When it comes to choosing door locks, identifying the right ones for your property is crucial.
External doors will require different locks to internal ones, and there are several kinds of locks and latches to consider.
Door Handles UK offers a range of door locks to suit different purposes – all at low prices.
Whether you need a sash lock for your front door or a turn and release mechanism for your bathroom, our online store has the product for you.
All about door locks and latches
Most properties will require two different kinds of locks: sash locks and bathroom locks.
The former are mortice locks that comprise a handle and a key-operated bolt to secure the door to its frame.
You can buy sash locks for both external and internal doors – three-lever sash locks are suitable for interior doors, while five-lever locks are best for doors that lead out of the property as they are more secure.
It’s a good idea to make sure you buy external door locks made to the BS3621 standard, as this is what is recommended by both the police and many insurance firms.
These sash locks are manufactured in a way that makes them resistant to force, saws and drills.
When it comes to bathroom locks, turn and release mechanisms are the most commonly used for this part of the home.
Again, they are operated via a handle, but the lock itself is activated using a thumb turn as opposed to a key.
In terms of door latches – the piece of metal that is actually driven into the doorframe when you lock a door – there are two main types.
The most popular is the tubular latch, which takes the form of a long, thin tube that is easy to fit into doors.
Box latches, however, are larger and can be more difficult to install. If you already have a box latch in use and want to replace it, you may need to buy another latch of this kind rather than switch to a tubular latch.
You can buy door latches in various sizes, so it might be a good idea to look at the latch currently installed in your door to gauge the right size for a replacement one.
Buy door locks and latches from Door Handles UK
If you need a new door lock or latch and want a wide range to choose from, visit the Door Handles UK online store today.
We sell a variety of door locks and latches for both external and internal use, as well as products for specific rooms such as bathrooms.
Because we do not run a showroom, our costs are lower than those of physical retailers and we can pass these savings directly on to our customers in the form of low prices.
We offer even more value for money in the form of discounts that increase the more you spend with us – so if you have a lot of door locks and other fittings to purchase, consider making a bulk order with Door Handles UK to make considerable savings.
You can get your goods delivered to your home after placing an online or telephone order, or pick them up from our Accrington-based warehouse if you happen to be in the area.
Find the perfect door locks for your property at Door Handles UK today.
