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When people talk about Carlisle Brass, they often think of it as a single brand. In reality, Carlisle Brass is a family of specialist ranges, each focused on a different part of the market: commercial stainless-steel hardware, contemporary residential handles, black antique ironmongery, luxury brass fittings, cabinet hardware, and even decorative switches and sockets.

Because each sub-brand is designed for a specific purpose, it’s important to know which Carlisle Brass brands to choose, when, and why. That’s how you specify correctly for performance, aesthetics, and long-term reliability – and it’s exactly what this guide is designed to help with.

At Trade Door Handles, we were among the first retailers to supply Carlisle Brass when they started in 1986, and we still place daily orders with them today. From our showrooms in Kendal, we supply Carlisle Brass hardware nationwide, helping homeowners, trades, designers, and contractors select the right products for their projects.

Carlisle Brass is one of the UK’s best-known names in architectural ironmongery, covering everything from door handles and locks to window furniture, hinges, cabinet hardware, and accessories. Their core products sit within collections such as:

• The full Carlisle Brass Door Handles & Hardware range – available through the
  Carlisle Brass Door Handles & Hardware collection.

• Carlisle Brass Door Handles & Knobs for levers on rose, levers on backplate, mortice knobs, rim knobs, and pull handles.

• Carlisle Brass Door Furniture Accessories for letter plates, escutcheons, bathroom turns, centre knobs, numerals, and door chains.

• Carlisle Brass Window Furniture for casement stays, fasteners, sash lifts, and fanlight fittings.

• Carlisle Brass Cabinet Hardware for cabinet knobs, cup pulls, and kitchen handles.

• Carlisle Brass Hinges for fire doors, interior doors, and heavy-duty use.

• Carlisle Brass Locks & Latches for euro cylinders, sash locks, and latches.

• Carlisle Brass Accessories for coat hooks, bathroom accessories, handrail brackets, and more.

Behind these core ranges, Carlisle Brass has created a set of sub-brands – like Eurospec, Serozzetta, Eurolite, and others – that focus on particular materials, styles, and project types. Together they feed into your broader categories such as:

• Architectural Ironmongery

• Door Furniture

• Window Furniture

• Kitchen & Cabinet Hardware

• Architectural Accessories

• Hinges

• Locks & Latches

• Finish

• Architectural Hardware Brands

Understanding how these brands and collections connect is what turns a generic “Carlisle Brass supplier” into a genuine authority on Carlisle Brass hardware.

Eurospec is Carlisle Brass’s commercial and project-focused brand, designed for environments where strength, testing, and compliance matter as much as appearance. If you’re working on a school, hospital, office building, or apartment corridor, Eurospec is usually where you’ll start.

Browse the full Eurospec Architectural Hardware collection to see how wide the range is.

Eurospec hardware is primarily made from grade 304 or 316 stainless steel and satin aluminium, which gives it:

• Excellent resistance to rust and corrosion

• A clean, modern appearance that suits most commercial interiors

• Easy maintenance with simple cleaning products

Most Eurospec door furniture is available in satin stainless steel, with some items in polished stainless or aluminium for a brighter look.

• Tested performance – many products are BS EN tested for fire, safety, or accessibility.

• Durable construction – designed to handle constant use in busy environments.

• Strong warranties – often 10–25-year mechanical guarantees when installed correctly.

• Professional aesthetic – ideal for offices, healthcare, education, and public buildings.

• While Eurospec finishes were traditionally neutral (stainless steel or aluminium), Carlisle Brass has now introduced Matt Black, Antique Brass, and Satin Brass finishes to the stainless-steel range — offering the same strength and durability of stainless steel with modern plated decorative options.

• Stainless steel hardware isn’t always the costly option people expect — in fact, many ranges are surprisingly competitive with zinc alloy, while offering noticeably better quality and long-term durability.

• Architects and specifiers who need compliant, tested hardware.

• Contractors and developers working on commercial or multi-occupancy residential buildings.

• Facilities managers who want reliable, low-maintenance ironmongery.

If a project brief mentions “commercial-grade stainless steel hardware” or “tested to EN standards”, Eurospec is almost always the right choice within the Carlisle Brass family.

Serozzetta focuses on residential and light commercial projects where design is just as important as function. It’s the brand you’ll use when a customer wants on-trend handles in finishes like Matt Black or Satin Brass at a sensible price.

The dedicated Serozzetta collection shows the full range of levers, backplates, and accessories.

Serozzetta hardware is manufactured from high-grade zinc alloy, which allows for precise casting and sharp detailing. The range includes:

• Matt Black for bold, contemporary interiors

• Satin Brass and Antique Brass for warm, modern-classic schemes

• Satin Chrome and Polished Chrome for a clean, understated look

Zinc alloy is ideal for interior use, offering a good balance of cost, weight, and finish quality.

• Wide choice of designs – round or square roses, backplates, and pull handles to suit any style.

• On-trend finishes – perfect for modern renovations and new builds.

• Coordinating accessories – matching bathroom turns, escutcheons, and door stops.

• Good value – professional look and feel without the premium price tag.

