Cambridge is a door hardware range from Lane, covering six products of handles and levers for doors throughout the home. It suits buyers looking to fit or replace door hardware with a single consistent design across multiple doors, whether that is for a full home build, a renovation, or replacing worn hardware on existing doors.
What to consider before choosing door hardware
Door hardware is not one-size-fits-all. Beyond the look of the handle or lever itself, the function, sizing, and handing of the hardware need to match the door it is going on, so it pays to check these details before ordering rather than after installation.
Function type
Door hardware is generally categorised by function. Passage sets are used on doors that do not need locking, such as hallway or living area doors. Privacy sets include a simple lock function operated from inside the room, suited to bathrooms and bedrooms. Entrance sets are designed for external doors and typically include a keyed lock. Confirm which function you need for each door before selecting hardware, since not every function type is necessarily available across the whole range.
Backset and door thickness
The backset, which is the distance from the edge of the door to the centre of the handle spindle, and the door's thickness both need to match the hardware's specifications. Check these measurements against your existing doors or new door specifications before ordering, since a mismatch can mean the hardware does not fit correctly.
Handing
Handing refers to whether a door opens to the left or right, and some hardware is handed while other designs work either way. Confirm whether the Cambridge products you are considering are handed or universal, and check this against each door you are fitting them to, particularly if you are outfitting multiple doors that do not all open the same way.
Who this range suits
Cambridge suits anyone wanting to fit consistent door hardware across a home, from a single door replacement to a full renovation. With six products in the range, it is a manageable range to review against your specific door functions and measurements before ordering.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between passage, privacy, and entrance door hardware?
Passage sets have no locking function and suit doors like hallways where locking is not needed. Privacy sets include a simple lock operated from inside, suited to bathrooms and bedrooms, while entrance sets are designed for external doors and typically include a keyed lock.
How do I check if door hardware will fit my existing doors?
You need to check the backset, which is the distance from the door edge to the centre of the spindle, along with your door's thickness, against the hardware's specifications. Measuring your existing doors before ordering avoids a mismatch at installation.
What does handing mean for door hardware?
Handing refers to whether a door opens to the left or right, and some hardware designs are made specifically for one direction while others work universally. Check whether the product you are considering is handed or universal, particularly if your home has doors opening in different directions.
How many products are in the Cambridge range?
The Cambridge range from Lane includes six products. This keeps the range straightforward to review against the specific function, backset, and handing requirements for each door in your home.
Can I use Cambridge hardware across a whole house renovation?
Yes, this range suits fitting consistent hardware across multiple doors in a renovation or new build. Just confirm the function type needed for each door, since passage, privacy, and entrance requirements can differ from room to room.