Trap Door Rings

A trap door ring is the recessed or surface-mounted pull ring fitted to a hatch, trapdoor, or access panel to provide a grip point for lifting the panel without a surface-projecting handle that would present a trip hazard or obstruct floor coverings. At the DIY Hardware Store, our trap door rings cover the standard cast and pressed steel formats used on floor hatches, loft access hatches, cellar doors, and inspection panel covers in domestic and commercial properties.

The most commonly used type is a recessed ring that folds flat into a circular recess cup when not in use - the ring lies flush with the hatch surface so floor coverings can pass over it without obstruction, and lifts to an upright position to provide a handle when the hatch needs to be opened. Surface-mounted rings that bolt through the hatch panel are simpler to fit where a routed recess isn't practical. Both types are available in brass, chrome, and zinc-plated steel at the DIY Hardware Store.

  • Recessed ring folds flush when not in use - no trip hazard
  • Lifts to upright position for hatch opening
  • Surface-mount versions for quick installation without routing
  • Used on floor hatches, loft access panels, and cellar doors
  • Brass, chrome, and zinc-plated steel finishes
  • Standard sizes for domestic hatch and access panel applications