Hardware brand Kwikset has announced the launch of a new textured door knob designed to bring a modern, luxurious look and tactile appeal to everyday door hardware. Raya features distinctive diamond knurling around the edges, making an impression visually and in hand.
“Door hardware is one of the few design details homeowners interact with throughout the day, so how it feels can be just as important as how it looks,” says Amanda Archer, group manager of product marketing at Kwikset. “With Raya, we focused on creating that sense of quality in every interaction. The diamond knurling adds a distinctive, premium detail while the refined overall design makes it versatile enough to work across a range of modern spaces.”
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The diamond-knurled texture gives Raya a signature look while providing a firm, comfortable grip when opening and closing the door, the brand says. Kwikset says the thoughtful details and substantial feel make the knob an easy way to add dimension and character to a home.
Raya is available in keyed entry, passage, privacy and dummy functions, allowing homeowners to carry a consistent design throughout the home. Keyed entry is designed for exterior-facing doors or other spaces requiring added security, while privacy models feature push-button interior locking for bedrooms and bathrooms. Non-locking passage knobs are ideal for hallways and closets, and non-turning dummy knobs provide a coordinating option for pantries, French doors and other applications where only a pull is needed.
For front entrances, Raya is also offered in a combo pack, pairing the keyed entry knob with a streamlined, low-profile deadbolt, the company says. Interior and dummy interior packs pair with Kwikset handlesets, extending the same textured look to the inside of the front door.
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Keyed entry and combo pack configurations feature Kwikset’s SmartKey Security, which protects against advanced break-in techniques and allows homeowners to re-key the lock themselves. Kwikset says entry, privacy and passage functions feature premium chassis, which uses dual compression springs to help keep the knob wobble-free over the lifetime of the product.
“Raya products are designed for straightforward, do-it-yourself installation and can be installed in minutes using a screwdriver and Allen wrench, with all necessary installation hardware and detailed directions included,” the brand says. “Entry, passage and privacy configurations fit standard doors 1 3/8 to 1 3/4 inches thick, with an adjustable latch that accommodates 2 3/8- or 2 3/4-inch backsets.”
The product is available in satin nickel and matte black finishes, with a matte black and gunmetal mixed finish available on select interior configurations. Raya will soon be available nationwide at retailers and distributors. Prices start at $33.99.