Traditional Door Knobs
The Swirl Finesse range of pewter door knobs are designed with a handcrafted, embossed swirl on a wide backplate to create a unique style – ideal for traditional cottages, barn conversions and period properties.
All Finesse door knobs are supplied in pairs with suitable fixings and a 90mm spindle for doors up to 50mm thick (for thicker doors, please contact us). Our door knobs are supplied unsprung and should be fitted with a heavy duty lock/latch.
What is a Jesmond backplate? The Jesmond range by Finesse Design features a wide backplate option for homes looking to bring a bold statement.
Latch – Typically used with internal passage doors which don’t require locking. Available in long and short backplate options. To be installed with a heavy duty tubular latch.
Bathroom – Lever handle designed with an integrated turn and release mechanism for applications whereby the door should only be locked from one side such as bathrooms. To be installed with a heavy duty bathroom mortice lock.
Lock – Designed with a standard keyhole on both backplates to allow locking with a skeleton key. To be installed with a heavy duty sash lock. Â
The Beauty of Pewter
Handmade from genuine pewter, all Finesse products have the same stunning, natural finish of mid silver tones and warm blue hues. This makes pewter the perfect finish for accessories around the home in order to bring a luxurious and inviting feel. Pewter is often description as a living finish which develops a beautiful natural patina overtime – adding to the architectural charm of the material.
Not only is pewter extremely aesthetic but also very practical. Pewter offers exceptional corrosion resistance to prevent rust in external and coastal applications. All Finesse products have been independently tested to BS EN 1670:2007 Grade 5 to achieve the highest possible grade. Pewter is also 100% recyclable meaning all excess or returned products can be melted down and returned into our production cycle.
Finesse products have also been tested and approved for use with Accoya wood.
Why Finesse?
For over 20 years, Finesse Design have been recognised as experts in the design and manufacture of architectural ironmongery products from genuine pewter. As a family-owned business based in the beautiful countryside of Consett, County Durham, we pride ourselves on our exceptionally high-quality standard to produce durable products from the finest materials.
All Finesse products are handmade in our modern factory facilities by our incredible skilled team of artisans using a combination of traditional craftsmanship methods and modern technology. As a result, all products feature slight imperfections which only adds to the character and charm of the product.
Product Warranty and Aftercare
All Finesse products are covered by a manufacturers guarantee for 2 years from the date of the purchase.
Our products stunning pewter finish is easily maintained with minimal care – we recommend the occasional cleaning of our ironmongery with warm, soapy water.  Please see our care guide for more details. Do not use any solvent cleaners or household polishes as this may can irreversible damage to the products surface.
