Picking just the right door knocker for a home is not as easy a task as you might first imagine. This is especially true if you are purchasing one as a gift for someone else. When looking for a front door knocker there are many different things you need to carefully consider. Front door knockers come in a wide selection of styles and finishes and the one you choose should complement the style of the home.
Traditional style door knockers will look out of place on a more modern home. If you are purchasing the front door knocker as a gift you may not know the right style for their home. There are some very simple styles of door knocker that would work in this situation. Door knockers come in a wide selection of finishes.
The finish on the door knocker should match the finish on the other pieces of hardware which are installed on the door. Brass is the most common metal to use for a door knocker. Brass door knockers work well because it is easy to work with and can be given either a satin or brushed finish. Another great reason to use brass for your door knocker is that it will not rust. Always find out the materials used to make the door knocker.
Many inexpensive door knockers are made from plated zinc or pot metal castings. While they may look great in the store it won’t take long for them to start to fall apart. As the plating comes off you will get significant corrosion of the door knocker. The two most commonly used methods for hanging a door knocker are through the door mounting and surface mounting. Through the door mounting requires that you drill a hole through the door. Decortive nuts and bolts are then used to secure the door knocker. For surface mounted door knockers screws are used to fasten the knocker to the door.