• Zinc alloy is best for internal doors; for external or coastal use, stainless steel or PVD brass is usually a better option.

• Zinc handles can be used externally, but users should understand that while the mechanical workings remain unaffected, the finish may deteriorate sooner than stainless steel or PVD-coated brass. In some environments, pitting or discolouration can appear relatively quickly depending on exposure to moisture, salt air, or pollutants.

• Manufacturers typically exclude finish guarantees on zinc alloy hardware, because the lifespan of the surface depends heavily on where it’s installed and how it’s maintained.

• High-traffic areas can accelerate wear, especially where airborne contaminants such as brake dust or pollution settle on the handles and interact with moisture over time. Regular cleaning can slow this process and maintain appearance.

• If a customer expects the weight and feel of solid brass, Serozzetta will feel lighter in the hand due to its zinc construction — but it still delivers excellent everyday performance at an accessible price.

• Homeowners updating internal door furniture.

• Developers working on new build estates and apartments.

• Interior designers who want consistent, modern hardware across a scheme.

If a customer asks for “modern black door handles” or “sleek brass levers” for inside the home, Serozzetta is often the best Carlisle Brass brand to start with.

Eurolite brings Carlisle Brass’s design approach into the world of electrical accessories. It’s focused on decorative switches, sockets, and floor outlets, allowing you to coordinate electrical points with your door and cabinet hardware.

You can explore the full Eurolite Electrical Switches & Sockets collection to see the variety on offer.

Eurolite plates are produced in:

• Decorative metals – such as stainless steel, brass, nickel, and black finishes.

• Classic white plastic – for simple, everyday installations.

• Metal clad and weatherproof housings – for industrial and outdoor use.

Faceplates are often ultra-slim (3 mm or 6 mm) to give a more seamless, designer look on the wall.

• Consistent finishes – easy to match switches and sockets with door handles and cabinet hardware.

• Complete wiring solutions – from dimmer switches and USB sockets to floor and outdoor units.

• Professional appearance – lifts the overall quality of a room or building.

• Flexible price points – from white plastic to designer metal plates.

• Decorative plates should be installed and handled carefully to avoid scratching.

• In very demanding environments, metal clad or specialised outdoor products are the best choice.

• Electricians working on higher-spec or design-led projects.

• Interior designers who want fully coordinated schemes.

• Homeowners upgrading from basic white switches to a more premium look.

Whenever you’re trying to create a joined-up finish between door furniture and electrical accessories, Eurolite is an important piece of the Carlisle Brass puzzle.

Ludlow Foundries is Carlisle Brass’s heritage and black antique ironmongery brand. It exists for one reason: to deliver authentic period character for cottages, farmhouses, barn conversions, and traditional homes.

The core range is available through the Ludlow Foundries collection.

Ludlow Foundries hardware is made from malleable iron, with finishes that are:

• Black antique – the classic cottage or farmhouse look.

• Occasionally rustic or pewter-style variations, depending on product.

Malleable iron gives each piece a slightly textured, hand-finished feel that you simply don’t get from modern pressed or cast metals.

• Authentic styling – looks “right” on older doors and period joinery.

• Robust build – ideal for everyday use on solid timber doors.

• Wide range – includes door handles, hinges, bolts, hooks, window furniture, and cabinet fittings.

• Great for character – instantly adds personality to a property.

• Iron hardware is heavier and more rustic; it won’t suit very modern interiors.

• The finish benefits from occasional light care to maintain its appearance.

• Homeowners and restorers working on period or country properties.

• Designers and builders creating rustic, farmhouse, or vintage-style interiors.

• Holiday cottages and heritage projects where authenticity matters.

If you’re asked for “black antique door furniture” or “traditional cottage ironmongery”, Ludlow Foundries is the natural Carlisle Brass brand to specify.

Fingertip Design (FTD) is Carlisle Brass’s specialist brand for cabinet and furniture hardware, created to bring the same build quality and finish consistency found in their door furniture to your kitchens, bedrooms, and fitted furniture. The collection provides every small finishing detail you need to tie a project together — from decorative cabinet knobs to practical hinges and catches.

You can explore the full range in the Fingertip Design Cabinet Hardware collection.

Fingertip Design offers one of the most complete selections of furniture fittings in the UK. Within the range you’ll find:

• Cabinet knobs – round, square, fluted, and reeded designs in brass, chrome, black, and pewter finishes.

• Pull handles – available as straight bar pulls, curved handles, or modern edge pulls for kitchen units and drawers.

• Cup pulls – classic half-moon styles in finishes such as satin brass, polished nickel, or matt black, ideal for shaker-style kitchens.

• Catches and bolts – magnetic, roller, and ball catches designed for cabinet doors and furniture doors where concealed closure is required.

• Cabinet hinges – decorative butt hinges and flush hinges for furniture, offering smooth operation and a tidy appearance.

Every fitting is designed to coordinate with Carlisle Brass door furniture, helping joinery specialists and interior designers achieve a consistent look throughout a project.

