Are standard escutcheons suitable for traditional keys?

Yes, they are ideal for cast or castellated keys used in traditional mortice locks, making them perfect for period and heritage properties.

Can I get covered escutcheons for external doors?

Yes, covered escutcheons are available and are ideal for preventing wind or draughts through keyholes on external doors.

What finishes are available?

We offer escutcheons in polished chrome, satin brass, antique black, satin nickel, and more to match your existing door hardware.

Standard Profile Escutcheons

Q: What is a standard profile escutcheon?

A standard profile escutcheon is a keyhole cover designed for 2, 3 or 5 lever mortice locks commonly used in timber doors across the UK.

Standard Profile Escutcheons – Keyhole Covers for Mortice Locks

Our collection of standard profile escutcheons is tailored for 2, 3 and 5 lever mortice locks, offering a neat, protective finish for traditional keyholes. Ideal for period and modern projects alike.

Perfect for Lever Locks and Traditional Doors

These keyhole covers for mortice locks are designed to suit sashlocks and deadlocks commonly used across UK homes and commercial settings. Whether you’re upgrading a timber front door or restoring a Victorian property, our traditional escutcheons provide the authentic look you need – compatible with cast key systems, also known as castellated keys.

Choose from decorative round or square escutcheons to complement our range of door handles on rose or pair with classic mortice knobs. We also offer covered escutcheons – ideal for use on external doors where wind or draughts may pass through an open keyhole.

Finishes to Match Every Design Scheme

Our escutcheons are available in a variety of finishes such as brass, satin nickel, antique black, polished chrome and more – helping you match perfectly with your existing door furniture or architectural ironmongery.

Complete the look with related accessories like door knockers, centre door knobs, door chains, letter plates, and cylinder pulls.

We proudly supply leading UK brands including Carlisle Brass, Heritage Brass, Frelan Hardware, and From The Anvil.

If you can't find what you're looking for, please contact us and we’ll assist you.

From The Anvil Oval Escutcheon Sku 33665

Traditional Keyhole Covers for Lever Lock Doors

Escutcheons for 2, 3 & 5 Lever Mortice Locks

Our range of standard profile escutcheons is specifically designed for UK-style 2, 3 and 5 lever mortice locks. These are commonly found on both internal and external wooden doors and are often used alongside mortice knobs and rim knobs or door handles on rose. Fitting a standard profile escutcheon helps prevent wear around the keyhole and adds a neat, decorative finish to any timber door.

These escutcheons are compatible with traditional British lock profiles, including those that use older-style cast keys — sometimes referred to as skeleton or castellated keys. Whether you're fitting a new 5 lever sash lock or restoring an antique 2 lever lock in a period property, we offer designs to suit. Choose from round or square keyhole plates in traditional or contemporary styles, with many models offering concealed fixings or covered flaps to improve insulation and weather protection on exterior doors.

Our escutcheons are designed to coordinate with your overall door furniture, making them a great choice for heritage homes, cottages, and Georgian or Victorian renovations. For builders and joiners working on full-house fits, our standard escutcheons offer reliable performance and consistent styling across multiple doors.

Supplying Traditional Escutcheons Across the UK

Decorative Keyhole Covers in Matching Finishes for Every Project

At Trade Door Handles, we offer one of the UK’s widest selections of keyhole escutcheons tailored to British lock systems. Whether you’re looking for traditional escutcheons in antique brass, polished chrome, or black iron finishes, we can help you find the right match for your door handles, knobs, and door accessories.

These escutcheons are suitable for front doors, back doors, internal lockable rooms, and even side gates where mortice locks are fitted. Covered escutcheons are particularly popular for external doors, as they reduce draughts and offer an extra layer of protection from the weather.

You can also browse our full range of matching hardware including door knockers, centre door knobs, door chains, letter plates, bell push buttons, and door bolts — all designed to complement our escutcheons in terms of finish and style.

We offer nationwide UK supply, with fast delivery and assistance available by phone or email. If you're unsure which escutcheon best suits your lock or door type, get in touch and we’ll be happy to help you choose the right product for your project.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a standard profile escutcheon?

It's a keyhole cover used with 2, 3 and 5 lever mortice locks, often found on timber internal and external doors.

Can these escutcheons be used with castellated or cast keys?

Yes — standard profile escutcheons are ideal for traditional British key shapes including castellated (skeleton-style) keys.

Are covered escutcheons available?

Yes. Covered escutcheons are a great choice for external doors as they help reduce draughts and protect the lock.

Can I match the finish to my door hardware?

We offer matching finishes across our ranges of door furniture, handles, and ironmongery.