From Black Dragon Hardware, this Raglan black antique effect door handle is a bathroom locking version. With a traditional rectangular backplate, this style of door handle will complement any interior. Rotate the thumb turn and use with a bathroom lock to lock the door. Please note that the backplate is a standard size, not the same size as our short latch handle.
As we're in August and well into the holiday season, we just wanted to remind you that our Trade Centre is open Monday to Thursday 8 am to 4.30 pm, Friday until 4 pm and Saturday mornings 8.30-12 pm. Our Showroom hours will vary over the next couple of weeks due to staff annual holidays and will be closed from 6th August until 21st August. Our experienced Trade Centre staff will always try to help you, just please bear with us if we take a little longer than usual!
We're hiring!
Posted on 14-01-2025
We're Hiring! Are you ready for a change in 2025 ?
Make this the year you take the next big step in your career!
At Universal Hardware Supplies Ltd., we're looking for an Ironmongery Sales & Specification Consultant/Specialist to join our dynamic team and help us lead the way in 2025.
Based in Swansea, South Wales, this is a fantastic opportunity to work with a supportive team in a thriving, family-run business.
Interested? Read below for more details on how to apply. Let's make 2025 your year!
Are you ready to join a small, dynamic team in a fast-paced environment? Universal Hardware Supplies, a leading supplier of Architectural Ironmongery in South Wales, is seeking to appoint an experienced Sales and Ironmongery Specification Consultant to forge ahead in 2025. We are a long-established, independent family-run business with a thriving Trade Centre and a busy Showroom. As Ironmongery Sales and Specification Consultant, you will play a vital role in our small team, providing expert knowledge and superb customer service whilst liaising with our internal Trade team. We specify and supply architectural hardware to the Commercial, Education, Healthcare, Residential, Hospitality and Private Sectors.
Your Role:
You will use Intec Scheduling software and our system software to schedule and price Architectural Ironmongery specifications from information/plans given by clients. You will ensure that the Ironmongery specified meets the requirements of current building regulations and fire door certification whilst ensuring that company margins are protected and customer expectations are met.
You will take charge of existing clients, liaising directly with buyers and specifiers to support our quotations and develop meaningful relationships. You will be responsible for generating business from buyers and specifiers, building contractors, architects, local authorities and health boards as well as quantity surveyors, architects and end-users.
You will diligently nurture potential sales opportunities with new clients and develop new opportunities for the business, whilst maintaining a high level of professional conduct.
You will push forward with our recent project, in partnership with a local manufacturer, to provide door sets. You will represent the business at industry events.
You will collaborate with our team members to ensure smooth running of projects and follow projects through from start to completion including Ironmongery order dates and delivery dates.
Relevant Experience:
You will have relevant estimating and scheduling experience in Architectural Ironmongery
You will have experience in commercially analysing ironmongery schedules in conjunction with door schedules, general arrangement drawings, fire strategy drawings, lock suiting strategies and NBS P21 specifications. An appreciation of the criteria of L20 specifications and previous experience in supplying "Integrated Doors and Ironmongery" packages is preferable.
Ideally, you will have a GAI qualification: either Reg AI or a Diploma in Scheduling however you will be given the opportunity to study/qualify with the GAI if necessary.
Ideally, you will have a demonstrable track record in specification sales and a knowledge of local customers/companies would be advantageous.
Ideally your home base is within the greater Swansea/South Wales area and you must be fit to travel to meet clients with overnight stays once or twice a month, when needed. Your work base will be our office in Swansea. Hybrid working options can be discussed with time.
The Package:
Competitive Salary,
Christmas Hours 2024
Posted on 19-12-2024
Our Trade Centre will be closed from 1.30 pm on Monday 23rd December until 8 am on Thursday 2nd January. We will also be closed Saturday 21st December.
Our Showroom will be closed from now until Monday 6th January.
Web orders will not be processed until the New Year.
WE wish all our wonderful friends, family and customers a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!
Important Updates: Retirement, Showroom Changes and Contact Information
Posted on 06-09-2024
We would like to share some important news with you!
Firstly, Paul Thomas, our Showroom Manager, has officially retired from work! We will miss him dearly and wish him the best of luck in his new adventure in Romania with his wife and new family!
Although Paul's email messages will be monitored every few days, please contact us directly and send any urgent email enquiries to:
sales@doordecorandmore.co.uk
Secondly, we are excited to tell you that we have changed the way we work at our fabulous Showroom!
Since 2nd September, the Showroom will be by appointment only and opening hours will not be regular
All walk-in Showroom enquiries will now be handled by our skilled team at our Trade Centre. Our experienced team will be able to help you there and then or advise if you need a longer appointment with our Showroom Team. This change means that you will receive a more personalized service and dedicated time with an adviser if you need it. We're here to help, no matter the size of your enquiry.
Contact Information:
For telephone enquiries or to book appointments, please call:
01792 205050 (Showroom)
01792 700219 (Trade Centre)
Please note that whereas our Showroom hours will vary and we will respond to messages ASAP, our Trade Centre is open with the following schedule:
Trade Centre Opening Hours:
Monday to Thursday: 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Friday: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Saturday: 8:30 am - 12:00 pm
We thank you for your continued support and hope you enjoy your new experience at our still-fabulous Showroom. We are very excited to launch Door Décor & More into its next chapter!!
Kind Regards,
Angela and the Team at Door Décor & More and Universal Hardware Supplies Ltd.
