Handle or bracket on aluminium doors – which should you choose?

Which doors do handles and brackets fit?

Handles are the most standard and popular solution, often used in classic buildings with a country, Mediterranean or English style. They are perfect for lightweight doors made of wood or fibreglass, emphasising the traditional character of the object. There is a whole spectrum of different types of handles available in a wide range of materials, so we can match this component to the particular style we want to keep the building in.

Brackets, also known as door knockers, are a modern solution gaining popularity in residential construction. They are shaped like a vertically placed bar and allow the door to be conveniently opened by pulling or pushing on the handle. These solutions are ideal for buildings with a futuristic, minimalist design – in Scandinavian or industrial style. Brackets are particularly suitable for heavier door constructions made of PVC, aluminium or steel. They are available in a variety of forms: from long to short, rounded to angular, allowing them to match the aesthetics of the building.

Features of handles and brackets

Handles are a versatile solution that will work for most doors in a variety of styles. Paired with the lock, they allow the door to be opened by pressing the protruding part of the handle. They are simple to use and can provide a unique decorative element.

The bracket is great for public buildings, but is increasingly being chosen for minimalist, modern homes. They blend perfectly with aluminium doors, adding character to the entrance. They offer modern technological solutions, such as self-closing. In the case of door brackets, frequently used extras include electric door openers (known, among other things, from intercoms popular in residential buildings) and – a novelty on the market – fingerprint readers, which allow access to the interior without the need for a key.

Both handles and brackets allow for a variety of additional solutions that make opening and closing aluminium doors much easier. These include special silent automatic closing systems and security solutions such as modern burglar-proof locks and electronic security systems.

Handles or brackets – which should you choose?

The choice of handle or bracket depends on several different factors. We are thinking, among other things, of the type of door, the material used to manufacture it and the overall style of the building. It even happens that many builders choose to use a handle and bracket, a kind of option that combines elegance and modernity in one.

Handles are the classic door-opening technology. There is a wide variety of models available, which can be very easily adapted to both a classic block and a modern building. Brackets, on the other hand, are most suited to new constructions, where simple lines, minimalism and economy of materials are used. The bracket will also be a good choice if you want to install elements such as the aforementioned fingerprint readers or other keyless entry systems: mobile phone apps or special access cards.

In summary, the handle or bracket on an aluminium door is a matter of individual preference, the style of the building and attention to modern technology. It could be said that this is a decision largely on aesthetic grounds, so it is worth considering your own preferences first and foremost.