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Retailers Guide to Locks, Latches and Hardware
In hardware retail, the simplest items often drive the most consistent sales. Locks, latches, hinges, handles, bolts, and fittings are the everyday items customers need. This guide explores products from Samson serving as a valuable educational tool
Samson - Trusted Strength in Every Fitting
Samson, supplied through Boltfix, is a cornerstone brand in ironmongery, offering retailers a dependable, wide-ranging hardware solution. While the full range is extensive, the core retail categories include Padlocks & Security Hardware, Door & Gate Fittings, Window Fittings, and Cabinet & Furniture Fittings.
Padlocks and Security Hardware
Samson delivers reliable, price-friendly security options for domestic, commercial, and outdoor use:
Discus Padlocks
Rounded, tamper-resistant design for chains, gates, and garages.
Shutter/Insurance Padlocks
Heavy-duty protection for roller shutters and commercial sites.
Conventional Padlocks
Everyday general-purpose locks in multiple sizes and shackles.
Waterproof Padlocks
Rust-resistant with protective coating for outdoor or coastal areas.
All built with meticulous attention to detail ensuring longevity.
Door and Gate Fittings
Functional, tough, and retailer-friendly:
Hinges
Butt, flush, ball-bearing, and aluminium options in multiple finishes for everything from heavy doors to cupboards and coastal installations.
Pad Bolts and
Gate Latches
Outdoor best-sellers, padlock-ready, durable, and available in many sizes.
Barrel Bolts
Simple, essential internal-use security in assorted sizes and finishes.
Window Fittings
Designed for smooth function and neat finishes across wooden, steel and aluminium frames:
Peg Stays
Traditional adjustable arm for wooden windows.
Friction Stays
Modern concealed hinges with friction control, ideal for aluminium frames.
Sliding Stays
Sleek, adjustable modern alternative to peg stays.
Window Handles
Various materials and finishes, with retailer-critical specs such as hole spacing, and handing clearly defined.
Cabinet and Furniture Fittings
A balance of style and durability offering strong upsell opportunities:
Knobs
Simple, stylish options in brass, chrome, zinc, and matte finishes.
Pulls and Handles
From modern bar handles to classic cup pulls, designed for long-term use.
Door Accessories
Door stoppers (fixed, magnetic, wedge) and surface-mounted door closers for controlled, safe operation in homes and businesses.
Why Retailers Choose Samson
Samson offers quality, consistency, and complete category coverage, supported by strong packaging, high-impact merchandising, and reliable nationwide supply. For retailers, it means confidence in stock that sells - and keeps customers coming back.
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