The various fixtures used are:
- Hinges
- Bolts
- Locks
- Handles
The most commonly used type of hinges is the butt hinge whose length varies from 1 to 20 cm. Various other types of hinges like counter flap hinges, spring hinges and parliamentary hinges are also being used.
Barrel bolts and tower bolts are the most commonly used type and their length varies from 10 to 40 cm. Hook and eye is another type which is commonly used for windows. Hasp and staple bolt and Aldrop bolt is used where padlocks are used.
Mortice locks are used for thicker doors and are embedded in the door frame. Otherwise, pad locks are also used.
FIXTURES AND FASTENINGS FOR DOORS AND WINDOWS