Supplying architects, contractors, and developers across the UK with premium ironmongery — from lever handles to complete access control systems. Fifty years of expertise, from our base in Croydon.
Beaver Architectural Ironmongery has been supplying the construction industry for over 50 years. From our base in Croydon, we work alongside architects, main contractors, and developers to specify, supply, and support hardware on projects of every scale.
We pride ourselves on knowing our products inside out — and understanding the buildings they go into. Whether you need a single lever handle or a complete ironmongery schedule for a 200-unit development, we're here to help.
We produce detailed ironmongery schedules to match your architectural drawings, ensuring specification accuracy from the outset. Every door, every leaf, every closer — documented with precision to avoid costly site errors.
Direct supply from leading manufacturers including ASSA ABLOY, Dorma Kaba, Allegion, and Carlisle Brass. We manage procurement, quality checking, and timely delivery to site or your warehouse.
From audio/visual entry systems to biometric readers and automatic door operators, we specify and supply full access control solutions. We work with you to design systems that are both secure and compliant with current building regulations.
Our team can carry out comprehensive site surveys to assess existing ironmongery and advise on replacements, upgrades, or new installations. Ideal for refurbishment projects or compliance assessments on occupied buildings.
We stand behind every product we supply. Our team is on hand post-delivery to resolve any technical issues or fulfilment queries. If something isn't right, we'll make it right — quickly and without fuss.
Dedicated account management for contractors and developers, with bulk pricing, credit terms, and project-specific support. Your account manager knows your project and your preferences — no need to start from scratch every time.
An extensive range of premium ironmongery products, specified for every door type, building use, and finish — from polished brass to satin stainless.
Lever handles, knob sets, pull handles, door knockers, letterplates, and escutcheons across a full range of architectural finishes.
Audio/visual entry systems, proximity readers, biometrics, electromagnetic locks, automatic openers, and full access control solutions.
Mortice locks, rim locks, deadbolts, padlocks, door closers, hinges, floor springs, pivot sets, and overhead door controls.
Patch fittings, frameless glass door hardware, spider fittings, glass hinges, and specialist ironmongery for frameless and all-glass installations.
Grab rails, cubicle hardware, indicator bolts, coat hooks, and full accessibility ironmongery compliant with Part M and BS 8300.
Anti-ligature levers, locks, hooks and door furniture for mental-health, healthcare and secure environments — designed to reduce risk and meet HTM and safer-design guidance.
Architectural wayfinding and door signage — room numbering, statutory and fire-door signage, tactile and Braille options — coordinated with your ironmongery schedule and finishes.
Unlock by phone, smartwatch, fob or PIN — no physical key required.
Grant or revoke access remotely, in real time, from anywhere.
See exactly who entered, and when, across every door.
Update credentials instantly — no re-keying, no replacement keys.
Approved Installer
The right operator for the door, traffic level and use — swing, sliding or low-energy.
Full installation to manufacturer specification, integrated with your entrance and access control.
Set up, safety-tested and handed over with documentation ready for sign-off.
Every automatic door meets the current safety standard for powered pedestrian doors.
Send us your floor plans and architectural drawings at any stage — from early design through to tender or construction.
We work through every door and opening with you, discussing finishes, quality, security requirements and budget.
You receive a detailed, fully coordinated ironmongery schedule and an itemised quotation — clear, compliant and obligation-free.
On approval we procure, quality-check and deliver to your programme — backed by responsive after-sales support throughout.
West Slope is a major new student residential village at the University of Sussex, delivering hundreds of new bed spaces across a landscaped campus setting. The development combines contemporary student accommodation with shared social and study spaces, designed to create a genuine sense of community within the wider university campus.
Beaver supplied the complete ironmongery package across all residential blocks, communal buildings, and amenity spaces. The specification prioritised durability and security, with a consistent satin stainless finish throughout — suitable for the high-footfall, 24-hour nature of student residential environments. Fire door hardware and door closer scheduling were coordinated closely with the contractor's programme across multiple phased handovers.
Beaver also supplied and specified the SALTO access control system across the development, integrating mobile and keyless entry with the communal and residential door hardware for a single, coordinated security package.
Formerly a London Fire Brigade training centre, Brigade Court is an exceptional conversion project that transformed a historic operational building into high-quality residential apartments. The project required ironmongery that respected the building's industrial heritage while meeting the expectations of a premium London residential development.
Beaver specified a satin stainless steel package throughout, complementing the exposed brick and concrete interiors characteristic of the original structure. The access control system was integrated with a bespoke concierge entry solution appropriate for the scheme's security brief.
The Isambard Complex Student Village at Brunel University, designed by Stride Treglown Ltd, is a modern student accommodation campus providing a self-contained living environment across multiple interconnected blocks. Beaver produced a comprehensive ironmongery schedule covering all residential, communal, and academic spaces — balancing durability for high-traffic student use with the clean contemporary aesthetic of the architecture.
Key considerations included fire door compliance across all residential corridors, accessible washroom hardware throughout, and a cost-effective lever handle specification that would withstand intensive daily use without premature wear.
Beaver also supplied and specified the SALTO access control system throughout the complex, bringing keyless and mobile entry to the residential blocks. The site carries a notable legacy, having originally served as athletes’ accommodation during the London 2012 Olympic Games before its conversion to permanent student housing.
A landmark residential development in the heart of Leeds, Granary Wharf presented the full spectrum of ironmongery challenges: high-spec apartment entrance hardware, secure communal access control, and period-sympathetic fittings for the retained Victorian granary warehouses on the waterfront.
Our schedule covered over 400 individual door sets across the residential towers and the converted heritage buildings, specifying marine-grade stainless steel throughout to withstand the canal-side environment — while ensuring finishes remained consistent with the luxury positioning of the development. Delivery was phased to eliminate on-site storage requirements.
The Royal Star & Garter is a landmark Edwardian building of the highest architectural significance, converted into luxury retirement apartments. The ironmongery specification demanded an exceptional level of care: every item had to reflect the grandeur of the building's public spaces while delivering the accessibility and ease-of-use critical for the elderly residents who would call it home.
Polished brass ironmongery was specified throughout the communal areas, with lever-on-rose sets chosen for both aesthetic quality and ergonomic performance. All hardware was selected for full compliance with BS 8300 accessibility standards.
A flagship headquarters fit-out for one of the UK's fastest-growing fintech businesses, demanding a refined, hard-wearing ironmongery specification to match a high-profile workplace interior.
Beaver supplied the architectural ironmongery, including bespoke knurled pull and lever handles from its matt black range — all specifically tailored to the requirements of this landmark Cat B project.
A landmark workplace within the regenerated Battersea Power Station, where exacting design standards called for a precise, premium ironmongery specification.
Beaver supplied and scheduled the architectural ironmongery package, working to demanding tolerances and finish requirements throughout the fit-out.
Whether you're an architect, contractor, or developer, our team is on hand Monday to Friday to help with specifications, orders, and technical queries.