There are 6 major factors that one needs to consider while choosing commercial door hardware:
The direction in which the door opens. This particular aspect influences the appearance of the room on both side, the light and air flow, privacy and space for various items/equipment. This might look like a very simple question however when you look closely this requires expert-level discussion such that all possible aspects are covered.
Amount of traffic the door needs to withstand. Keeping this point in mind while designing the door would greatly reduce the possibility of accident, and accordingly the door will be strengthened.
Is it required to match the hardware with other design elements? The answer to this question must be thoroughly assessed so as to make the best aesthetic decision.
An important aspect to consider when choosing commercial door locks and handles is the security. This will vary according to the needs of the commercial settings. For example, biometric scanners are used in most of the offices to give access to only the authorized individuals.
Next you need to know if the hardware is easy to use. If it is not a reliable hardware, clients as well as customers won’t be happy using the same, and this would mean bad reputation for the business. In any kind of environment, there must be the provision to allow people with disabilities conveniently use the door.
Last, but not least, you need to consider the cost involved in the door hardware. The pricing must be in line with the money allotted by the client and the person coming for the installation must educate the primary users on how to maintain and use the door at no extra cost.
