Why Use Us?

10 good reasons why you need the services of a Registered Architectural Ironmonger to specify the correct architectural ironmongery for your building.

1. The guarantee that all your hardware specifications / schedules will be prepared by a fully qualified professional who has completed a minimum of three years of study.
2. They will be fully aware of current legislation particularly as it affects fire/life safety issues.
3. They will be fully conversant with all the latest products and technology.
4. Registered Architectural Ironmongers are fully conversant with the new European BS EN standards on builder's hardware.
5. Registered Architectural Ironmongers undertake an ongoing programme of Continuing Professional Development to maintain their status.
6. The assurance that all Registered Architectural Ironmongers are required to abide by a Code of Professional Practice
7. All Registered Architectural Ironmongers hold the recognised industry qualification:- Dip GAI. This is recognised by the Royal Institute of British Architects who also endorse the Guilds Training Programme.
8. A Registered Architectural Ironmonger is able to offer advice on all your hardware - with solutions to make your buildings work.
9. With over 200 Registered Architectural Ironmongers there will be at least one covering your area.
10. A list of all current Registered Architectural Ironmongers is maintained by the Guild and this is published on the Guild website and in promotional literature.

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