Understanding door lock parts.
Upvc door lock how it works.
Upvc door mechanisms are the most important part of security in a home.
It s useful for any diy er to know how things around the home operate.
The main parts of a door lock are the cylinder bolt box and strike plate.
The most notable of these is preventing lock snapping which could be an issue for quite many people.
Upvc door locks single spindle operation this is a question that we get asked quite often so here s the answer.
Close the door and stand on the outside of the property do not lock the door with a key attempt to open the door from the outside whilst it is unlock.
Anti snap locks have become increasingly more popular over the past few years.
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If your upvc door won t open or isn t closing as it should there could be a problem with the lock s spring mechanism.
Each type of lock is built differently but let s take a look at the anatomy of a typical door lock usually used in homes or light commercial buildings.
This video explains the complexities of a gearbox in an upvc mechanism.