How to choose the correct door handle version: BB, PZ, WC set, pull handle/lever or knob/lever?

When choosing a door handle, it is not enough to select only the design, finish or rosette shape. It is also important to choose the correct hole type or door operation type, so the handle fits the lock and works correctly.

The most common versions are BB - keyhole, PZ - profile cylinder hole, WC set, as well as pull handle / lever handle or knob / lever handle.

Unless stated otherwise on the product page, door handles are sold as a lever handle / lever handle set, which means a complete set for 1 door.

Lever handle / lever handle

The standard version with an operating lever handle on both sides of the door. Unless stated otherwise, this is the complete set for one door.

BB - keyhole

The BB version is intended for a classic interior lock with a standard key. It is mainly used on interior doors in living spaces.

PZ - profile cylinder hole

The PZ version is intended for doors with a lock for a profile cylinder.

WC set

The WC set is intended for bathrooms and toilets. Instead of a standard key or profile cylinder, it uses a simple thumb-turn locking mechanism.

No handle orientation is required for BB, PZ and WC versions

For BB - keyhole, PZ - profile cylinder hole and WC set, there is no need to choose left-hand or right-hand orientation.

These versions are standard paired handles for both sides of the door. The orientation does not need to be selected when ordering.

Pull handle / lever left

Pull handle / lever right

Pull handle / lever handle

The pull handle / lever handle version means that one side of the door has a fixed pull handle and the other side has an operating lever handle.

For this version, the orientation is determined by the side on which the lever handle is located. Therefore, left-hand and right-hand versions are distinguished.

If no left or right orientation is stated for this version, the handle is universal and can be used as both left-hand and right-hand.

Knob / lever left

Knob / lever right

Knob / lever handle

The knob / lever handle version means that one side of the door has a fixed knob and the other side has an operating lever handle.

Here, too, the orientation is always determined by the side of the lever handle. Therefore, left-hand and right-hand versions are distinguished.

If no left or right orientation is stated for this version, the handle is universal and can be used as both left-hand and right-hand.

Quick comparison of versions

Version	Hole type or operation	Use	Orientation
Lever / lever	Lever handle on both sides	Standard complete set for 1 door	Not required unless stated otherwise
BB	Keyhole	Standard interior locking	Not required
PZ	Profile cylinder hole	Locking with a profile cylinder	Not required
WC set	WC thumb-turn mechanism	Locking without a key	Not required
Pull handle / lever	Fixed pull handle on one side, lever on the other	One-sided door operation by lever	Determined by lever side: left, right or universal
Knob / lever	Fixed knob on one side, lever on the other	One-sided door operation by lever	Determined by lever side: left, right or universal

How to identify the version you need?

No special version stated?

The handle is sold as a lever / lever set, a complete set for 1 door.

Do you have a standard interior key?

Choose BB - keyhole.

Do you have a profile cylinder?

Choose PZ - profile cylinder hole.

Is it for a bathroom or toilet?

Choose a WC set.

Do you need a fixed pull handle on one side?

Choose pull handle / lever handle.

Do you need a fixed knob on one side?

Choose knob / lever handle.

How is left-hand and right-hand orientation determined for pull handle or knob versions?

For pull handle / lever handle and knob / lever handle, left or right orientation is not determined by the pull handle or knob, but always by the lever handle side.

Pull handle / lever left means the operating lever is left-hand.
Pull handle / lever right means the operating lever is right-hand.
Knob / lever left means the operating lever is left-hand.
Knob / lever right means the operating lever is right-hand.

If no left or right orientation is stated for these versions, the handle is universal and can be used as both left-hand and right-hand.

What to check when ordering?

Unless stated otherwise, handles are sold as a lever / lever set – a complete set for 1 door.
Check whether your door lock requires a BB, PZ or WC version.
For BB, PZ and WC set, no left or right orientation is required.
For PZ, remember that the handle itself does not replace the profile cylinder.
For pull handle / lever or knob / lever, choose left or right according to the lever handle side.
If no orientation is stated for pull handle or knob versions, the handle is universal.

Summary

Unless stated otherwise, the product is a lever / lever set, a complete set for 1 door.

For BB, PZ and WC set, no handle orientation is required.

Orientation must be selected for pull handle / lever and knob / lever. It is determined by the lever handle side. If no orientation is stated, the handle is universal.