The Fingertip Design collection uses brass, zinc, and steel components, with occasional porcelain and ceramic accents for period or decorative schemes. Popular finishes include:

• Satin chrome

• Satin brass

• Matt black

• Pewter

• Polished nickel

• Porcelain and ceramic detailing

This wide palette makes it easy to match cabinet hardware to door handles and accessories elsewhere in the home.

• Comprehensive product range – from cabinet knobs and pull handles to hinges and catches, allowing full project coordination.

• Design flexibility – covers modern minimalism through to vintage and heritage looks.

• Ideal for professional joiners and interior designers – reliable quality with strong brand backing.

• Completes interior schemes – ties kitchen, bedroom, and furniture hardware together seamlessly.

• Decorative finishes benefit from gentle cleaning with non-abrasive cloths.

• Smaller fittings require accurate installation to ensure perfect alignment and movement.

Alexander & Wilks is the premium, solid-brass brand within the Carlisle Brass family. It combines British design inspiration with modern CNC production to create high-end door and cabinet hardware.

You can browse the range via the Alexander & Wilks collection.

Alexander & Wilks hardware is made from solid brass, giving a noticeable weight and quality feel in the hand. Finishes include:

• Unlacquered Brass – which will age and patinate naturally over time.

• PVD-coated finishes – offering exceptional scratch and corrosion resistance.

• Dark Bronze, Matt Black, Satin Chrome, Antique Brass, and many others.

These finishes allow designers to create truly bespoke and consistent interior schemes.

• Luxury look and feel – ideal for high-end residential and boutique commercial projects.

• Solid-brass construction – strong, long-lasting hardware.

• PVD finish guarantees – often up to 25 years when cared for correctly.

• Large variety of designs – minimalist, industrial, classic, and heritage-inspired.

• Pricing reflects the premium nature of the brand.

• Solid brass benefits from appropriate cleaning products (especially for unlacquered finishes).

• Architects and interior designers working on high-spec projects.

• Homeowners investing in long-term, high-quality hardware.

• Hotels and luxury developments looking for standout design details.

If the brief mentions “luxury solid-brass hardware” or demands a 25-year finish guarantee, Alexander & Wilks is the Carlisle Brass brand you’ll reach for.

Manital brings Italian design and craftsmanship into the Carlisle Brass family. It’s best known for sleek, sculptural door handles with a strong architectural feel.

While Manital doesn’t have its own standalone collection link on Trade Door Handles in this blog, its products commonly appear within Door Furniture and Architectural Hardware Brands.

Manital typically uses brass and high-quality alloys, finished in:

• Polished and satin chrome

• Nickel finishes

• Bronze and specialist textures

Handles are often designed with ergonomic levers and distinctive styling that instantly feels “Italian”.

• Unique design language – ideal for stand-out interiors.

• High production quality – smooth operation and consistent finishes.

• Architectural styling – pairs well with modern doors and joinery.

• Some lines may be made to order or on longer lead times.

• Price bracket is closer to the luxury end of the market.

• Architect-led projects that want European design.

• Contemporary homes and apartments aiming for a refined, modern look.

• Hotels and hospitality schemes wanting distinctive handle designs.

If a client specifically references Italian design or shows inspiration images with sculptural, slimline levers, Manital is a good match.

Delemain (sometimes spelled Delamain) is the Carlisle Brass brand focused on traditional brass door furniture, especially mortice knobs.

Delemain products are found throughout your Door Furniture and Architectural Ironmongery collections.

Delemain hardware is made from solid brass, often in:

• Polished Brass

• Antique Brass

• Polished Chrome

The designs frequently echo Victorian, Edwardian, or classic European styles.

• Authentic period appearance – perfect for older properties.

• Solid-brass construction – strong and long-lasting.

• Complements heritage joinery – especially panelled timber doors.

• Mortice knobs work best with the correct latch positioning and backset to avoid “knuckle bashing”.

• Designs are intentionally traditional, so they may not suit ultra-modern interiors.

• Heritage home owners restoring original features.

• Designers and builders working on period renovations.

• Anyone replacing old brass knobs who wants to stay true to the property’s character.

Where a project needs classic brass knobs rather than modern levers, Delemain is the natural Carlisle Brass choice.

To quickly compare the ranges:

• Eurospec – stainless steel and aluminium hardware for commercial and high-traffic use.

• Serozzetta – zinc-alloy, design-led handles for residential interiors.

• Eurolite – decorative switches and sockets to match hardware finishes.

• Ludlow Foundries – malleable-iron black antique ironmongery for heritage and rustic schemes.

• Fingertip Design – mixed-metal cabinet hardware for kitchens, bedrooms, and furniture.

• Alexander & Wilks – luxury solid-brass hardware with premium finishes and long guarantees.

• Manital – Italian-designed handles with distinctive, modern profiles.

• Delemain – traditional mortice knobs and classic brass fittings for period properties.

Each brand fills a specific niche, and mixing them intelligently within a single project is often the best way to get performance, aesthetics, and budget working together.

Ready to explore the ranges in more detail?

Browse our full Carlisle Brass Door Handles & Hardware collection to compare products, finishes, and brands – or explore all manufacturers together in our Architectural Hardware Brands section.