Door Knocker Information Guide

Door knockers are the perfect way to introduce style and character right to your entrance. Create a warm welcome home each day with our huge variety of front door knockers. Each piece is made using the very best of materials, all traditionally cast and finished by hand. 

 Choose from something characterful or sophisticated, traditional or stylish, all available in a variety of finishes. Our collection includes a variety of designs ranging from traditional door knockers, animal & nature door knockers, sports & hobby door knockers and novelty door knockers.

See our full collection of door knockers here.

Door Knocker History:

Not many people know this, but door knockers actually have a dark past. With the earliest thought to originate from Ancient Greece, it is said that Greeks disliked when visitors would enter their premises without announcement or prior warning.  During this time, upper class Greeks enslaved people who were physically chained and were made to hold a heavy iron bar which was attached to the door by a plate.  If a slave had fallen asleep, the visiting guest would strike the door knocker raising the attention of the slave and homeowner. The Romans continued with the use of the knocker and it spread across the empire, and so the heavy knocker remained as a means for visitors to announce their presence until around the 15th century.

Finishes:

Our door knockers are second to none when it comes to quality and affordability. We have a vast and varied array of designs for you to choose from with varying sizes to suit every door style. All of our door knockers are made from quality materials and are available in a number of finishes.

Click into each option to see a delightful example.

Before You Begin:

We recommend ensuring that your door is fully protected before installing your door knocker. Check with your door manufacturer to confirm which materials and installation methods are compatible. For example, steel and iron may not be compatible with oak doors as they may react with the tannins.

In order to install your new door knocker, you will need to mark and drill through your front door. If you’re replacing an existing knocker, ensure the old fixing holes align with the knocker or are covered and replaced.

Door Knocker Installation:

The first item a visitor will notice when calling to your house is the door knocker, so it’s imperative to make a great first impression! Good thing you found us, as our wide selection of door knockers means that each and every person will find one that truly represents them, their passions or house style. Nearly all of our door knockers are rear fix (unless otherwise stated) and have each been crafted from high quality metals and finished in a variety of colours to match existing door furniture. Complete with all necessary fixings (two nylon bolts) it makes for easy installation to your front door. 

1) First, drill the installation hole in your chosen location. 

2) Second, open the door and place the knocker on the outside.

3) Finally, thread the nylon bolt through and secure the door knocker in place. Then fix internally using the brass nut.

For certain designs of door knocker, an additional nylon thread may be included for additional strength.

Please seek advice from your door manufacturer with regards to any adjustments to your door maintenance schedule. Not every door knocker will be suitable for every door.

We recommend periodically checking your knocker for rusting or corrosion and re-applying a protective coating such as paint, varnish or lacquer.  Door knockers used in coastal areas or areas with higher levels of air pollution may require more attention. Non reactive alloys may be more suitable in coastal areas.