Discover a curated collection of solid brass door handles, crafted for durability, smooth operation and a refined, lasting finish. Suitable for a wide range of interior doors, these handles combine timeless design with the inherent strength and reliability of solid brass, making them ideal for homes and interior projects across the UK.
Designed for everyday use, they offer a secure fit, smooth action and dependable performance over time.
Heritage Brass handles are crafted from solid brass, giving them a naturally weighty feel that distinguishes them from hollow alternatives.
Used in architectural hardware for over a century, solid brass is valued for its strength, durability and timeless character.
Each handle is fitted with a precision-engineered spring mechanism, ensuring smooth operation and allowing it to return effortlessly to its original position after use.
How do I choose between round rose, square rose and backplate door handles?
The style of door handle you choose plays an essential part in shaping the overall appearance of a door.
Designed as a direct replacement for standard multi-point door handles on uPVC and composite doors, these handles offer an easy way to upgrade to a more decorative style. They allow you to coordinate your door hardware with your interior finishes, creating a cohesive look throughout your home.
Due to the wider backplate, a minimum of 50mm of flat surface area (stile width) is required to ensure a secure and accurate fit.
The function of your door hardware should be based on how the space is used. Each application requires a specific combination of handle and locking mechanism.
Ideal for living areas such as kitchens, hallways and reception rooms.
Suitable for spaces where privacy is needed but key locking is not required.
For rooms that require secure access, such as home offices or storage areas.
Each handle is backed by a 10-year mechanical warranty, providing confidence in long-term performance and reliability.
Available in a carefully curated range of finishes, these handles are designed to coordinate seamlessly with matching hinges, bathroom thumb turns, cabinet hardware, window fittings and electrical accessories—allowing you to create a cohesive and well-considered scheme throughout your interior. For details of our finishes visit: Heritage Brass Finish Guide
Heritage Brass is a brand of M.Marcus Ltd, established in 1940. With over 80 years of manufacturing experience, Heritage Brass offers a vast selection of solid brass products across many finishes.
Solid brass is an alloy of copper and zinc, prized for centuries in architectural ironmongery for its strength and longevity. It feels substantial in use and performs well in high-traffic areas.
Designed for standard internal doors between 35–44mm thick, these handles are suitable for most UK residential applications.
The right lock depends on how each room is used:
Living rooms, hallways and kitchens
Bedrooms, bathrooms and cloakrooms
Key-locking doors
Heritage Brass solid brass lever handles may be used on fire doors, provided they are compatible with the door's tested or certified specification and do not compromise its fire resistance.
Our handles feature solid brass levers and roses or backplates, with steel spindles and bolt-through or screw fixings, depending on the design.
Fire Door Thickness and Fixings
Fire doors are generally thicker than standard internal doors. FD30 doors are commonly 44mm thick, while FD60 doors are often 54mm.
Our standard fixings accommodate doors 35–44mm thick. For thicker doors up to 55mm, longer spindles or fixings may be available. Please call us on +44 (0)1384 247805 to discuss your requirements.
Checking Compatibility
Before installation, check with your fire door manufacturer or a qualified installer that your chosen handle and fixings are suitable and will not compromise the door's fire resistance. For commercial projects, consult a qualified architectural ironmongery specialist. Where specific insurance requirements apply, check with your insurer.
Further Guidance
For further information, visit the London Fire Brigade's fire door advice and the DHF and GAI Code of Practice for Hardware for Fire and Escape Doors.
Each set is supplied as a matched pair of handles and includes:
A sprung handle has a spring mechanism inside. Our handles are double sprung — with a spring on each side. This prevents the lever from drooping over time and ensures it returns smoothly to its original position after every use. The springs are built to last, backed by our 10-year guarantee on the mechanism.
1000mm from the floor is the standard recommended height for most internal doors. For taller doors or personal preference, anywhere between 990mm and 1050mm works well.
These handles are non-handed. They can be fitted to either side of the door and work in both directions. No left or right version is required.
Yes. Solid brass can endure normal bathroom exposure including everyday humidity and moisture. However, moisture should not be left on the handles for prolonged periods as this can affect the finish over time.
For lever on rose handles, fixings are concealed within the rose or backplate once fitted and are not visible in normal use. Lever on backplate handles are fixed to the door using wood screws through the face of the backplate.
Wipe with a soft dry cloth and keep the handle dry. Avoid abrasive cleaners or harsh chemicals as these can damage the finish or lacquer.
