finish hardware
This un-lacquered brass privacy set was manufactured using concealed sub-rosettes that hide all the fasteners on the rosettes of both the knob and turn pieces. Hinges as door stops were also finished in the same style/design as the knobs.
everything hinges on this…
This is a 6″ x 6″ full ball bearing butt hinge with over-sized ball finials. The hinge was silver plated to match the interior formal finish hardware.
cabinet hardware
Did you know that we provide cabinet hardware manufactured to the same specifications as our fine door hardware? These drop pulls were finished in a soft antique silver and installed by a local mill work shop.
custom cremone bolts
These cremone bolts were recently installed by our team on a local north shore residence. Cremone bolts are available in all of our custom finishes.
rws retires after 22 years
Robert Stroessler a veteran of Al Bar Wilmette for 22 years is retiring to live and enjoy life out west in Wyoming. Robert will be missed by our entire team and by many clients he has worked with over his career. Robert has his BS in Business and came to Wilmette after years of being in direct mail and marketing. He did everything for us at Al Bar and will be missed – We look forward to a visit from you soon!!
custom shower pulls | polished nickel
This shower pull is one of several that we manufacture and finish. This pull is available in 3 lengths for both glass doors and appliances.
offset pivot hinges (custom)
Here is an offset pivot hinge with an integrated needle bearing (for ultra smooth operation) that was made for a project on the North Shore of Chicago. We are currently working on a website dedicated to our offset pivot hinges and hardware. Until then be sure to look at our wilmette hardware site for more details on our pivots www.wilmettehardware.com/hinges/offsetpivothinge.php.
pella hardware polished nickel
These hardware sets were manufactured for a project in St. Louis, Missouri. The pella doors require hardware to work with a proprietary multi-point mechanism. Levers and backplates were all finished in polished nickel to match the interior hardware selection.
ice box hinges and hardware
Here is our traditional ice box hardware installed on an oak ice box sub-zero refrigerator. We have two sizes of traditional hinges & latches as well as a contemporary version of ice box hardware. Take a look at our hinges at www.iceboxhinges.com.
power transfer for doors
This is an EPT-10 power transfer that we like to use with our electrified exterior lock. The EPT-10 gives a concealed/clean look that will not detract (like an electrifid hinge or attached cable transfer) from your finish hardware selection.
harmon hinge install
The harmon hinge captioned here was installed in a local residence by our installers. We have several sizes of harmon hinges on display at our shop. Check out www.harmonhinge.com for more information.
traditional drop pull
This traditional drop pull was made using an existing piece of historic hardware. Dense latex molds were made and the hardware can be cast in both brass and bronze (this photo is of a brass casting). The hardware is then machined and finished by our craftsmen.
exterior gas pendant
This copper exterior lantern was prepared with a 24c auto start gas valve. We also manufacture lanterns with manual and 12v valves.
un-lacquered brass exterior hardware
This georgian inspired knob was manufactured in solid brass and finished in polished & un-lacquered brass. The patina is fabulous after only 2 months of being exposed to the elements. Chat with our staff to assist with the negatives and positives of your finish selection.
custom exterior lighting | copper
This is one of several lanterns we manufactured for a local residence. The chain detailing as well as the light fixture itself is an interpretation of a historic design. Be certain to discuss your next project with one of our crack team-members.
