How-To Guides

USEFUL TIPS FOR OUR PRODUCTS

A range of how-to guides to help you buy with confidence and care for your products. From selecting the correct size and finish, to fitting and maintenance. If you can’t find what you’re looking for or need a little extra help please get in touch!

cabinet fittings with authentic finishes cradled in hands
What is a ‘Living Finish’?
solid brass door pull on bright blue door
Choosing Front Door Furniture: Where To Start
a polished chrome cabinet catch side by side with a polished nickel cabinet catch
Polished Chrome Vs Polished Nickel
What’s the difference between Door Pulls and Door Knobs?
What’s the difference between Door Pulls and Door Knobs?
A person using a reeded ebony keyhole escutcheon
All About Escutcheons
Which Locks Do I Use on a Bathroom Door
Which Locks Do I Use on a Bathroom Door
A collection of brass ironmongery from Willow & Stone seen on a pale blue Victorian door surrounded by foliage
Understanding Brass
spindles and screws
Fittings - Screws, Bolts and Spindles
Fitting a spindle to a beehive door knob
Understanding Spindles
Large Brass Rim Lock with door knob
Rim or Mortice?
Butler Bell on blue panelling
Understanding Our Butler Bell
Rim lock with cottage bun door knobs, brass and nickel showing spindles
Learn About Cottage Bun Door Knobs