Door Locks And Latches To Suit Your Specific Needs In Various Sizes And Finishes

The importance of Door Locks: Undoubtedly doors play an important role in protecting your property from the eyes of intruders but the relevance of doors is of no use until unless they are equipped with strong locks, because if the doors do not have supportive locks fitted in them they will not be able to stop the unwanted entrance of unsocial elements inside your room. In simple words it can be said that the perfect combination of strong doors and locks makes your house, office, shop, restaurant, warehouse or any other place used for commercial or residential purpose safe from the eyes of burglars.

However, unfortunately when it comes to installation of locks at door, people are not serious towards them and get their doors enriched with cheap lock configurations and realize the significance of locks only when they undergo any unfortunate incidence in the form of stealing. Whereas if you move your eyes around you will find a plethora of locks that along with offering robust security to your home also help in enhancing the physical appearance of your doors at the same time. Some of the commonly used lock configurations are referred below:

1. Tubular Mortice Latches: These are suitable or door lever handles or door mortice knobs. For knobs it is wise to use deeper latches to ensure your knuckles do not hit the frame when operating. For unsprung lever handles, a heavy sprung latch is advisable. They are easy to install and available in different sizes and finishes for the for-ends such as bronze, antique brass, nickel and chrome.
   
2. Mortice Box Latches: These are similar to tubular latches but are more heavy duty. They are ideal for heavy duty door knobs and lever handles. 
   
3. 3 Lever Sash Lock: A mortice sash lock is cut into the door and offers the advantage of being lockable with a key. These are available with various body sizes, backsets and finishes.
   
4. 5 lever Sash Lock: These are similar to 3 lever mortice sash locks but offer an extra level of security. The keys are harder to copy and the deadbolt is made from hardened steel.
    
5. Mortice Bathroom Locks and Privacy Bolts: Mortice bathroom locks are perfect for any WC or bathroom scenario. They work in conjunction with a door handle or knob and a privacy snib and release. This offers the ability to lock with a thumb turn from inside and release in case of emergency from outside.
   

Locks and latches were seen as standard products. However these days with the availability of numerous finishes for handles and knobs, it is important to match the finish with your locks as well to give a classy professional look to your property.