https://click4r.com/posts/g/18161545/why-do-so-many-people-want-to-know-about-composite-door-paint-repair Replacement Lock For Composite Door Using composite doors is a great way to improve the look of your home while increasing security. It is important to make sure that your door is properly secured. A malfunctioning mechanism could make locking or closing your composite door a challenge, or even prevent it from closing altogether. Thankfully, this is easily repaired! Deadbolt A deadbolt is a security bolt that extends out of the door frame when it is locked. This kind of lock is typically used to prevent break-ins on residential and commercial doors. This kind of bolt requires more effort and time to operate than an ordinary lock. This makes it a formidable security measure against thieves who are looking for fast and simple breaks into. Before making a purchase it is important to understand the differences between different kinds. There are three kinds of deadbolts that are single-cylinder (also called a"cylinder lock"), double-cylinder (also known as a cylinder lock), and keyless. A single-cylinder lock has a locking device on one side. A double-cylinder lock has the thumb turn and keyhole on both sides. The deadbolt that is keyless is opened with the door handle or a keypad. It doesn't require a traditional lock. Two screws of three-fourths of an inch are used to attach the deadbolt to the strike plate. The screws should be securely fixed to the strike plate as well as the door frame to stop the deadbolt from being pulled out during an attempted forced entry. Make sure that the bolt is aligned correctly with the strikeplate when locked, and that it retracts easily and smoothly when it is not locked. Most deadbolts fit in the same holes as a standard door knob but you may need to modify your door frame to accommodate it. This can be done by drilling a sufficient hole into the door's frame to accommodate the bolt latch. Then, chisel the opening to make a mortise