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Poole Waite & Co Ltd are looking forward to welcoming SIMONSWERK UK to our showroom during Clerkenwell Design Week 19th–21st May. We will be joined by Area Sales Manager Daniel Gilson across all three days, so if you are working on a project, or just want to come and see the products in person, please come and visit our showroom. SIMONSWERK UK products on display at our showroom We will have a wide range of Simonswerk products on show including three of their most popular ranges: TECTUS — the completely concealed hinge system. When the door is closed, there's nothing to see, no visible hardware at all. Available in a wide range of load capacities and sizes, it works across everything from residential doors to heavy-duty and timber entrance doors — including fire door applications with TECTUS FR, and energy transfer systems with the TECTUS Energy. Every model shares the same clean, uniform appearance. SIMONSWERK UK TECTUS TRITECH — for heavy weight flush doors. Manufactured in the UK from extruded brass sections and accurately machined to close tolerances, these hinges are built to perform. The high copper content of brass gives them natural anti-bacterial qualities, while a special bearing technology means they can carry door weights up to 160kg. Also available in a fire rated option, independently tested and CE marked for use on both 30 and 60 minute fire resistant door sets. Available in a wide range of decorative finishes — plated, polished, or with finial tips — they're as considered in appearance as they are in performance. SIMONSWERK UK TRITECH Self-closing hinge systems for glass doors — smooth, controlled closing with no slamming and no compromise on aesthetics. Suitable for interior and exterior applications, across a wide range of finishes, and designed to work with the door rather than against it. If you're specifying glass doors and need reliable closing performance, it's well worth a conversation. SIMONSWERK UK COLCOM If you have a project coming up, a specification question, or would like to arrange a RIBA-approved CPD on hinge specification, Daniel would be happy to help. Join us at 8 Charterhouse Buildings, Goswell Road, EC1M 7AN. We hope to see you there. It all hinges on excellence. For more than 135 years, SIMONSWERK has been combining technical expertise, exceptional customer service and design standards at the highest level — bringing together our entire competence in hinge systems made in Europe under one brand.

If you are a fire door installer, office fit-out specialist, or facilities maintenance company involved in replacing large volumes of stainless steel door signage, and serious about reducing your carbon footprint, Poole Waite & Co Ltd can now offer you a smarter, greener option. Old fire door signage, degraded by cleaning and handling Why refurbish your door signage instead of replacing? The supply of new stainless steel door signage has proven to create a negative impact on the environment. Most new signs are: Manufactured overseas (often in Asia) Transported thousands of miles using land, sea, and/or air freight Packaged in non-biodegradable plastics harmful to the environment Printed with non-durable finishes that wear quickly with cleaning and handling Not only does this create avoidable waste, but it also leads to recurring replacement costs and increases your project’s environmental impact. Fully refurbished 'old to new' signage How do we refurbish your old door signage? We collect or you deliver your used signage to our London premises Discs are mechanically cleaned and degreased. They are then satin finished as standard (other finishes available include matt black, matt white, polished stainless steel and adonic bronze.) Discs are printed to our standard format. The process we use provides a highly durable finish proven to be up to 3x more hard-wearing than standard signage Each sign is supplied complete with new screws. Signs are individually packaged using starch-based biodegradable bags and 100% recycled cardboard The refurbishment process is fully undertaken within a 20-mile radius of our Central London premises, limiting overseas transportation This not only extends the life of your existing components but supports your organisation’s environmental, social, and governance (ESG) goals - a growing priority in commercial construction and fit-out projects. Whether you’re refurbishing a commercial space or outfitting a new-build development*, our eco-friendly architectural ironmongery services help you deliver sustainable outcomes. We believe that even small decisions, like how we handle signage, can have a lasting impact. *If you are unable to supply old signs, we can supply fully refurbished 'new' signs from our stocks. Our Ironmongery Refurbishment Scheme  is available now. To find out more or explore our wider range of eco-friendly ironmongery , get in touch with our sales team today. Contact sales@poolewaite.co.uk for more information.

