Hardware Needed For Your New York or New Jersey MyHome Renovation

Hardware as a Designing Term
The term “hardware” might be a misleading because it often refers to general hardware, such as tools and other merchandise that laypeople might imagine would be hanging on the shelf in their local New York City hardware store.

In this section, however, the hardware to which we’re referring consists of two types of products:
1. Handles for cabinetry, such as knobs or pulls; and
2. Lock sets for interior/exterior doors.

Pulls, Knobs, & Levers Are The Detail In Your Design
Like the garnish on your plate at a five star restaurant or the cherry on your NY cheesecake, the hardware that adorns your renovation project can provide just the right contour and texture to turn your space from adequate to sublime. However, since these are small, relatively inexpensive items, hardware accessories often become a low priority, getting shuttled to the end of your project.

Knobs and Pulls Give The Final Touch and Sparkle
True, knobs and pulls may not require as careful planning as room layout and cabinetry work does, but it’s important not to underestimate the significant impact it can have on your room’s overall appearance. Whether you’re renovating a kitchen or building exquisite new cabinets to house your entertainment system, the right hardware accessories can often give your project that extra sparkle that transforms your space into a true sanctuary, providing years of added enjoyment for you and your entire family.

Hardware Assistance From MyHome
As always, your MyHome Remodeling Consultant will assist you with your selection, making sure your hardware is properly incorporated into the design. At MyHome you will find a great selection of all types of cabinet handles, including modern stainless steel or aluminum finishes and more traditional finishes such as copper, gold, and oil- robbed bronze. Most of our clients find exactly what they’re looking for in our showroom, but we can always special-order for you if nothing catches your eye.

Lockset Choices To Secure Your Home
Before you’ve decided on the style, it’s also important to make a decision on the lockset that fits your needs. With today’s technology at your disposal there are many options that vary in terms of security, sophistication and design.

Some important questions to ask might be: Where will the lock be placed? What level of security is necessary?

While you might want a traditional non-locking cylindrical passage set for your hallways and entertainment rooms, you might consider a cylindrical privacy lockset, which locks from the inside, for your bathroom or master bedroom. Additionally, you might consider a mortise entrance lockset with a deadbolt for the entrance to your home.

Because the gamut is so large in style and technology, selecting the right lockset can be highly difficult for laypeople and usually requires a professional consultation. Please ask our Remodeling Consultants at our showroom to show you the many styles and types available.

Our MyHome Remodeling Consultants are completely familiar with all of the devices and are at your disposal to discuss which lockset options would be right for you. Whether you’re worried about fire hazards in your New York City Apartment or you’re looking to improve the security on your entire office, MyHome is well schooled in matching your needs with the entire spectrum of available products.

Locksets Basics: Getting Started
Because we are dedicated to consumer education, we have included some information that will better equip you to discuss your lockset options with our Remodeling Consultants. We believe that an educated consumer is ultimately happier with the project because they understand the level of skill and preparation required to bring it to life.

Mortise Versus Cylindrical Locksets
There are two basic designs for locksets: the cylindrical and mortise. At first glance, these two basic designs might seem similar in function but nothing can be further from the truth.

A mortise lockset fits deeply in a narrow slot inserted at the edge of the door, while cylindrical locksets are the ones with which most consumers are familiar. Anyone who’s ever seen those pre-drilled holes in a door might be familiar with this type. Basically cylindrical locksets offer easy installation and affordability, while mortise locksets provide added security and longevity, sometimes lasting the entire life of your home or Manhattan apartment.

For the most part, the kind of set you use will depend on whether you’re working with an interior or exterior door. For example residences usually only need a mortise set on the front door for display as well as added security to keep out potential intruders.

Exterior doors can take both cylindrical or mortise locksets, while interior doors usually have a cylindrical lockset operated with a push button. However, some older, pre-war New Jersey and Westchester homes may have interior mortise locksets.

Cylindrical Locksets
Exterior cylindrical locksets can be operated with a key in the exterior knob, while the interior knob can be manipulated with a push button or turn grommet. The two most common sizes for residences are sizes are 2 3/8 inch and 2 3/4 inch.

Like their name, both the knob and the locking mechanism inside are round. Easy to install with simple drilling, our MyHome contractors can take care of this for you very quickly.

Offering a wide selection of durability and selection, these locksets are divided into three categories: residential, light commercial, and heavy duty. They rarely ever use a deadbolt lock.

Contact us today and visit one of our fully stocked showrooms to view our entire line of cylindrical locksets. Whether you just want to purchase the product and install it yourself, or you want one of our contractors to perform the installation for you the expertise of our entire staff is just a phone call or email away.

Mortise Locksets
Mortise locksets are often found in solid brass and are more complex in that they incorporate a deadbolt and sometimes a latch into the design of the entire locking mechanism. For maximum security, be sure your exterior doors contain deadbolts with at least a 1-inch "throw.” Often constructed with a latch and deadbolt system, these designs also allow for fire safety and are easy to unlock from the inside if you request it.

Mortise sets are by far more lavish and thus expensive. They come in a variety of styles including the knobs, pulls, and levers we mentioned beforehand. Usually one key opens both the latch and the deadbolt, but there are designs that allow you to turn the key in different directions to open the lock—for more intense security measures.

Installation requires a high level of expertise in both lock design and carpentry work that MyHome’s well-trained professionals will be more than happy to provide. Most professionals advise that laypeople not take on self-installation with mortise locksets because of the level of skill involved in this process, so please allow our team to assist you on every aspect of your project. A lock that doesn’t work could compromise both your privacy and safety, and MyHome wants to ensure that both of these crucial elements are integrated into your remodeling project. elements are integrated into your remodeling project.

Contact us now for your Free Consultation and we will send someone to your home to give you a price estimate as well as advice on which kind of mortise set fits your needs. While security is an issue, some customers You can also visit one of our three showrooms in Manhattan, New Jersey, or Westchester and get a look at our complete stock of products.