Building Hardware: Screws, Bolts and Anchors, Supports and Brackets, Hinges and Fasteners, Materials and Load Ratings
Building hardware is the family of fixings and supports that hold a build together: screws, bolts, anchors, plugs, brackets, hinges and fasteners. It is cheap compared with the build, but the wrong choice causes loose fittings, rust stains and failures that are costly to repair. This guide covers the main items, materials and finishes, load ratings and how to list a project. We do not hold verified rates for most items, so we ask for a written list. See also hardware and tools.
The main items
Choose by material and load.
| Item | Use | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Screws and bolts | Fixing wood, metal, masonry | Match length and thread |
| Anchors and plugs | Fixing into masonry | Match wall type |
| Brackets and supports | Shelves, tables, TVs | Check load rating |
| Hinges | Doors, gates, cabinets | Match door weight |
| Fasteners and clips | General fixing | Check material |
Materials and finishes
Stainless steel and brass resist rust, zinc-plated steel suits dry indoor use and coated steel suits outdoors. Match the finish to the place.
Load ratings
Check the rated load of brackets and anchors, and use a safety margin. Fix into solid wall wherever you can, because an anchor in a weak or hollow wall holds far less than its rating. Space fixings evenly, use the screw length that the maker states and test the fixing by pulling firmly before loading it. See brackets.
Doors, windows and cabinets
See door hardware, window hardware and cabinet and furniture hardware.
Listing a project
List each item with size, material, finish and quantity, and add ten per cent. See hardware store in Pakistan.
Indicative price ranges
Prices depend on material and size.
| Item | Indicative range |
|---|---|
| Brass-plated or stainless butt hinge | About PKR 70 - 280 each |
| Folding shelf brackets, pair | About PKR 300 - 3,000 |
| Heavy-duty shelf brackets, pair | From about PKR 960 |
Indicative market ranges, November 2026. Prices change with brand, finish and stock, so confirm today's rate on WhatsApp.
Common mistakes
- Wrong plug for the wall.
- Plated steel outdoors.
- Underrated brackets.
How we quote
Send the room size, a sketch or photo and the finish you like. We confirm what we can supply and reply with a written rate that lists every item. Before you order, confirm the exact size or model, ask for the specification and warranty in writing, and compare totals including fitting and delivery rather than the item price alone. To get a close first estimate, clear the area, mark sockets, switches and pipe positions, note the ceiling height and photograph the space from two corners.
| Item | Unit | Scope | Supply | Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Building hardware, by item | Per piece or per set | Material and hardware, fitting quoted separately | Supply across Pakistan | Get today's rate on WhatsApp |
| Fixings | As needed | Material and hardware, fitting quoted separately | Supply across Pakistan | Get today's rate on WhatsApp |
Frequently Asked Questions
The fixings and supports used in building: screws, bolts, anchors, plugs, brackets, hinges and fasteners. Ask for the specification in writing so you can compare quotes on the same basis. Check the warranty terms and who honours them before you pay. Measure carefully and confirm sizes with the supplier before ordering.
Match the anchor to the wall type and load. Check the rating and use a safety margin. Check the warranty terms and who honours them before you pay. Measure carefully and confirm sizes with the supplier before ordering. Prices and stock change, so confirm the current position before you commit.
Stainless steel, brass or well-coated steel. Plated steel rusts in damp air. Measure carefully and confirm sizes with the supplier before ordering. Prices and stock change, so confirm the current position before you commit. If in doubt, send a photo and the measurements and we will advise.
Indicative ranges are about PKR 70 to 280 per hinge and from about PKR 960 for heavy-duty brackets per pair. Confirm today's rate for other items. Prices and stock change, so confirm the current position before you commit. If in doubt, send a photo and the measurements and we will advise.
Send the list on WhatsApp. We confirm what we can supply and reply with a written rate. If in doubt, send a photo and the measurements and we will advise. Ask for the specification in writing so you can compare quotes on the same basis.
Send the door or item details, the quantity and a photo on WhatsApp. We confirm what we can supply and reply with a written rate that lists every item with its type, finish and fixings, so you can compare quotes from different suppliers on the same scope.
Need building hardware?
Send the room size and a photo. We reply with a written rate.