Escutcheon
A stamped decorative plate, usually circular to trim the shaft of a door knob or deadbolt latch, to trim the opening where the shaft or latch adjoins the face of a door.Not quite sure what the proper home improvement terms are? Let us help. We have put together a glossory for you to learn a little bit more about Home Improvement Glossary and Terms
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