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deming flush pulls | cast bronze

Posted on April 3rd, by gbettenhausen in Finishes, Recent Projects. No Comments

These are the raw castings of pocket door hardware we are making for a Chicago project. They will be finished in a soft ‘butler’ bronze and hand waxed.



screen door latch

Posted on April 2nd, by gbettenhausen in Interesting Hardware. No Comments

This fine screen door latch is available in several back-sets for various door conditions. We would love to help you select hardware and finishes for your next project. Our finishes and plating is second to none.



solid brass | polished & un-lacquered

Posted on April 1st, by gbettenhausen in Recent Projects. No Comments

This fine door knob was finished by our staff at Al Bar Wilmette. It was part of a complete restoration project in one of the period apartment buildings here in Chicago, Illinois. Al Bar works with homeowners, designers, builders and architects to select, manage and complete hardware restoration projects. Be certain to visit our shop in Wilmette if you are ever in the Chicago area.





a few of our latest projects...

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