{"id":5367,"date":"2022-11-08T04:42:26","date_gmt":"2022-11-08T04:42:26","guid":{"rendered":"\/review\/?p=5367"},"modified":"2023-06-22T06:17:37","modified_gmt":"2023-06-22T06:17:37","slug":"choosing-your-front-door-knob","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"\/review\/choosing-your-front-door-knob\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Choose the Right Front Door Knob for Your Home"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Few handles get more traffic than the handle of your front door. Between kids running in and out of the house, doing chores like taking out the trash, and friends and family coming to visit, your door might open up to 50 times a day! You want to make sure your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.woodsmith.com\/review\/front-door-handle\/\">front door handle<\/a> is stylish, secure, and durable. So, if you&#8217;re looking to add or replace a front <a href=\"https:\/\/www.woodsmith.com\/review\/door-knob\/\">door knob<\/a>, it\u2019s important to ensure you choose the right one for your home.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When it comes to choosing a front door knob for your home, there are a few things that you will need to take into consideration in order to make sure that you are making the best possible choice. In this blog post, we\u2019ll go over some of the different factors that you should keep in mind when buying a front door knob.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span id=\"CONSIDER_YOUR_PRIORITIES\"><strong>CONSIDER YOUR PRIORITIES<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The first thing that you will need to do when choosing a front door knob is to decide what factors are most important in your ideal option. Are you looking for a door knob that is more decorative or one that is more functional?\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are looking for a door knob that prioritized aesthetics and style, then you will have a lot more leeway in terms of what you can choose. If your main expectation of a front door knob is functionality, then you will need to make sure that you choose one that is comfortable to grip and easy to use.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span id=\"DETERMINE_THE_APPROPRIATE_STYLE\"><strong>DETERMINE THE APPROPRIATE STYLE<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The next thing that you should consider when choosing a front door knob is the style of your home. Does it have a traditional look or a more modern one? This will help you narrow down the choices of door knobs that are available to you.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For example, if you have a traditional style home, then you may want to choose a door knob that has a more traditional and classic design. On the other hand, if you have a more modern style home, then you may want to choose a door knob with a more contemporary look.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span id=\"COMPARE_MATERIALS\"><strong>COMPARE MATERIALS<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Related to aesthetics as well as durability, you\u2019ll also need to evaluate and decide on a material for your front door knob. They\u2019re typically made out of either metal or wood, so this decision shouldn\u2019t be too difficult. Each material has its own advantages and disadvantages. For example, metal door knobs are typically more durable than wood door knobs, but they can also be more expensive. Wood door knobs, on the other hand, are typically less expensive than metal door knobs and can have interesting designs but are not as weather-resistant.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span id=\"DECIDE_ON_A_SIZE\"><strong>DECIDE ON A SIZE<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The next thing that you will need to consider when choosing a front door knob is the size of the knob. There is no right or wrong answer when it comes to the size of the knob. It really depends on your personal preference. Keep in mind that the larger the knob, the easier it will be to grip and turn.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span id=\"CHOOSE_YOUR_FINISH\"><strong>CHOOSE YOUR FINISH<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The final feature that you should think about when buying a front door knob is the finish of the knob, which usually applies to metal options. The finish of the knob can either be glossy or matte. It really depends on your personal preference as to which one you prefer. Glossy finishes tend to show fingerprints more easily, while matte finishes do not.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep all of these factors in mind when buying a new front door knob for your home and you should hopefully find the perfect one for your home!<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Few handles get more traffic than the handle of your front door. Between kids running in and out of the house, doing chores like taking out the trash, and friends and family coming to visit, your door might open up to 50 times a day! 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