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Character-Defining Historic Hardware

Historic hardware is a character-defining feature!

I came across this beautiful door knob and plate in a building I am currently consulting on. The same hardware pattern appears throughout much of the building.

The hardware used in a historic house always reflects the time in which it was created. In early houses it might be hand-forged iron, elaborate cast bronze or brass in Victorian houses, or polished aluminum in a Mid-Century Modern house. Whatever it is, it is probably repairable (unlike modern hardware) and should be preserved. There are antique hardware dealers and restorers, many of whom will do work by mail.

Architectural salvage shops typically stock lots of historic hardware. Online auction sites can also be a great source to find what you need.

Hardware is covered in Chapter 17 of “Restoring Your Historic House, The Comprehensive Guide for Homeowners.” The 720 page award-winning and best-selling hardcover book is available in bookstores nationwide and from online retailers.

Signed and personalized copies are available directly from the author in the shop on this site, https://yourhistorichouse.com/shop/.

Bookstores can order copies from W.W. Norton.

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