Door Handles

Lever and push/pull handles generally meet ADA guidelines for access, but knob handles require gripping action greater than allowed under ADA. Newly built or retrofitted educational, health care and other public buildings are more likely to specify lever or push/pull handles for easier access and regulatory compliance.

In educational and health care settings, managers can specify silver-based anti-microbial agents in the hardware finish coating. This coating guards against algae, bacteria, fungus, mildew and mold, and it can remain active for the life of the hardware.