What are the door knob trends in 2026?

10 Of The Best Door Knobs To Buy In 2026 (With Styles & Finishes To Match Any Home)

Door knobs are back in a big way—especially in heritage homes, modern-renovation hybrids, and design-led interiors where you want hardware to feel intentional. Below are 10 standout door knobs from Door Furniture Direct, chosen for real customer appeal: a mix of classic materials, contemporary finishes, and practical “what does it work with?” guidance.

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Our 10 featured door knob picks

White Porcelain Mortice Door Knob Set 60mm

A timeless cottage-and-classic favourite. Porcelain suits painted doors beautifully and is a great way to soften a room with a traditional touch—ideal for bedrooms, studies and period-style renovations.

Best for: cottage / farmhouse / classic interiors • Style: mortice knob (pair)

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Satin Stainless Steel 55mm Ball Mortice Door Knobs

Clean, modern, and hard-wearing. Satin stainless steel is a brilliant choice for contemporary homes and high-traffic areas— especially where you want a practical finish that still looks premium.

Best for: modern interiors • kitchens / utility areas • Style: ball knob (pair)

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Polished Chrome Rim Lock and Reeded Rim Knob Set

Perfect if you’re upgrading traditional internal doors that use rim locks. The reeded knob adds texture (a big trend) while polished chrome keeps it bright and smart.

Best for: rim lock doors • traditional homes • Style: rim lock + rim knob set

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Satin Chrome Victoria Mortice Door Knob Set 55mm

A dependable, “goes with everything” option. Satin chrome is ideal if you want a modern look without the mirror shine of polished finishes—great for understated interiors.

Best for: modern & transitional homes • Style: classic round knob (pair)

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Satin Brass Step Mortice Door Knobs 60mm

If you want the warmth of brass without high-shine, satin brass is the sweet spot. The step profile feels contemporary and looks especially good on modern panel doors.

Best for: modern-renovation homes • warm metallic schemes • Style: contemporary mortice knob (pair)

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Heritage V971 Antique Brass Reeded Door Knobs 60mm

A strong “heritage meets texture” pick. The reeded pattern adds grip and detail, while antique brass brings a softer, aged character that suits older properties and traditional styling.

Best for: period homes • heritage styling • Style: reeded mortice knob (pair)

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Suffolk Satin Nickel Oval Mortice Door Knobs

An elegant alternative to round knobs. Satin nickel has a warmer tone than chrome, and the oval silhouette is a simple way to make a door feel more design-led without going “too modern”.

Best for: transitional interiors • softer metallic palettes • Style: oval mortice knob (pair)

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Rustic Pewter Alveley Round Mortice Door Knobs 55mm

A premium, characterful choice with a beautiful lived-in look. Rustic pewter is ideal when you want hardware that feels substantial and adds depth to wood tones, stone floors, and rustic schemes.

Best for: rustic / industrial / country • Style: round mortice knob (pair)

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316 Stainless Steel Centre Door Knob 75mm

A top pick for modern front doors—especially coastal or exposed locations. Grade 316 stainless steel is chosen for corrosion resistance, and a centre knob gives your entrance a confident, architectural focal point.

Best for: external doors • modern entrances • Style: centre door knob (fixed)

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Matt Black Princess Centre Door Knob 73mm

Matt black is still a leading trend—and a centre knob is one of the simplest ways to make a front door feel more premium. The Princess profile adds a subtle traditional note while staying clean and bold.

Best for: contemporary front doors • monochrome schemes • Style: centre door knob (fixed)

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Quick buying guide: choosing the right door knob

1) Check the door type (mortice vs rim lock vs centre knob)

Mortice knobs are the most common for internal doors—used with tubular latches or mortice locks.
Rim knobs are used with rim locks (often on older internal doors).
Centre knobs are usually fixed (don’t operate a latch) and are used as a pull on front doors.

2) Pick a finish that matches your interior style

Porcelain: classic, soft, and perfect on painted doors.
Satin chrome / satin nickel: understated modern metallics (nickel reads warmer).
Satin brass / antique brass: warm heritage tones and a more premium feel.
Rustic pewter: texture and depth—ideal for rustic, industrial and country schemes.
Stainless steel: clean, durable, and excellent for busy homes (and external use for 316 grade).
Matt black: bold contrast and one of the most popular contemporary choices.

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