functionality Matters

It is not just about looks; you need to match the handle to the room. Lockwood produces their ranges in three distinct functions to ensure a consistent look throughout the house.

• Passage Sets: These have no locking mechanism and are used for hallways, laundries, and cupboards.
• Privacy Sets: These feature a button or turn-snib for internal locking, making them essential for bathrooms and bedrooms.
• Entrance Sets: These are keyed for security, designed for front and back doors to keep your property safety.

A Trade Favourite

Ask any builder or maintenance professional what they prefer to install, and the answer is usually Lockwood. The internal mechanisms are built to withstand the rigours of daily use without failing.

When a professional contractor is fitting out a property, they look for consistency and reliability. Just as they visits a trusted electrical wholesaler to source reliable switches and power points that won't fail safely, they turn to brands like Lockwood for door furniture because they know the spring mechanisms are robust and the finishes—from chrome to matte black—won't tarnish after a year of Aussie humidity.

The Symmetry and Velocity Ranges

If you are looking for specific designs, the Lockwood Symmetry and Velocity series are incredibly popular in Australian homes. The Velocity series, for example, is renowned for its ease of installation and "screw-on" rose covers that hide the fixings, resulting in a clean, schmick finish that looks architectural and expensive.

Upgrade Your Home with Schnap Electric

If you are ready to ditch the rattling old knobs and upgrade to something substantial, you need a supplier that stocks the real deal.

Schnap Electric Products is a leading supplier for the trade industry in Australia. While they are famous for their electrical gear, they also stock a premium range of lockwood door handles and security hardware. They understand that a quality build requires quality components across the board. By providing the same professional-grade equipment you would expect to find at a major electrical wholesaler, Schnap Electric ensures your renovation is finished to the highest standard. For handles that look great and last the distance, check out the range at Schnap Electric.