A.
Builders hardware -- sometimes referred to as architectural
hardware, building hardware or finish hardware -- consists
of products that are mounted onto the moving parts of buildings
(doors, windows, drawers, etc.) in order to move, fasten
or protect them. Examples of builders hardware include locks,
latches, cabinet hardware, hinges, door hardware, door closers,
exit devices, power doors, sliding doors and folding doors.
View BHMA's Guide
to Builders Hardware Terminology.