Passage Lever Sets: Everyday Door Handles That Just Work
When it comes to the busy walk-through areas of your home — hallways, living rooms, kitchens — you probably don’t need a lock, just a handle that’s reliable and good-looking. That’s exactly what passage lever sets are made for.
They’re the unsung workhorses of the door hardware world — no fuss, no locks, just a quality handle that lets you open and close doors with ease.
What is a Passage Lever Set?
A passage lever set is a door handle that includes a latch but no locking function. It’s made for internal doors where privacy isn’t an issue — think family areas, laundry, pantries, and connecting spaces.
Each set usually includes:
A lever handle on both sides of the door
A latch mechanism to keep the door closed
All the screws and hardware for standard fitting
They're super easy to use — just push the handle down to open the door, and the latch clicks it shut when you close it.
Where to Use Passage Levers
Hallways – For connecting doors you use all day, every day
Living rooms – Keeps the door shut without locking anyone out
Kitchens or dining rooms – Great for utility access
Laundry doors – Keeps things neat without fuss
Children’s bedrooms – If you want handles without locks
Basically, any internal door where you want easy access but no need for privacy or security.
Types of Lever Sets
To make sure you’re choosing the right handle for the right room, here’s a quick breakdown of lever types:
Entrance Lever Sets Lockable with a key from the outside, usually with a thumb turn on the inside — for front or back doors.
Privacy Lever Sets Lockable from the inside with a button or thumb turn — best for bedrooms and bathrooms.
Dummy Levers Fixed handles with no latch — ideal for wardrobes or decorative double doors.
Passage Lever Sets Latching but non-locking handles for everyday use — perfect for most internal doors.
What to Look For in a Passage Lever
Style Choose a lever design that suits your interior — modern, traditional, or somewhere in between. Match it with the privacy and entrance versions for a seamless look.
Finish Matte black, brushed nickel, chrome, brass — your finish choice makes a big impact, especially if you’re updating multiple doors.
Handing Most passage levers are reversible, so they’ll work on either side of the door. But it’s worth checking, especially if your door swings in a particular direction.
Comfort & Ease Levers are great for kids, older adults, and anyone who doesn’t want to twist a knob. Choose a design that feels good in the hand.
Consistency Lots of lever styles come in matching privacy, passage, dummy, and entrance versions — so you can keep things consistent throughout the home.
Wrap-Up Passage lever sets are an essential part of your home’s hardware — subtle, stylish, and practical. No keys, no locks, just dependable handles that get the job done and look good doing it.
At The Blue Space, we’ve got a huge range of passage levers to suit every taste and budget — from minimalist and modern to classic and cosy.