https://trade-britanica.trade/wiki/14_Creative_Ways_To_Spend_Leftover_Van_Hook_Locks_Near_Me_Budget https://funsilo.date/wiki/20_Quotes_That_Will_Help_You_Understand_Hook_Lock_Van Types of Deadlocks for Doors Hook bolt deadlocks can be installed on narrow stile aluminum storefront sliding doors to enhance security and strength of the lock. They have keys on both sides to allow for greater flexibility. To accurately measure a new lock, you must first determine the door's case depth (or backset). This is the distance between the edge of the front door and the center of the latch hole. Tubular Latch The tubular latch is the most sought-after type of door latch. It's easy to install, making it a favourite of Joiners and DIY enthusiasts alike. It's also available in a wide range of sizes, shapes, and levels to match any style of door handle. A tubular latch is an rectangular steel casing that has a latch bolt and a latch follower with springs (also known as a striker). When you open the door, the latch retracts, allowing you to close and lock it. When you close the doors the latch bolt springs back and grasps the edge of the frame to keep the door shut. If you're fitting a tubular latch, you'll need to decide how high you want the latch to be positioned on the door. Many people assume that a distance of one meter from the floor is the correct height for a door handle and door handle. However, this isn't necessarily the case. The latch on the door knob should be placed in the middle of the rail. This is where most of the weight is carried by the door when it is shut and opened. Once you've decided where the latch should be, mark the position of the hole on the door and strike plate using a pencil. Drill pilot holes to secure the plate. When you've drilled these using a countersink tool, you'll need to ensure that the back of the plate is flush with the door when it's screwed into place. Consider a double-sprung lock if you need a stronger alternative to the tubular lock.