Choosing Consort Architectural Hardware
Consort Architectural Hardware provides an extensive range of professional door hardware designed for commercial, residential and specification-led projects.
The range covers everything from everyday door furniture and pull handles to hinges, locks, door controls and specialist hardware, allowing multiple components within a door set to be selected from a coordinated architectural range.
When specifying door hardware, consider the door type, frequency of use, required performance, fire rating, accessibility requirements, environmental exposure and finish rather than selecting products on appearance alone.
Commercial Door Hardware
Commercial buildings place different demands on architectural ironmongery compared with many residential applications.
Doors in hotels, offices, healthcare facilities, schools, apartment developments and public buildings may experience considerably higher levels of use and often require hardware with documented performance characteristics.
Consort offers architectural hardware specifically aimed at these environments, including lever handles, pull handles, hinges, locks, door controls and complementary accessories.
For heavily used doors, durability and compatibility between the individual components of the door set should always be considered.
Consort Door Handles & Pull Handles
The Consort range includes both lever door handles and architectural pull handles suitable for a variety of commercial and residential applications.
Pull handles are particularly popular on entrance doors, commercial doors and other applications where the door is opened by pulling rather than operating a conventional latch.
Different lengths and diameters allow the scale of the pull handle to be matched to the size and design of the door.
Stainless steel is particularly common within commercial architectural ironmongery because it provides a clean appearance and can offer excellent durability when the correct grade is selected for the environment.
Consort Door Hinges
A hinge must support the door while continuing to operate smoothly throughout its service life.
Consort produces a range of ball bearing butt hinges, concealed bearing hinges, rising butt hinges and specialist hinge solutions, with performance-tested options available for demanding applications.
When choosing hinges, consider the door weight, door dimensions, frequency of use, fire-rating requirements and number of hinges required.
Selected Consort hinges are tested to recognised performance standards and are available for fire-door applications, but the individual product certification should always be checked before specification.
Fire-Rated Architectural Ironmongery
Hardware fitted to a fire door can have a direct influence on how the complete door assembly performs.
Components including hinges, locks, latches, door closers and other hardware may require appropriate fire test evidence or certification for the intended application.
Consort offers selected fire-tested and certified architectural hardware, including hinges, locks, latches and door-control products.
However, certification varies by product. Always check the individual product documentation and ensure that the proposed hardware is compatible with the particular fire door assembly.
Door Stops, Escutcheons & Accessories
Smaller components are an important part of a complete architectural ironmongery specification.
The Consort range includes accessories such as door stops, escutcheons, thumbturns, cylinder pulls, door viewers, roller catches, coat hooks and signage.
Selecting these components from a coordinated finish range can help create a consistent appearance throughout a commercial or residential project.
It also allows frequently overlooked pieces of hardware to be considered as part of the complete door specification rather than being selected individually at the end of the project.
Choosing an Architectural Hardware Finish
The finish should be selected with both appearance and application in mind.
Satin Stainless Steel is particularly popular for commercial interiors because of its clean, understated appearance, while Polished Stainless Steel provides a brighter finish.
Other options including Polished Brass, Satin Brass, Black, Satin Chrome and Satin Nickel allow the hardware to complement different interior schemes.
Where hardware is being installed externally or in an exposed environment, always check that the base material and finish are appropriate for the anticipated conditions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Consort Architectural Hardware?
Consort is a specialist architectural hardware manufacturer offering products including door handles, pull handles, hinges, locks, cylinders, door controls, panic hardware and architectural accessories.
The range is used across commercial, residential, hospitality, healthcare and education projects.
Is Consort suitable for commercial buildings?
Yes. A significant part of the Consort range is designed for professional and commercial applications.
Products are available for offices, hotels, healthcare facilities, schools, apartment developments and other frequently used buildings.
Does Consort manufacture fire-rated door hardware?
Consort offers a range of fire-tested and certified products including selected hinges, locks, latches and door-control hardware.
Fire performance varies by product, so always check the certification and permitted installation details of the individual item.
What finishes are available in Consort hardware?
The Roundtower Hardware collection includes finishes such as Satin Stainless Steel, Polished Stainless Steel, Satin Anodised Aluminium, Polished Brass, Satin Brass, Black, Satin Chrome and Satin Nickel.
Available finishes vary by product.
What is the difference between Grade 304 and Grade 316 stainless steel?
Both are commonly used grades of stainless steel, but Grade 316 generally provides greater resistance to corrosion, particularly where salt or aggressive environmental exposure is present.
The appropriate grade should be selected according to the location and manufacturer's recommendations.
How do I choose the correct pull handle size?
Consider the size and weight of the door, the intended application and the visual proportions of the handle.
Large commercial entrance doors can often accommodate longer or larger-diameter pull handles, while smaller doors may suit more compact designs.
Always check the fixing centres and overall dimensions before ordering.
Can Consort hardware be used on fire doors?
Selected Consort products are suitable for fire-door applications, but this does not mean every Consort product is automatically fire rated.
Check the individual product's test evidence, certification and permitted installation configuration before specifying it on a fire door.
Can I coordinate Consort hardware throughout a project?
Yes. One of the advantages of using a broad architectural hardware range is the ability to coordinate handles, pull handles, hinges, locks, accessories and door-control hardware across multiple door types.
This can help achieve a more consistent specification and appearance throughout larger projects.
Need Help Choosing Consort Architectural Hardware?
Commercial ironmongery specifications can involve several interacting components, including handles, hinges, locks, latches, door controls and fire-rated hardware.
Roundtower Hardware supplies an extensive selection of Consort Architectural Hardware in Ireland for residential, commercial and specification-led projects.
Browse the collection online or contact our team if you need help identifying suitable Consort products for your doors or architectural ironmongery schedule.
