Category Archives: Ironmongery

Reclaimed Ironmongery Guides

Practical guides, installation advice and project inspiration for reclaimed ironmongery — from
door handles and hinges to coat hooks, shelf brackets,
table legs and other character-led fittings.

Whether you are restoring a period property, fitting out a commercial interior, or building with reclaimed timber,
these guides are designed to help you choose the right hardware, fit it properly, and preserve the finish without
losing the character.

Choose the Right Hardware

  • Period-correct handles, knobs and latches
  • How to match finishes across a property
  • Choosing fittings for reclaimed timber and joinery

Shelf & Bracket Advice

  • What size shelf brackets for scaffold-board shelving
  • Using floating shelf brackets correctly
  • Load-bearing and fixing considerations

Restoration & Care

  • Restoring cast iron and brass finishes
  • Protecting patina without over-cleaning
  • Knowing when to restore and when to replace

Upcycling & Project Ideas

  • Using reclaimed hardware with timber and stone
  • Ideas for boot rooms, kitchens and hallway storage
  • Practical details for DIY and trade fit-outs
Tip: If your renovation uncovers spare hinges, knobs, hooks or brackets, do not scrap them.
Clean them carefully, photograph them properly, and
list them on The Reclaimed Company Marketplace
so another project can give them a second life.

Reclaimed Ironmongery Guide: Hooks, Brackets, Handles & Hardware UK

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Reclaimed Ironmongery: The Complete Guide to Hooks, Brackets, Handles & Hardware Reclaimed ironmongery brings together durability, character and purpose. From coat hooks and shelf brackets to door hardware and table legs, the right fittings don’t just finish a space — they define it. At The Reclaimed Company®, we supply ironmongery that works in real environments […]

Guide to Ironmongery | The Reclaimed Company ®

Guide to ironmongery

Navigation Home › Blog › Ironmongery › Ultimate Guide Ironmongery buying guide The Ultimate Guide to Ironmongery (Reclaimed & New) Ironmongery is the punctuation of a project—the handles, hooks, hinges, stays, brackets, backplates and legs that turn materials into living, working pieces of your home. Whether you’re building shelves from reclaimed boards, fitting out a […]

Door Handles & Backplates

Door Handles & Backplates

Ironmongery series Vintage Door Handles & Backplates: Choosing the Right Reclaimed Style Reclaimed door handles and backplates bring period authenticity, visual depth and tactile quality to doors in both traditional and modern homes. This guide explains the main styles, fixing pitches, latch types and finishes—so you can choose with confidence and avoid the common compatibility […]

The Right Reclaimed Shelf Brackets

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Scaffold-Board Shelves: The Right Reclaimed Shelf Brackets (Sizing & Installation) | The Reclaimed Company ® Home › Blog › Ironmongery › Scaffold-Board Shelves Scaffold-Board Shelves: The Right Reclaimed Shelf Brackets (Sizing & Installation) Get rock-solid, beautiful shelves using reclaimed boards and brackets. This guide covers bracket sizes for standard scaffold boards, how to fix into […]

Reclaimed Ironmongery Guide: Handles, Hinges & Hooks for Every Project

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Home › Blog › Ironmongery › Reclaimed Ironmongery Guide Reclaimed Ironmongery Guide: Handles, Hinges & Hooks for Every Project The smallest details often make the biggest difference. With reclaimed ironmongery—from shelf brackets and coat hooks to table legs—you can transform reclaimed doors, furniture and interiors with authentic style and durability. Shop Ironmongery Sell Your Ironmongery […]