203 x 25mm Lever Action Flush Bolt Polished Brass
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Description
Reliable Inactive Leaf Security for Double Doors
Managing a busy property with pairs of internal or external doors often presents practical security and alignment challenges. When French doors or double entrance doors are closed, the secondary or slave door must remain entirely rigid and immoveable to ensure the primary active leaf latches correctly. Without a dependable locking mechanism, double doors can rattle in draughts, flex under light pressure, or leave your property vulnerable to forced entry. Surface-mounted bolts can spoil the clean sightlines of fine timber joinery, creating an untidy appearance that detracts from your interior decor.
The 203 x 25mm Lever Action Flush Bolt Polished Brass provides an elegant and mechanically dependable solution. Designed to recess directly into the edge or face of the door leaf, this flush bolt disappears into the woodwork when the doors are closed. It allows the secondary leaf to be held firmly against the frame header or threshold, establishing a solid foundation for the primary door to lock against. By sitting completely level with the timber surface, it preserves clean architectural lines while delivering robust security day after day.
Manufactured to rigorous standards, this flush bolt combines smooth mechanical operation with a classic, lustrous polished brass finish. Whether you are managing a high-end residential renovation, hanging traditional French doors, or fitting out a busy commercial premises, this hardware ensures your passive leaves remain stationary and properly aligned without compromising on style.
Key Operational Advantages
Smooth Lever Action
Featuring an integrated flip lever mechanism, this bolt extends and retracts with minimal effort. The smooth mechanical leverage avoids broken fingernails and jammed fingers, making everyday operation simple for homeowners, staff, and visitors alike.
Substantial 16mm Throw
A full 16mm bolt extension ensures deep penetration into the door frame head or the floor strike. This substantial engagement holds the passive leaf steady against wind loads, physical pressure, and daily building movement.
Timeless Polished Brass
Finished in rich, reflective polished brass, this bolt complements traditional brass door furniture, period ironmongery, and warm hardwood doors. It adds a sophisticated, high-quality touch to visible door edges.
Complete Fixing Pack
Each unit comes supplied with a matching strike plate and colour-coordinated wood screws. Installers have all the essential hardware required out of the box to complete a neat, professional installation quickly.
Installation and Operation Pipeline
Stage 1 Marking and Morticing
Position the bolt on either the top or bottom edge of the passive door leaf. Scribe around the 203mm by 25mm faceplate, then route a neat mortice pocket to a depth of 25mm. Careful preparation ensures the faceplate sits perfectly flush with the timber edge without binding.
Stage 2 Securing the Unit
Seat the bolt body into the morticed cavity and pilot-drill the fixing holes to prevent splitting fine timber. Use the supplied brass-finished screws to secure the unit firmly into place, ensuring the lever operates freely throughout its full swing without rubbing against timber edges.
Stage 3 Aligning the Strike Plate
Extend the 11mm diameter shoot bolt to mark the precise engagement point on the frame header or floor threshold. Mortice out the strike plate recess, secure the plate with the provided screws, and test that the 16mm bolt throw enters cleanly without catching.
Stage 4 Final Check and Routine Care
Operate both door leaves to confirm flawless clearance and zero interference. Clean the polished brass surface periodically with a soft dry cloth to preserve its golden shine, avoiding abrasive cleaners that might harm the protective finish.
Detailed Specifications
Review the precise physical measurements and functional characteristics below to verify that this lever action flush bolt matches your door preparation requirements.
| Specification | Dimension or Value | Practical Details |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Length | 203mm | Offers an extended reach for comfortable, easy operation on standard and tall timber doors. |
| Faceplate Width | 25mm | Standard width designed to fit neatly within the edge profile of modern and period wooden doors. |
| Wing Width | 38mm | Provides wide, stable seating wings to anchor the body securely into the door structure. |
| Mortice Depth Required | 25mm | Compact internal pocket requirement maintains structural integrity across standard timber door cores. |
| Bolt Shoot Diameter | 11mm | Stout solid shoot pin engineered to withstand shear stress and daily operational forces. |
| Bolt Throw Extension | 16mm | Deep engagement into the frame header or sill provides reliable holding force and rattle reduction. |
| Operating Mechanism | Lever Action | Smooth mechanical flip lever allows positive manual engagement and effortless release. |
| Material Finish | Polished Brass | Lustrous mirror finish suited to classic decor, period properties, and brass ironmongery schemes. |
| Fixings Included | Strike Plate and Screws | Supplied with all matching timber screws and strike plate for immediate, hassle-free fitting. |
Practical Applications and Advice
Flush bolts are an indispensable component of any pair of rebated or square-edged doors. In a typical pair of French doors or internal room dividers, one leaf remains stationary most of the time while the other leaf handles daily pedestrian traffic. Fitting two of these units, one morticed into the top edge shooting up into the frame head, and one morticed into the bottom edge shooting down into the floor, establishes a rigid, rattle-free stop. Once the slave leaf is locked tightly in position, the primary door can latch and deadbolt securely against it.
Thanks to its generous 203mm length, this bolt is particularly well suited for higher doorways where reaching a compact bolt might prove awkward. The extended faceplate brings the operating lever down to a more accessible height while giving carpenters ample fixing area to anchor the unit securely into solid timber, engineered cores, or hardwood lippings. Suitable for both domestic dwellings and commercial premises, it provides long-term reliability in homes, boutique offices, restaurants, and hospitality venues.
When selecting hardware for your project, always verify door leaf thickness and mortice depth clearances beforehand. The 25mm mortice depth fits comfortably inside common British door profiles, while the 25mm faceplate width leaves adequate timber margin on either side of the leaf edge, preserving structural strength around the mortice pocket.
Not Sure if This Flush Bolt Suits Your Doors?
Choosing the right architectural hardware can be tricky with so many door sizes, rebates, and finishes to consider. If you need advice on matching existing fittings or technical guidance on door preparation, our experienced team is here to help you get every detail right.
Contact Our TeamSpecification
| Finish | Polished Brass |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 203 x 25mm |

