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Dummy Handlesets: Achieving Architectural Symmetry for Double Doors
Create a balanced and professional appearance for your home’s entrance with our curated collection of dummy handlesets. Designed specifically for the inactive side of a double door pair, these handles provide the necessary visual weight to match your primary entrance hardware. At Coastal Hardware Store, we stock high-quality, non-functional handles from premier brands like Emtek, Baldwin, and Schlage, ensuring your doorway maintains a cohesive and sophisticated aesthetic.
Non-Turning Functionality
A dummy handleset is a stationary trim set that does not feature an internal latch or locking mechanism. Its role is twofold:
- Visual Continuity: It mirrors the exterior grip, interior trim, and decorative deadbolt plate of the active door for a seamless look.
- Fixed Grip: Provides a sturdy pull-handle for opening the inactive leaf of a double door once the interior flush bolts are disengaged.
Premium Forged Construction
To ensure a perfect match, our dummy hardware is manufactured to the same rigorous standards as our functional sets:
- Solid Brass & Bronze: Crafted from heavy-duty base metals, offering the substantial feel and crisp detail required for luxury entrances.
- Coordinated Finishes: Available in industry-standard finishes, including Satin Brass, Matte Black, Polished Chrome, and Satin Nickel.
Specifying the Right Fit for Your Entry
When selecting a dummy handleset, it is essential to match the profile of your active set to ensure the mounting points and heights align perfectly across both doors. Our collection includes Full-Length, Monolithic, and Sectional designs to accommodate various door prep styles. Because these sets are surface-mounted or through-bolted without a latch bore, they allow for a clean installation on the inactive door. Whether you are upgrading an existing entrance or specifying hardware for a new project, our team provides the technical data needed to ensure your hardware is perfectly paired.
Need help coordinating your pair? Browse our Active Entry Handlesets to find the matching functional version. For technical questions regarding door handing or installation, contact our hardware specialists at 561-808-2588.