How Building Managers & Installers Can Stay Out of Trouble and Fully Protected Fire door rules have changed. Accessibility expectations have not. As a building manager, contractor or installer, you're now responsible for ensuring that every door in your care protects lives, meets regulations—and includes everyone. If your fire door installation fails a fire audit or excludes disabled users, the consequences are on you. At Poole Waite , we help you get it right— first time, every time . Here are the top compliance hacks that will keep you fire-safe, inclusive, and legally bulletproof . Only Use Fully Tested & Classified Fire Doors From 2 March 2025 , BS 476 Parts 6 & 7 (reaction-to-fire tests) are no longer valid in England. You must use materials classified to EN 13501-1  for reaction-to-fire. However, for fire resistance  (such as fire doors), BS 476-22 remains valid until 2 September 2029 . After that, only fire doors tested to EN 1634-1  and classified under EN 13501-2 will comply. Fire Hack: Now:  You can specify fire doors tested to either BS 476-22  or EN 1634-1 . From 2 September 2029:  Only EN 1634-1 tested  and EN 13501-2 classified  fire doors will be accepted. To futureproof your projects , we recommend using EN 1634-1 tested and EN 13501-2 classified doorsets today. Always check for UKCA marks  and traceable certification . Never substitute hardware or components unless they’re part of the certified system. Poole Waite Advantage: We supply fire doors that are fully tested , third-party certified , and documented for both today’s rules and tomorrow’s requirements —so you’re always a step ahead. Fire Doors Must Also Be Accessible Under the Equality Act 2010  and Approved Document M , fire doors must support inclusive use—for all building users. Equality Hack: Opening force: ≤ 30N initial , ≤ 22.5N sustained . Use D-handles  positioned 900–1050 mm  from finished floor level. Fit vision panels  correctly sized and placed for clear line of sight. Install hold-open  or delayed-action closers  where accessibility is essential. Poole Waite Advantage: We supply doorsets that are tested for both fire performance  and accessibility —keeping you compliant from both directions. Install to BS 8214 — and Make It Usable Installation affects both life safety  and usability . Get the spec and fitting wrong, and you’re exposed. Combined Hack: Follow BS 8214 : the Code of Practice for fire door assemblies. Use delay-action  or powered closers  in accessible areas. Ensure flush thresholds or ramps where required. Install all components as tested and certified —no part swapping. Poole Waite Advantage: We provide clear install guidance and train your teams for full compliance—from frame to handle. 4. Track, Inspect, and Record — Fire and Access Inspections now require proof of both fire resistance and accessibility . Failing either could invalidate your compliance. Hack: Use checklists that include fire and access features (e.g. handle height, closer force). Log all inspections digitally and maintain service records. Store proof of certification, corrective actions, and hardware integrity. Poole Waite Advantage: Our templates and inspection tools help you document and prove total compliance—for both fire officers and access auditors. Final Word for Building Managers & Installers Your fire doors must now be: EN 13501-1 classified  (reaction-to-fire – mandatory now) EN 1634-1 tested and EN 13501-2 classified  (fire resistance – mandatory from 2029) Accessible under Approved Document M and Equality Act 2010 Properly installed and documented under BS 8214 and Building Reg 38 At Poole Waite , we keep your teams protected—on fire safety, on equality, and on every door you're responsible for.

Ilona Rose House Location: London, UK Type: Commercial Office Block Date: 2023 We are proud to have supplied bespoke, Antimicrobial Matt Black ironmongery for the common areas and fit out of Ilona Rose House. A stunningly original vision by architects MATT Architecture for Soho Estates Limited , fitted out by Faithdean Plc & Choice Interior Solutions. This ironmongery has been coated using our unique blended formula, which has been tested to ISO 21702 and proven to kill COVID-19, MRSA, E. coli and many more harmful bacteria and viruses.

