Throughout many of our blog posts, we commonly refer to hardware grades. This is because hardware grades are among the most important things to consider when you select products. Let me explain it this way: If you were a professional photographer, would you use a disposable camera, a base model digital camera, or DSLR camera? […]
Read moreAmericans with Disabilities (ADA) code isn’t just wordy, it’s downright confusing – even to the veterans of the industry. First, you have the measurements, then you have all sorts of exceptions, and on top of that you have references to different sections within the code. It will undoubtedly make your head spin. That being said, […]
Read moreDuring a recent home-decorating adventure, I have become addicted to Pinterest (again), and regularly find myself sucked into the home décor category while planning our DIY projects to come. Pinterest is a rabbit-hole of sorts, where I quickly go from browsing curtains, to cabinet hardware, to DIY flooring, and then suddenly “Aww a pig in […]
Read moreWe are having repetitive issues with lever sets breaking– are there preventative measures I can take, or an alternative to the lever sets we’re currently using? This can be one of the easiest issues to address when it comes to your locking hardware. The first step is troubleshooting – in order to determine if the […]
Read moreHardware specification is often left to the architects of new store construction. While there are some who take the time to research and learn about the complexities of our industry, there are many more that don’t. Often times, specification is viewed as a ‘one size fits all’ application and the intricacies of your facility and […]
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