If there s one thing that pretties up a door it s got to be a door knocker.
Installing a door knocker.
There are two common methods used to install door knockers.
Surface mount and through the door mount.
Measure down from the top of the door to this mark.
How to install a door knocker the easy way without hardware.
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The first job is to place the knocker on the door in the vertical area that you want it to go using the between eye and shoulder level area as a guide.
Determine the height for the door knocker.
Do the same for the second screw.
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Place the door knocker on the door and mark the.
Making sure the plate is level turn the screws all the way into the door alternating back and forth until both are tight and the knocker is secured to the door.
Whilst it is in place put a pencil mark on the door through the top most fixing hole of the knocker and then remove it.
They are generally located at an average adult s eye level or approximately 4 1 2 feet from the ground.
Door knockers can be purchased from spares 4 repairs here.
I ve always loved them and wanted one but the thought of drilling holes in my metal door always deterred me from installing one.
A video tutorial on how to fit a through fix door knocker to a upvc or composite door.