Hillside House Location: North Hertfordshire, UK Type: Residential Date: 2007 New build home by architects Jeremy King Architects for a retired couple on a plot of land situated in a central village location in North Hertfordshire. The accommodation included four bedrooms, two bathrooms, a generous living space, a separate drawing room, office and double garage. The project was featured in Grand Designs Magazine. Ironmongery supplied by Poole Waite & Co Ltd Main contractor Conamar Building Services Images by Charlotte Wood

The Specifier Hub is here to help you build on architectural and antimicrobial ironmongery design knowledge and learn about how Poole Waite & Co Ltd can help your projects. Welcome to the Specifier Hub Built for architects, specifiers and interior design professionals, the Specifier Hub is here to help you build on architectural and antimicrobial ironmongery design knowledge and learn about how Poole Waite can help your projects. Exclusive content for Architects, Interior Designers, and other professionals Contact us to discuss your project GET IN TOUCH Supporting your projects since 1935. We have 88 years of experience working with some of the UK’s leading architects, office fit out companies, house builders, designers and other professionals to deliver quality architectural ironmongery and expert advice. Finishes guide Discover our range of architectural ironmongery finishes and powder coating services for bespoke colours for your projects. FIND OUT MORE Additional services How can Poole Waite & Co Ltd help you and your projects? FIND OUT MORE Technical specifications: coming soon As members of the GAI since 1989, we offer the most up to date advice and technical knowledge in the industry. WATCH THIS SPACE CPDs: coming soon Poole Waite's CPD sessions are created to help you specify fire door ironmongery, and our pioneering Antimicrobial ironmongery. WATCH THIS SPACE Latest from the journal News, knowledge and more from within the industry Refurbished Eco-friendly "Old to New" Fire Door & Office Signage Take advantage of our ironmongery refurbishment scheme to replace your door signs in a smart, green way. Sep 2 2 min read Adonic Matt Bronze Ironmongery: The Design Advantage You Didn’t Know You Had You may have been choosing Matt Bronze hardware for its style, but did you know it supports inclusive, neurodiverse-friendly design too? Aug 28 2 min read Adonic Matt Bronze: The Ironmongery Finish Everyone’s Talking About in Clerkenwell — And Why The high-shine metallics that once defined modern interiors are giving way to something softer and more tactile. Enter Matt Adonic Bronze. Aug 14 3 min read VIEW ALL ARTICLES Senior Project Manager, Overbury “Wow, that is good service. I had forgotten how good you guys are" Case Studies Ilona Rose House, Central London We are proud to have supplied bespoke, antimicrobial matt black ironmongery for the common areas and fit out of Ilona Rose House. A stunningly original vision by architects MATT Architecture for Soho Estates Limited, fitted out by Faithdean Plc & Choice Interior Solutions. A Second Home, South East London Poole Waite are keen to support small businesses with antimicrobial ironmongery services. We powder coated A Second Home in Orpington's bathroom hardware and front entrance hardware with matt black antimicrobial technology. These grab rails are now 99.99% effective at killing most if not all bacteria, to give users hygienic protection when visiting these facilities. Old Gramophone Works Building, West London Graham Construction & Poole Waite lead the way with antimicrobial ironmongery at this former vinyl factory alongside the Grand Union Canal. Fire Door Experts supplied and fit our antimicrobial ironmongery as part of a timber door package for 135 fire door-sets, comprising a mix of non-fire rated, FD30 and FD60 door-sets supplied by specialist door manufacturer, Humphrey & Stretton plc. Waltham Forest Town Hall, North London Poole Waite restored the original ironmongery for this Grade II listed town hall, including door pull handles and finger plates. Works were completed on behalf of Washroom Washroom, working with the main contractors ISG. The refurbishment of the building was overseen by architects Hawkins\Brown. ALL PROJECTS Who we work with Stay up to date Name Email Subscribe Thanks for subscribing!