are brand-name products, which, in our view, are equivalent to a quality promise. Read through the next few pages to see what distinguishes our branded architectural fittings and the advantages they have to offer.
With so many finishes currently available in the architectural ironmongery marketplace, how do you know which is the best one to choose? Andy Matthews, head of sales at HOPPE (UK), explains the best finishes for different projects.
For people specifying architectural ironmongery, it is always a challenge to balance safety, security, and accessibility requirements with the desired design of the end user. At HOPPE (UK), we pride ourselves in designing and manufacturing hardware that helps you achieve both. There are lots of different finishes across the HOPPE and ARRONE ranges, so we’ve created this quick guide to help you establish the best finish for your project.
Refurbishment Works
During refurbishment programmes, it is not always cost-effective to rip out and replace all of the architectural ironmongery. Using a physical vapour deposition (PVD) finish allows you to coordinate new hardware with existing brass handles by providing a similar finish but with the added benefit of being more low maintenance.
PVD is scratch and corrosion resistant, making it an ideal choice for care homes and hospitals where the door hardware may be subject to significant use. The hardwearing properties of PVD also make it a more economical choice long term as handles will not have to be replaced as frequently.
Education Facilities
Nylon is a cost-effective, durable solution for all buildings within the education sector. It’s been in use for more than 30 years, so we know it is a reliable product that is easy to install and maintain.
Available in ten colours – red rouge, claret, cobalt blue, midnight blue, ebony black, viridian green, diamond white, anthracite grey, dove grey and golden yellow – that allows schools to create a bright and engaging décor for students. Accessories including door stops, hooks, finger plates, signage, pull handles, roses and escutcheons are also available in all ten colours, making it easy to create a cohesive feel throughout the building.
Residential
If matching door products is high on your priority list, then we’d recommend the new suited collection from ARRONE. The suited collection offers the choice of seven new finishes across selected handles, knockers, letters and numerals making it easy to source matching hardware for exterior doors.
The colours within the suited collection have been chosen to provide homeowners with high-quality door hardware with versatile design applications. In recent years there has been a revival of black and white ironmongery, while dark grey hardware continues to grow in popularity. Stainless-steel effect and polished chrome are great choices for a more contemporary door design, while polished brass is a favoured finish for homeowners who want to maintain a more traditional appearance.
Offices and Commercial Spaces
Aluminium is flexible, strong and corrosion resistant, making it the ideal building material. However, aluminium can still tarnish and oxidise over time if it does not receive additional treatment. One of the best ways to protect and enhance its appearance is by giving it an anodised finish.
HOPPE has been using anodised finishes for its aluminium door and window hardware for more than 35 years. The hardwearing layer created in the anodising process is fully integrated with the metal substrate, increasing its abrasion resistance, and helping the product to retain its appearance. No additional covering is applied, it simply creates a layer that is built up from the existing aluminium. These qualities are particularly useful in high traffic areas where the door hardware could be subject to lots of use.
HOPPE’s duranorm® range has internal door handles that offer an anodised finish. The Dubayy and Ibiza series all have a contemporary handle design to match a range of interiors. All three of these handle series are available in silver colour and polished chrome.
Coastal Properties
Ironmongery on properties located on the coast will be affected by marine corrosion, so low-quality hardware will fail very quickly in these areas. Corrosion doesn’t just affect the handle’s appearance; it can damage the internal workings of the handle, meaning the only option is to replace it which, depending on the type of door, could be costly.
HOPPE’s Atlanta handle range with the Resista® finish has been designed to ensure it can withstand the effects of weathering. Made from one of the metals with a strong resistance to corrosion, the new solid brass-based handles are suitable for all residential properties, even those in coastal areas. There’s no need for special cleaning measures, any dirt can be easily removed with just a damp cloth.
Technical Support
Experienced HOPPE and ARRONE product experts are on hand to help with any technical queries and provide specification support. For further information or for technical support, please contact the HOPPE (UK) sales office on 01902 484400.
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