Antique Surface Catches

Size

• Overall:3-1/8" Long x 1-3/8" Wide

Antique Brass Surface Catches are a favorite style used on furniture of the 19th century. They were originally used on kitchens cabinets, cupboards, dry sinks, pie safes and other antique cabinet doors. 

Antique Surface Catches are made of cast brass with embossed design. Finish is darkened to appear old. Spring loaded release knob assures cabinet door fastens securely.

Install Surface Catch

• For left and right hand doors - Surface mount
• Determine placement of catch, typically placed slightly above mid-height of door
• Catch mounts to cabinet door, strike to door stile. When mounting, catch and strike should each be set back 1/16" from respective edges. Result is 1/8" between the two pieces.
• Mark and drill pilot holes
• Mount surface catch