Entrance Pull Sets

A pull handle entrance set combines a door pull with an integrated lock cylinder, giving front and entry doors both a secure grip point and a keyed locking mechanism in a single coordinated fitting. This page covers the full range of entrance pull sets stocked at The Blue Space, including sizes, finishes, backplate styles, and what to check before you buy.

What is a pull handle entrance set?

A pull handle entrance set is a front door hardware kit that includes a long pull bar, a mortice lock or cylinder, and all required fixings. Unlike a lever entrance set, the exterior handle is a fixed pull bar rather than a rotating lever, which suits heavy timber, pivot, and oversized doors where a strong, deliberate grip is preferred. The lock cylinder operates independently of the pull bar, so the handle itself does not engage the latch.

What sizes do entrance pull sets come in?

Entrance pull sets are most commonly available in 300mm, 450mm, and 600mm bar lengths, measured between the fixing centres. The 450mm pull handle entrance set is the most widely specified size for standard 2040mm residential doors. Longer 600mm pulls suit pivot doors, double doors, or any door where a dramatic vertical statement is part of the design intent. Check the door thickness as well: most sets accommodate 35mm to 50mm door thickness, and some are adjustable.

What finishes are available?

Entrance pull sets are available in matte black, satin chrome, polished chrome, brushed nickel, and brushed brass or brushed gold. Matte black and brushed brass are the most requested finishes in Australian residential projects currently, aligning with the same finish language used across interior door handles and cabinet handles. Finish consistency across a project is worth planning before you specify, since switching finish mid-build adds cost and visual noise.

Front door pull handle with lock: how the locking mechanism works

A front door pull handle with lock uses a separate mortice lock body or Euro profile cylinder that sits within the door, keyed from the outside and typically thumb-turned from the inside. The pull bar itself is passive. Deadlocking cylinders provide a higher security rating and are worth specifying for main entry doors. Some sets include a keyed-alike option so that multiple entry points use the same key, which is useful in homes with a separate garage or secondary entry.

What backplate styles are used?

Entrance pull sets use either a rose (round backplate), an escutcheon (keyhole cover plate only), or a rectangular backplate. Square and rectangular backplates read as more contemporary; rose backplates suit traditional and heritage door profiles. The backplate also covers the fixing bolts and any slight edge imperfections left from cylinder boring, so the geometry matters both aesthetically and practically. Confirm the backplate dimensions suit the door stile width, particularly on narrow-stile aluminium and glazed doors.

What to look for when choosing an entrance pull set

The four factors that matter most are bar length relative to door height, door thickness compatibility, finish match with other door hardware, and the security grade of the cylinder or lock body included. For residential use, a five-pin or six-pin cylinder with anti-pick and anti-drill ratings offers a practical baseline. For commercial or high-traffic applications, check whether the set is graded to Australian Standard AS 4145.2. If you are also specifying lever sets elsewhere in the home, see entry door lock sets for coordinated options.

Entrance door sets: exterior only or through-door?

Most entrance pull sets are configured for exterior-only use: the outside has the pull bar and cylinder, while the inside has a flat turn snib or lever handle. Through-door sets provide a pull bar on both faces and are specified for internal dividing doors, commercial lobbies, or glass sliding door applications where you need a grip on both sides without a lock. Confirm which configuration you need before ordering, as the fixing bolt arrangement differs between the two.

Brands and ranges stocked

The Blue Space stocks entrance pull sets from established Australian hardware brands known for residential and light commercial door hardware. Gainsborough is one of the most specified brands in this category, with the G4 Series oblong pull handles available in 450mm and 600mm in a range of finishes. Coordinating your entrance pull set with handles from the same brand range ensures consistent finish batch and fixing geometry. For broader door and joinery hardware, browse interior door handles and Momo Handles for complementary options.