What length straight surface bolt should I choose?

Choose a longer bolt for heavier doors, gates or higher-security needs, and a compact size for cupboards or light internal doors. Check the required throw and ensure the keep aligns cleanly on a flush frame.

Can straight surface bolts be fitted vertically or horizontally?

Yes. Straight surface bolts can be fitted vertically (top/bottom) or horizontally depending on the application, provided the bolt slides cleanly into the keep or strike without binding.

Straight Surface Bolts

Straight Surface Bolts - Flush-Frame, Surface-Mounted Security

Straight Surface Bolts (surface-mounted slide bolts) deliver neat, reliable locking on flush frames for doors, windows, cupboards and gates. Smooth action, simple fitting, and finishes to suit heritage and modern schemes.

What Are Straight Surface Bolts?

A straight bolt fixes to the face of the door or frame and slides into a matching keep or strike. Typical uses include securing the inactive leaf on double doors, adding privacy on internal doors, and fastening cupboards or side gates. If your frame sits proud of the leaf, see cranked (necked) bolts. For single-handle top/bottom locking on French sets, consider espagnolette surface bolts.

Sizes, Finishes & Project Pairing

Choose lengths from compact 75 mm to 600 mm heavy-duty patterns. Finish options include Antique Black, Beeswax, Polished Brass, Polished Chrome, Polished Nickel, Satin Nickel, Satin Brass, Matt Black and 316 marine-grade stainless for coastal resilience. Coordinate with: Architectural Ironmongery, Accessories, Door Furniture and Window Furniture.

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Heritage Brass Straight Door Bolts

For solid brass straight bolts to match your door handles, see Heritage Brass straight door bolts by M.Marcus, including straight barrel bolts from 2 to 8 inch and the flat door bolt.

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Use-Cases & Benefits

Straight Surface Bolts for Flush Frames

Straight surface bolts (also called straight door bolts, straight window bolts, or surface-mounted slide bolts) secure flush door and frame alignments with a clean, minimal look. Ideal applications include the inactive leaf on double doors, internal privacy doors, cupboards and cabinets, timber gates, and window sashes.

Popular patterns include chamfered straight bolts, barrel bolts, and heavy-duty straight bolts with positive engagement. Lengths typically range from 75 mm, 100 mm, 150 mm, 200 mm, 250 mm to 600 mm, many with interchangeable surface, angle, floor or mortice keeps for vertical or horizontal fitting.

For offset frames, see Cranked (Necked) Bolts; for concealed double-door solutions, see Flush Bolts; for single-handle top/bottom locking, see Espagnolette Surface Bolts.

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Materials, Finishes & Selection

Pick the Right Length, Throw & Keep

Select bolt length to suit door height and handling—longer bodies offer smoother travel and leverage on tall doors. Ensure throw length reaches the keep without binding; align the bolt body parallel to the frame for consistent action. Choose keeps to match the situation: surface keeps for face-fix frames, angle/floor keeps when shooting into a threshold, and mortice keeps for a neat pocket. Finish choices cover heritage and contemporary schemes: Antique Black, Beeswax, Aged Brass, Pewter, Polished Brass, Polished Chrome, Polished Nickel, Satin Nickel, Satin Brass, Matt Black. For coastal or exposed sites, 316 marine-grade stainless increases corrosion resistance. Coordinate with matching hinges, latches, door handles and window fasteners via our Architectural Ironmongery and Accessories ranges. For guidance, visit our contact page.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are straight surface bolts?

Straight surface bolts are face-fitted sliding bolts for flush frames on doors, windows, cupboards and gates, offering simple, reliable security.

When should I use a straight bolt instead of a cranked bolt?

Choose a straight bolt when the door and frame are flush. Use a cranked (necked) bolt when the frame sits proud and the throw must bridge an offset.

Are there marine-grade options for coastal installations?

Yes. Marine-grade 316 stainless and durable powder-coated finishes help resist corrosion outdoors and in coastal environments.

UK-Wide Supply & Brands

Straight Surface Bolts for Homes, Heritage & Light Commercial

This collection covers common UK searches and LSI terms, including straight door bolts, straight window bolts, surface-mounted door bolts, flat surface bolts, security straight surface bolts, heavy-duty straight bolts, brass straight bolts, black straight bolts for doors, polished chrome door bolts, satin nickel straight bolts, and marine grade straight bolts (316). Compatible with leading ranges such as From The Anvil, Carlisle Brass, Heritage Brass and Frelan Hardware to deliver consistent design language across a project. Delivery available across the UK including London, Manchester, Birmingham, Leeds, Glasgow, Edinburgh and Cardiff. If you can’t find a size or finish, please contact us for tailored advice.