Fingerplates, also known as door plates and push plates, appeared in the 1800s.  Initially they served a functional purpose which was to prevent unwanted marks from the dailly contact of fingers on the doors of entrance halls and better rooms. Our fingerplates combine quality with durability. They will give any door a face-lift and they will last a lifetime. The fingerplates made from malleable iron have been hand forged in a British foundry using traditional methods which are over 100 years old. Malleable iron is particularly suitable for the production of builder's ironmongery because of it's strength and durability. In conclusion, our fingerplates are allow you to add indviduality to any door whilst reminaing perfectly functional.