Change UPVC Door lock a Euro Cylinder We often get asked how to change UPVC Door Lock on a euro cylinder. Many people have trouble doing them. Quite rightly, as simple as the process is, it is common to run into issues. Once we have shown them how, they are amazed at how quick anyone…
What are Lever Type Mortice locks? If you have an external wooden door fitted to your property the chances are you will also be the owner of a lever mortice lock. There are 2 main types of mortice lever locks used in the UK. Deadlock(s) and sash lock(s). N.B. Some newer installations of deadlock and…
Keyed alike locks People often make the enquiry:- “Is it a good idea to swap all the locks in my home or business to keyed alike locks?” The short answer is yes and no. In the UK many of us have French patio style doors that are keyed alike so that both doors open from…
Are you sure you are not just in a bit of a panic? Thinking you are the victim of a lock out is not great. First reaction is to doubt the situation. Doors do slam in the wind, also we think we have put our keys somewhere but may have done something different that day…
UPVC door problems. 6 of the usual suspects. UPVC doors problems are possibly the most common type of job that locksmiths get called out to in the UK. This is both due to the fact that they are the most common fitted doors in the UK and without regular care, they do break. The first…