Doctor Door Knockers – Traditional Styles for Any Home
A solid brass Doctor’s Door Knocker is a simple and elegant way to update your or enhance your front door hardware. Door knockers are usually most prominent feature on a door and the style of knocker used can reveal much about the personality of the homeowners. Door knockers became especially popular during Romanesque, Renaissance, and Medieval time periods. The type of design, materials and ornate qualities of the door knockers have varied greatly in different centuries but the importance of the door knocker for the home has remained constant.
Originally the Doctor’s door knocker was a symbol mounted the front door of a doctor’s house to alert a passerby of the homeowner’s profession. This was a great way of letting people who may be unfamiliar with the area know which house they should go to if they needed a doctor. Now the traditional doctor’s door knocker is an elegant and classic design that can be used on any home. These beautiful door knockers are traditionally cast in solid brass and are available in several finishes including Polished Brass, Antique Brass, Polished Chrome, Satin Nickel and Oil Rubbed Bronze.
When installing any door knocker it is important to remember a few simple steps. First, remember to measure your door carefully and the space intended for your new knocker. If you a replacing an older knocker you may be able to use the same mount holes but be sure to double checker the center to center spacing of the your new knocker for compatibility. Second, replace older entryway doorknobs and mail slots with similar Victorian style hardware. Using similar designs will help tie together the look of your entryway together. Using the same finish will further help to create a common theme.
Doctor’s Door Knockers are readily available online and many home decorating magazines. Make sure to search for solid brass construction and be sure to ask questions if you are unsure about any measurements. Keep in mind this is the centerpiece for your entryway and attention of detail is important. These knockers are available online through LookInTheAttic & Company and they offer free design assistance and help.
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