The best DIY security for doors

Tubular latches, euro cylinders, bolt keys… when it comes to security locks for our doors, most people get confused with the wide range of possibilities. Security doors are always a great and wise decision and each of them will have different needs. Is it a front door, a kitchen or back door? Maybe you need a door for your garage or shed? And there is also, of course, offices, holiday flats and gardens.

All these things make it very important to have a good professional with you who can advise the best materials, add-ons and type of security door. But if your are looking for a bit of security or privacy around your house, it’s a good idea to know 3 of the most important locks that can make your life – and DIY - easier:

• Security combi bolt: a combi-bolt is a lock with usually 4-digit encoding. This feature gives you around 10,000 different possible combinations. This kind of lock is easy to install and you can even do it yourself for your shed or garden door.

• British standard sashlock: your British Standard Sashlock can be locked and unlocked with a key both from the inside and from the outside. You can get them with a roller latchbolt that will make the lock suitable for doors that have been both left and right hand hung. It usually comes with two keys.

• Deadbolt: here we have a very effective locking mechanism because it cannot be opened unless you rotate the lock cylinder. This is the main difference with a spring-bolt lock or night latch, which can be opened by applying force to the bolt. You can see a deadbolt usually complementing a night latch in those front doors to buildings.

With these three important locks you can do a bit of DIY around the house, garden or office. However for your best security doors and windows don’t hesitate contacting a few of your local traders. They can give the best advice and provide unbeatable results. And when it comes to your security, it pays to get the best!

We'd love to help you with your new security doors and advice. How about a chat with us for some free tips tailored to your home and your necessities?

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