A door latch is a fastening, as for a door or gate, typically consisting of a bar that fits into a notch or slot and is lifted from either side by a lever or string. It is typically a door fastening consisting of a pivoted bar, which crosses the joint of the door to engage with the strike on the jamb, the free end of the bar being raised to disengage it from the strike on the jamb, by a transverse pivoted bar passing through the door. Typically, latches do not lock however there are some latches available with a key-locking mechanism or can be secured with a padlock.

Door latches, made of different materials, are available in many sizes. They are made of cast iron, brass and aluminum.

If you want to buy latches for sliding doors then patio door latches are the best options. Due to their finishes and functionality they are most sought after door latches in the world for big hotels and resorts.

To bring rustic and retro feel in the home Rim latches are the perfect choice. Like most modern latches, rim latches are mounted on the inside of a door instead of in the door edge.

Dead latches provide extra protection to your windows whereas for simple operations adjustable handles or simple pull handles are the best. Some of the latches like L-handles door latches are normally spring-loaded that return to their original position after use.

Styles or types should be selected after the types of window is selected. Metallic latches usually brass and chrome go well with all types of windows. However if you are selecting metallic latches their resistivity to corrosion should be checked properly.