Door Locks
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Securing UPVC Multipoint Door Locks With Added Lock Cylinder Security
The sight of a uPVC door on your home immediately acts as a potent visual deterrent. Burglars know that not only are these doors more secure than their wooden counterparts, they are also fitted with multipoint locks: a locking mechanism that secures from several points (from a basic 3 point, to the ultimate 7 or 10 point). An experienced burglar can force a wooden door open in a matter of seconds. They only have one security point (the mortice l Read More... -
Upgrading to Keyless Entry in the Home
These days, most vehicles include keyless entry, which allows car owners the convenience of unlocking doors with the push of a button or code. So why do most home owners still fumble with keys when it comes to unlocking the doors in their homes? Home door locks that incorporate technology such as fingerprint recognition, electric and digital keypad locks and combination locks are convenient alternatives to traditional keyed locks. As keyless door Read More... -
uPVC Door Locks - Are You Secure?
If your home has uPVC doors at the front or back, it is essential that you check that the locks are properly fitted. The front face of the lock should be flush with the handle face, or should protrude no more than 4mm. If it protrudes more than this past the face of the handle plate, it can very easily be bypassed, thereby increasing your risk of burglary. For security reasons, I will not divulge the exact methods that are used here. Suffice to s Read More...
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