Locks and building hardware covers a wide range of products fitted onto doors and windows used in residential, commercial and industrial buildings.
The products have been and still are sold through traditional trade outlets such as builders merchants, architectural ironmongers, locksmiths and DIY stores. However, with the growth in PVCu/composite doors and windows, many building hardware manufacturers are now supplying their products direct to door and window fabricators.
Including door furniture, security hardware products for doors and locks for the home.
Read moredhf is committed to raising standards by introducing a range of training programmes. Each course covers specific elements that are relevant to the industry. Delivered throughout the UK at various locations enables you to find a course near you.
Find out more about training16 January 2025
The British Standards Institution (BSI) has announced the publication of two significant new standards for locks and locking plates.
20 December 2024
Tamworth-based trade association, the Door and Hardware Federation (DHF), is reflecting on what has been one of the most unpredictable years to date.