Manufacturer of all-wood & clad-wood windows & doors: round top, oval, casement & double hung; custom shapes & historic window replication; dual durometer, bulb & leaf weather stripping; storm windows; numerous design choices & glazing options.
Ask the Expert - Historic Hardware Q&A - When purchasing new door hardware, how do you determine the quality of the door hardware set?
Ask the Expert - Historic Hardware Q&A - What finish should I choose for my door hardware?
Ask the Expert - Historic Hardware Q&A - What is the difference between mortise and tubular latches/locks?
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Ask the Expert - Historic Hardware Q&A - What measurements do you need to know before purchasing a new set of door hardware?
Ask the Expert - Historic Hardware Q&A - What function do you need for your door hardware?
Ask the Expert - Historic Hardware Q&A - What is handing and why is it important?
We know you have questions on how hardware can bring out the unique character of your historic home. We've asked industry expert and Director of Product Development at Nostalgic Warehouse, Bill Metzger to help with the answers.
E.R. Butler & Co. manufactures Early American door, window & furniture hardware: 19th-century shell-shanked crystal, porcelain & wood trimmings; brass, bronze, nickel-silver & wrought iron; custom-plated & -patinated finishes; restoration work.
A look at the trends in design and manufacturing in classic door hardware over the centuries.