M1001CP Queen Anne Mortice Door Knob Polished Chrome
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Description
Timeless Period Character Meets Modern Reliability
Selecting architectural hardware for classic properties or modern interiors often presents a practical dilemma. Many property owners want the rich decorative warmth of heritage brassware, yet modern day renovations demand reliable security, certified fire resistance, and effortless everyday operation. Standard door handles often look out of place in period renovations, whilst delicate antique fittings frequently fail to meet the rigorous structural demands of busy residential homes and commercial workspaces.
The M1001CP Queen Anne Mortice Door Knob Polished Chrome bridges this gap by pairing authentic historical styling with robust contemporary engineering. Inspired by the classic concentric reeding of the Queen Anne era, this fitting brings tactile character to interior doorways while offering a bright, mirror like reflective finish that complements contemporary chrome fixtures. Built to withstand continuous daily use, it gives you the refined aesthetic of authentic period design without sacrificing durability, balance, or modern safety standards.
Whether you are outfitting a busy boutique office, modernising a Victorian townhouse, or restoring an Edwardian family home, this door knob suite provides a cohesive architectural look. It adapts effortlessly to either mortice latch configurations or traditional rim locks, ensuring you achieve a uniform visual profile throughout your entire property while enjoying dependable mechanical performance backed by a comprehensive ten year guarantee.
Key Architectural and Operational Qualities
Classic Reeded Tactile Grip
The defining feature of this Queen Anne knob is its fine concentric ribbed surface. This textured detailing feels substantial and tactile in the palm of your hand, providing a comfortable, non slip grip every time you turn the handle. The pattern captures natural light from every angle, creating a distinctive look across the face of the door.
Coordinated Rose Detailing
A major advantage of this design is the unified appearance between the knob and the circular rose plate. The same stepped, reeded profile found on the grip is mirrored around the perimeter of the backplate. This harmonious arrangement ensures that the entire assembly looks deliberate, balanced, and visually integrated against the timber door face.
Lustrous Polished Chrome Finish
Finished in high grade polished chrome, this door knob offers a brilliant, highly reflective surface that works well across diverse interior palettes. It contrasts beautifully with deep painted timbers such as navy or forest green, while pairing seamlessly with modern chrome electrical sockets, bathroom taps, and modern light fittings.
Fire Door Certified Security
Safety is vital when upgrading internal ironmongery. The M1001CP is fully fire door rated, meaning it is certified for use on designated fire resistant doors in residential apartments, shared hallways, and commercial properties. You can maintain strict safety compliance without compromising on decorative style.
Step-by-Step Installation and Specification Guide
Stage 1: Latch Selection and Backset Depth
Because this door knob features an unsprung mechanism, it requires a heavy duty sprung tubular mortice latch or lockcase to return the knob smoothly to its original position. We recommend installing a latch with an extended backset of at least 75mm or 100mm, which positions the knob away from the door frame to prevent knuckles catching on the architrave.
Stage 2: Preparation and Alignment
Mark your fixing positions accurately on both faces of the timber door. Ensure the supplied central steel spindle passes cleanly through the latch follower without binding. Correct alignment prevents internal friction, ensuring a light, fluid rotation that preserves the internal mechanism over years of daily handling.
Stage 3: Fastening and Securing the Rose
Secure the round rose plates to the door surface using the included matching wood screws. Make sure the rose sits completely flat against the timber face before tightening down the grub screws onto the spindle. This rigid connection eliminates loose play, giving the handle assembly a firm, solid feel in operation.
Stage 4: Care and Routine Maintenance
Maintaining the bright chrome mirror finish is simple and quick. Wipe the knobs occasionally with a clean, dry, lint free cloth to remove natural finger marks. Applying a non abrasive wax polish periodically helps protect the plating from airborne moisture and everyday grease, keeping the hardware looking brand new.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Rating or Standard | Practical Details |
|---|---|---|
| Product Model | Queen Anne Suite | Model code M1001CP |
| Finish | Electroplated Chrome | High reflective mirror shine |
| Fire Rating | Fire Door Rated | Suitable for commercial and domestic fire doors |
| Mechanical Guarantee | 10 Year Guarantee | Covers mechanical functionality under normal use |
| Mechanism Type | Unsprung | Requires heavy sprung mortice latch or rim lock |
| Knob Diameter | 52mm | Comfortable spherical palm profile |
| Rose Diameter | 59mm | Circular base with matching reeded outer edge |
| Total Projection | 75mm | Generous clearance away from the door surface |
| Mounting Compatibility | Dual Application | Configurable as mortice or surface mounted rim knob |
| Supplied Contents | Complete Pair | Includes standard spindle and matching wood fixings |
Why Choose This Fitting for Your Project
The M1001CP Queen Anne Mortice Door Knob Polished Chrome provides an ideal balance of visual presence and everyday functionality. Here are several reasons why builders, interior designers, and discerning homeowners choose this model:
- Dual compatibility lets you fit the knobs to standard mortice latches or pair them with traditional rim locks on heritage doors.
- The 52mm knob diameter provides a reassuring, comfortable grip for both family members and visiting guests.
- A generous 75mm projection gives plenty of clearance for your fingers, preventing knocks against the door face.
- The polished chrome finish provides long lasting protection against tarnish, requiring only simple cleaning to maintain its shine.
- Rigorous testing allows full compliance on fire rated entrance and corridor doors across private and commercial developments.
- Every pair comes complete with all necessary fixings and a connecting spindle for straightforward installation straight from the box.
Need Expert Guidance on Your Door Hardware?
If you are unsure whether this Queen Anne door knob suits your door thickness, need advice on choosing the right mortice latch, or are planning a comprehensive ironmongery schedule for an entire property renovation, our experienced team at Doorfit is ready to assist you.
Contact Our TeamSpecification
| Manufacturer | Carlisle Brass |
|---|---|
| Finish | Polished Chrome |
| Guarantee | 10 Year |
| Backplate Dimensions | 59 |
| Knob Diameter (mm) | 52 |

