Locks and building hardware covers a wide range of products fitted onto doors and windows used in residential, commercial and industrial buildings.
The products have been and still are sold through traditional trade outlets such as builders merchants, architectural ironmongers, locksmiths and DIY stores. However, with the growth in PVCu/composite doors and windows, many building hardware manufacturers are now supplying their products direct to door and window fabricators.
Including door furniture, security hardware products for doors and locks for the home.
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dhf is committed to raising standards by introducing a range of training programmes. Each course covers specific elements that are relevant to the industry. Delivered throughout the UK at various locations enables you to find a course near you.
Find out more about training17 July 2025
DHF & the Guild of Architectural Ironmongers (GAI) have announced the publication of the Ironmongery Manufacturers' Guidance Document
26 June 2025
DHF is reflecting on a number of significant steps that have been taken in response to the findings of the Grenfell Tower Inquiry.
