UAP Victorian Urn Door Knocker

UAP Victorian Urn Door Knocker – Bolt-Through Fix | 162mm | uPVC & Timber Doors

Add a touch of timeless Victorian elegance to your entrance — a classically styled door knocker built to last and finished to impress.

The UAP Victorian Urn Door Knocker brings enduring character to any front door, combining an intricate urn-shaped silhouette with robust, corrosion-resistant construction. Finished with a highly durable electrophoretic coating and salt spray tested to ASTM B117 for 480 hours, this knocker is engineered to withstand the British weather without fading, rusting, or deteriorating over time.

Measuring 162mm (approximately 6.25 inches) in length with fixing centres at 100mm, the bolt-through design ensures a secure, permanent fit on doors up to 75mm thick — making it suitable for uPVC, composite, and timber doors alike. The supplied nylon through bolts eliminate the risk of cold bridging, condensation, or corrosion behind the door, a common problem with standard metal fixings. Whether you're refreshing the entrance of a period property or adding character to a modern home, the Victorian Urn Knocker makes an immediate and lasting impression.

Key Benefits:

• Corrosion-Resistant Electrophoretic Coating – The highly durable electrophoretic finish protects against moisture and oxidation, ensuring the knocker retains its polished appearance through years of outdoor exposure.
• Salt Spray Tested to ASTM B117 (480 Hours) – Independently tested for corrosion resistance to a recognised international standard, giving you confidence in long-term performance in coastal or exposed locations.
• Nylon Through Bolts – No Condensation or Rust – The flexi nylon bolt fixings prevent cold bridging and eliminate the rust transfer and internal condensation caused by standard metal through bolts — a significant advantage on uPVC doors.
• Versatile Door Compatibility – Accommodates doors up to 75mm thick, making it suitable for uPVC, composite, and timber door constructions without modification.
• Bolt-Through Security Fix – The through-bolt fixing method provides a much more secure and permanent attachment than surface-only adhesive or short-screw alternatives, with no risk of the knocker pulling away from the door over time.
• Complete Colour-Matched Fixing Pack – Supplied with matching caps, washers, and nylon through bolts so the finished installation looks clean and professional from both sides of the door.
• Classic Design, Broad Kerb Appeal – The timeless Victorian urn silhouette complements period and contemporary properties alike, enhancing first impressions without the need for full door replacement.

Product Specifications:

• Brand: UAP
• Style: Victorian Urn
• Fixing Method: Bolt-through
• Length: 162mm (approx. 6.25 inches)
• Width: 72mm
• Fixing Centres: 100mm
• Maximum Door Thickness: 75mm
• Base Material: Metal
• Finish: Electrophoretic coating (highly polished)
• Corrosion Testing: ASTM B117 salt spray tested – 480 hours
• Fixings Supplied: Nylon through bolts, matching caps and washers
• Door Compatibility: uPVC, composite, and timber doors

Please measure your door thickness and confirm fixing centre spacing before ordering. The distance between fixing centres is 100mm — ensure your door can accommodate this before drilling.

Pro Tips:

Pro Tip: When fitting the nylon through bolts, tighten the nuts firmly by hand and then just a quarter-turn with a spanner — do not overtighten. Excessive torque can crack or deform the nylon bolts, compromising both the fixing strength and the weather-tight seal behind the knocker plate.

Package Contents:

• 1 × UAP Victorian Urn Door Knocker (162mm)
• 2 × Nylon through bolts
• 2 × Matching caps and washers

Frequently Asked Questions:

Will this door knocker fit a uPVC door?
Yes — this knocker is specifically designed for bolt-through installation on uPVC doors. The supplied nylon through bolts are used in place of metal fixings to prevent condensation and cold bridging on the interior face of the door. Your door must be at least 100mm wide at the chosen fixing point to accommodate the bolt centres, and no more than 75mm thick.

Why are nylon bolts used instead of metal ones?
Metal through bolts on uPVC doors can conduct cold from outside to inside the door, causing condensation on the interior nut and washer. They can also corrode over time, leading to rust staining on both sides of the door. Nylon bolts eliminate both of these issues entirely — they don't conduct temperature and cannot rust.

Is this knocker suitable for a composite door?
Yes, provided the door is no more than 75mm thick and you can drill through to accommodate the through bolts. Most standard composite doors fall within this thickness range, but it's worth confirming your door's specification before ordering. Timber doors are also fully compatible.

Does this knocker suit a modern home, or is it only for period properties?
The Victorian Urn design works well on both. Its clean, highly polished finish and classic proportions complement period townhouses and Victorian terraces naturally, but the refined silhouette also adds understated elegance to contemporary doors — particularly in anthracite grey, black, or red — where a traditional-style knocker creates a deliberate stylistic contrast.

Is a door viewer or number plate included?
No — this listing is for the door knocker only. If you need a matching letter plate, door viewer, or house number, UAP offer a range of coordinating door furniture that can be purchased separately to create a consistent look across your entrance.

Why Choose the UAP Victorian Urn Door Knocker?

UAP are a UK-based door hardware manufacturer with a strong reputation for producing products that balance traditional aesthetics with modern durability standards. The Victorian Urn Door Knocker is a testament to that approach — it looks the part on day one and continues to do so years later, thanks to its electrophoretic coating and corrosion-tested construction. For anyone looking to refresh their front door without the cost of full replacement, a well-chosen knocker makes a disproportionate impact on first impressions. Finished in a rich, highly polished coating and backed by genuine engineering credentials, this is a piece of door furniture that earns its place on any entrance.