How To Change Locks On Patio Doors
How to change an old mortise lock handle patio door with new 2019 parts.
How to change locks on patio doors. Take care to measure carefully as matching the size can be especially problematic in older homes. Sliding glass doors are typically only lockable from the inside. These are the parts used. If the latch does not line up smoothly with the door strike open the door and slightly loosen the screws in the strike.
However you may decide to use your sliding glass door as a regular entry point in which case you might want to think about installing a key lock so the door can be unlocked from the outside. Measure the diameter of the holes currently cut out of your door so you can select a new door lock that fits those dimensions. Since most homes have multiple doors with multiple locks re keying can get expensive. Before you learn how to change door locks measure the space where you ll install the replacement.
How to change a sliding glass door mortise latch. When the lock latches easily open the door and tighten the screws in the door strike. This is a plpci prime line e 2014 mortise door lock. You can re key a lock like a pro at a fraction of the cost.
They are not used as entry doors. Products used in this video. This is a great idea because it strengthens the security on an otherwise weak area of the home. The patio door handles are wright products v1131bl.
Woodie s will show you how to install a patio door lock. To change a upvc door lock start by unscrewing the retaining screw which is located on the faceplate on the side of the door. Key lock and housing product code. Slide the door strike up or down until the lock latches easily.
Prime line products c 1225 sliding door handle mortise st. Next once the cylinder is loose pull it out of the socket it s in and take the key out. Then insert the key into the lock and turn it about 10 degrees to line up the inner latch of the lock with the body of the lock. Locksmiths typically charge a fee to re key an individual lock even when you bring it to their shop.