Antique Brass Door Knobs

Choosing antique brass door knobs

Before ordering, check whether the door uses a standard mortice latch, bathroom lock or rim lock. Most antique brass door knobs are designed for mortice fittings, but some traditional styles may also be available in rim lock versions.

Antique Brass is a good choice where you want a darker, aged brass appearance from the start. It suits Victorian-style interiors, cottages and traditional internal doors, especially where the surrounding hardware has a softer aged finish.

The finish can vary slightly because of the way antique brass is produced. On frequently handled items, raised areas may also become lighter over time through normal use. This is often described as a living finish.

If finish consistency is important across a larger project, especially when ordering in stages, compare Antique Brass with Aged Brass Door Knobs before making your final choice.

Helpful antique brass door knob guides

For more detailed advice, see our supporting guides:

• Antique Brass Door Knobs Explained
• Door Knobs Explained: The Complete Guide
• How to Choose Door Knobs
• Choosing Door Knobs for a Victorian House
• What Are Beehive Door Knobs?

Matching antique brass door knobs with other hardware

Antique brass door knobs can be paired with keyhole escutcheons, bathroom turns, door stops, hinges and traditional locks. Exact finish matches can vary where products are made from different base materials or supplied by different manufacturers, so a small difference in tone should be expected.

For many period interiors, this slight variation is not a problem. Hinges and lock forends sit away from the door knob, while escutcheons and turns are the most visible co-ordinating pieces on the face of the door.