While often overlooked, the finishes and styles of hardware, homeware, and lighting can completely transform the look, feel, and functionality of a space. Therefore, when planning a project, we advise considering your preferences as early as possible.
In this blog, we take you on the Ironmongery Journey, which highlights some of the most important considerations within any typical new build or renovation project.
1. Windows & External Doors
When carrying out a property renovation, external doors and windows need to be ordered several weeks in advance to fit the planned reveals or gaps left in the building frame. Many people don’t realise that you can choose your window and door hardware at this stage - you don’t have to settle for the limited choice of ironmongery that’s sometimes supplied as standard by the manufacturers. Selecting high-quality handles, hinges, and hardware is a great way to elevate your joinery and add a splash of personality.
If you’ve already fitted your external doors and windows don’t panic; it’s incredibly simple to retrofit new hardware at any time during your renovation journey. A coat of paint and some new hardware is a wonderful way to instantly refresh the look of your property.
2. Internal Doors
Internal doors can be made to order or purchased directly off the shelf. As with external windows and doors, accessorising your interior doors with the right paint, stain, and ironmongery can hugely impact the overall look and feel of a space.
A door knob, lever handle, or latch is usually the focal point of an internal door but it’s also important to think about matching accessories such as hinges, door stops, thumbturns, and escutcheons. Choose a style and finish that can be used for all door types, with matching accessories available.
Wardrobe, cupboard, and sliding doors should also be fitted with matching hardware if a sense of cohesion is desired. Our vast collection of ironmongery enables you to fit your entire property with matching hardware.
3. Kitchens & Cabinetry
Like external doors and windows, kitchens are usually ordered several weeks prior to fitting. Again, you’re not limited to the hardware that’s offered by your manufacturer; you can order your hardware separately and ask your joiner to fit it for you during installation. Kitchen hardware has a large visual and functional impact on the space, so the styles and finishes should be considered thoroughly.
Beyond initial fitting, your kitchen hardware can be changed at any time. A fresh coat of paint and some new ironmongery is a simple way to bring your kitchen back to life without having to undergo a full renovation.
4. Ancillaries & Accessories
Practical items such as curtain poles, shelf brackets, hooks, and door stops should be both aesthetically pleasing and high-quality. Select these items in a similar style and finish to your door, window, and cabinet hardware to create a sense of harmony throughout your home.
Items like hooks and shelf brackets can be fitted at any stage during your project and are a great way to organise your home whilst adding character and an overall feeling of quality. You can even experiment with multifunctional uses to add a touch of fun to your interior.
5. Lighting
Lighting is a fine balance between form and function. It should be given careful consideration from the very early stages home renovation or build project due to the massive impact that lighting can have on a space. From feature pendants to ceiling spot lights, wall lights, and cluster pendants, lighting design and location will dramatically change the ambience of a room.
Choose styles that are aesthetically pleasing and suit the functional requirements of your home. Opt for base materials the same as your ironmongery, and pendant colours that match accents in your home. This is easy to do with our pendant lights as each one is made-to-order and can be coated in a custom colour of your choosing. Click here to learn more about our Bespoke Service.
6. Home & Garden
The final stage is adding the finishing touches to your space. Invest in premium pieces that will add timeless authenticity to your home and last for generations to come. Also, think about periodically updating your home and garden accessories to transform the feel and functionality of your space.
For a truly high-end look, coordinate the styles and finishes of your home and garden accessories with your hardware and lighting.
By following the steps in this ironmongery journey, it’s easy to create a space that feels elegant and put-together.
