Kwikset's Caerus Door Handle Set
New Kwikset Caerus Front Door Handleset Combines Modern Design with Innovative Technology
Kwikset, a leading manufacturer of residential locks, has introduced a new front door handleset named Caerus. This handleset stands out by merging modern curb appeal with innovative, user-friendly technology to enhance daily home entry experiences while maintaining robust residential security standards.
The Kwikset Caerus handleset features a bold, modern design highlighted by a distinctive oversized backplate and a tapered grip with a sleek, thumbpiece-free profile. Its key technological innovation is the patented KwikSlide™ technology, which replaces the traditional thumbpiece with a slide-to-unlock grip. This allows the user to simply slide the handle down to retract the latch and open the door once the deadbolt is unlocked, making entry effortless, especially when hands are full or for children and older adults.
In terms of design and finishes, Caerus is available in three options: - Crisp Satin Nickel (with Microban® antimicrobial protection), - Rich Matte Black (also with Microban® protection), - Contemporary Polished Chrome (without antimicrobial protection).
The presence of Microban® antimicrobial protection on Satin Nickel and Matte Black finishes keeps surfaces 99.9% cleaner by inhibiting the growth of microbes, adding a health-conscious benefit.
Regarding security features, Caerus is available in both keyed and dummy configurations, making it versatile for single and double front doors. It incorporates Kwikset’s trusted locking mechanisms, although the standout security-related aspect emphasized is the seamless integration with the deadbolt and the intuitive unlocking slide grip that reduces fumbling.
Installation of Caerus is simple with just a screwdriver. The fully adjustable throughbolt accommodates most preexisting door configurations.
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Starting at $235, Caerus is available for purchase now. With its combination of style, functionality, and security, the Kwikset Caerus handleset is an excellent choice for modern homes seeking to enhance their entryway experience while maintaining a high level of security.
Summary of key features and benefits:
| Feature | Description | |-----------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | Design | Oversized backplate, tapered grip, thumbpiece-free, modern aesthetic | | Technology | KwikSlide™ slide-to-unlock grip (patented; first-of-its-kind) | | Finishes | Satin Nickel, Matte Black (both with Microban® antimicrobial protection), Polished Chrome | | Security | Available keyed/dummy; compatibility with deadbolt locking; easier, ergonomic unlocking mechanism | | Benefits | Easy, ergonomic door operation for busy households, people with full hands, kids, and older adults; antimicrobial protection for cleaner surfaces |
The Kwikset Caerus handleset, a blend of modern style and technology, offers a sleek design with an oversized backplate, tapered grip, and thumbpiece-free profile, upgrading the home-and-garden aesthetic. Its innovative technology, the patented KwikSlide™, replaces the traditional thumbpiece with a slide-to-unlock grip, providing a seamless, effortless entry for all lifestyles.
