Exterior Door Knobs

Shop exterior door knobs for front doors, back doors, side entrances, and other outside openings. Compare knob styles, finishes, and operating functions to suit your entry project. Choose keyed entry door knobs when you need a knob with a keyed lock, or check compatible non-locking options where a separate deadbolt provides the locking function.

For a replacement front door knob, match the existing door preparation and confirm the model’s suitability for exterior use. Review door thickness, backset, bore dimensions, latch type, and included components before ordering. Explore door knob and deadbolt combo packs when you want to compare coordinated sets.

Choosing Exterior Door Knobs for Front, Back & Side Doors

Start with the opening and how it needs to operate. Exterior door knobs can serve a main entrance, a back door, or a side entry, but the location alone does not specify the lock function. Keyed entry knobs combine latch operation with keyed access. A passage knob operates a latch without locking and may suit an exterior installation when a separate lock secures the opening and the model is suitable for that use. Check the operating details for both sides of the door.

Front door knobs are often paired with a separate deadbolt. Before choosing the two pieces, check their bore spacing, trim dimensions, and clearance so they fit together on the door. A knob-and-deadbolt combo pack can help coordinate appearance, but review the exact components and keying arrangement in the listing. Confirm whether the package contains the latch, strike, interior trim, and other parts required for your installation. A knob-only item and a complete entry set are not interchangeable purchases.

When replacing an outside door knob, measure the existing door thickness, backset, cross-bore, and edge-bore. Compare the latch faceplate shape or drive-in preparation, strike dimensions, and rosette coverage with the product specifications. Check any handing requirement and whether the lock format matches the existing preparation. Older doors, mortise locks, and multipoint systems can require different hardware from a standard tubular knobset. Matching the visible finish alone does not ensure that a replacement will fit or operate correctly.

Consider the conditions around the entrance when selecting exterior hardware. A covered front porch and an exposed side door can subject the finish to different amounts of weather. Read the manufacturer's intended-use, care, and finish-warranty information for the individual model rather than assuming every finish performs the same way outside. Compare any required grade or performance specifications separately from appearance. For coordinated locks, confirm cylinder and keyway compatibility before requesting a shared key. Similar-looking locks may use different keying systems.

Bring the entry together with a knob profile and rosette that suit the door's proportions and nearby hardware. Compare traditional and modern designs, then check the available finishes on the selected model. Finish names and tones can differ between manufacturers, so matching within a brand may require checking finish codes. If a different grip or entry style would suit the project better, browse exterior door levers or front door handlesets. Return to all door knobs to compare additional functions and applications.