Our Favorite Door Knockers: Designer Picks
By: Britteny
Door knockers are one of those design elements that can be both functional and decorative. In addition to providing guests with a way to alert homeowners of their presence, knockers also add visual interest to the door they’re situated on.
If you’re considering adding a door knocker to your home or want to replace your old one, keep reading to see all our favorites. Whether you have a modern farmhouse, traditional ranch, or another home style, this roundup of designer-approved door knockers has something for everyone.
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#1 // Venetian Bronze Ring Door Knocker
We love the softness and curves of this ring-shaped door knocker. The design is simple and elegant, meaning this piece will enhance your entry area without distracting from other surrounding elements. It comes in multiple finishes, such as Venetian bronze (pictured), chrome, and polished nickel, so it will work well with a variety of color palettes and house styles.
#2 // Nautical Ships Anchor Door Knocker
This nautical-themed door knocker is perfect for beachy, coastal homes. Shaped like a ship anchor, this heavy-duty knocker is made from solid brass and features a gold finish.
#3 // Aged Bronze Mission Door Knocker
This sleek piece of hardware is an excellent option if your home leans contemporary. It has clean lines and will look lovely juxtaposed with other natural materials frequently used on contemporary home exteriors, such as wood and concrete. The aged bronze finish adds a touch of warmth to this sophisticated door knocker. If you’re not a fan of bronze, it also comes in brushed nickel.
#4 // Aged Bronze Modern Avalon Door Knocker
This door knocker would look right at home on the front door of a modern home. Its simple geometric design is classy and striking. This door knocker is available in two finishes — aged bronze (pictured) and brushed nickel.
Wondering what’s the difference between modern and contemporary design? We break down everything you need to know here.
#5 // Baldwin Tahoe Style Solid Brass Door Knocker
This minimalist door knocker is a great option for all sorts of homes, from contemporary to transitional and many others. Adding to its versatility, it comes in a wide variety of finishes to complement any exterior color palette.
#6 // Baldwin Colonial Style Door Knocker
As you might have guessed based on its name, we recommend this door knocker for Colonial-style homes. This door knocker also includes an integrated viewer, which is nice to have if your door lacks glass panels or sidelites you can peek out of before answering. This door knocker also has numerous finishes to choose from.
#7 // Large Neoclassical Brass Door Knocker
The intricate design of this door knocker makes it one of the more unique choices on our list. The back plate features an egg and leaf motif, while the loop handle has a repeating teardrop pattern.
#8 // Brass Lion’s Head Door Knocker
A lion’s head door knocker is said to act as a guardian of the home. This elaborate door knocker style features intricate details and exudes a regal vibe. We’re picturing this door knocker on a Victorian home, though it would work on other home styles as well.
#9 // Doctors’ Door Knocker
As the name implies, doctors’ door knockers were originally used to identify the door of a doctor’s home. Nowadays, the timeless style is popular among homeowners of all professions — not just doctors. Choose from a polished or antique brass, Venetian bronze, or satin nickel finish.
#10 // Michael Healy Fleur de Lys Door Knocker
This Fleur-de-Lys style door knocker is artfully designed with whimsical details and a high-polish finish. It would fit in particularly well on a French colonial home but could work for other house styles as well.
#11 // Ivoryton II Style Solid Brass Door Knocker
For those looking to add a personal touch to their front door, consider this door knocker with a custom engraving option. Your last name, address, or whatever you choose to engrave will pop nicely against the solid matte finish of this bronze door knocker. This would also make a great gift for a friend or family member buying their first home.
#12 // Star Door Knocker
This door knocker is reminiscent of the decorative barn stars often seen on farmhouses and country homes. This item is made from cast iron and carefully hand-painted and distressed with sandpaper to give it an antique look. We love its Americana feel and the fact that it comes in so many different colors, from Coal Black (seen above) and Classic Rust to Ocean Mist and Almond Milk.
Our favorite door knockers
Some updates to your home’s exterior can take weeks or months to complete, while others can be done in a weekend. Installing a door knocker falls into the latter camp. So if you’re looking for an easy, affordable way to spruce up your exterior, consider purchasing one of the door knockers on this list.
Looking for another way to update your front door? Check out our roundup of our favorite year round front door wreaths.
Items like door knockers can enhance your home’s exterior, but they won’t completely transform your curb appeal. A brick&batten design can though. We’ll take all elements of your exterior into consideration and create a fresh new look. We’ll also provide a shoppable resource list with everything featured in our design so you can easily bring it to life. Begin your exterior design project today.
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