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How to Choose a Smart Lock For Double Glazed Door If you're searching for an intelligent lock designed for double doors, you need to select one that satisfies the highest security standards. This includes being SS312 Diamond-approved or at least Kitemarked to TS007 3 Star, which prevents lock snapping. Before you decide on a smartlock, make sure your doors are pre-drilled with boreholes. You may have to install a hinge bolt or another extra security measure if don't. uPVC Door Locks The euro cylinder lock is typically found in the handles of uPVC door frames. It is connected to a multi-locking system. The issue with a lot of older or cheaper uPVC doors is that the standard cylinder locks are easily'snapped', rendering the multi-lock system ineffective and allowing intruders access into your home. A better quality uPVC door should have an anti-snap euro-cylinder that is much more secure and difficult to hack. Multipoint locks are a popular option for uPVC door as they provide more security than the single cylinder. They are typically lengthy in appearance and lock at a variety of points along the door and frame to prevent burglars from accessing the unlocked side of your door. When choosing a multipoint lock for your uPVC door, be sure that it is approved to the highest security standards. The most secure locks will be certified to SS312 Diamond or at a minimum Kitemarked to the TS007 3 Star standard. Both of these standards include tests to prevent lock snapping. WD40 can extend the life of your uPVC locks and stop them from becoming stiff. It also prevents the handle from sliding when you use it. This could indicate an issue with the internal springs that require repair or you're using too much force when locking the doors. It is advised that if you are looking to replace uPVC locks, you contact a locksmith who specializes in uPVC replacement locks. They can help you decide which lock is suitable for your door, and give you a price estimate. They can also replace your handles and repair any damaged panels if required. A reputable uPVC lock replacer will charge you between PS35 and 50. They will offer a service that is efficient, fast and completed to an extremely high standard. They will charge an additional fee for rekeying the locks or replace any windows that were damaged. uPVC Euro Cylinder Locks The multi-point locking system is located in the door frame and connected to the cylinder locks (also called door barrels). They are also found in internal glazed doors and conservatories. These types of locks offer an excellent security level, however they can be vulnerable to attacks like bumping and snapping locks. This is why it is important to always double lock your uPVC doors prior to retiring to bed or leaving the house. Before purchasing, it is important to determine which cylinder lock is best suited to your needs. For example, you should consider the frequency you lock your uPVC door and if you want a keyed alike system that allows all of your doors can be opened using the same key. The most common type of cylinder lock is the euro cylinder that is found in most uPVC doors. They are usually made of brass and come in a variety of sizes to fit most doors, with the largest models being typically used for back and front doors in larger homes. When choosing a euro cylinder it is crucial to confirm that it has been tested according to the proper kitemark standards – they are SS312 Diamond Approved, or TS 007 3 stars and offer protection against drilling, Picking, Bumping and Snapping. Cylinder locks come in a range of lengths and some can be offset, which means they can only be locked from the inside after they are moved to a closed position by turning the handle upwards. It is also important to consider the amount you would like to spend on an Upvc lock. Prices will vary based on what level of security you require and the features you would like to include. When replacing a lock on a cylinder, it is essential to measure the door to ensure that the new lock will fit properly. To do this find the cylinder screw which is typically a large-headed screw that is located in line with the lower cylinder and remove it. Then you will need to locate the cylinder on the door and measure from the edge of the lock face to the center of the screw hole, this is your measurement A. Measure from the edge of the door to the centre, including furniture and this is your measurement B. Make sure that A and B are equal to each other to ensure that you have taken the measurements accurately. Multipoint uPVC Locks Multipoint locking systems are the most secure locks for uPVC and composite doors. These long strip locks are able to run the length of your door and have multiple bolts and hooks that lock in place when you operate the handle. These locks provide greater security for your home and come in a variety of designs to suit any door style or design. uPVC Multipoint Locks are found on the majority of composite and timber doors as well as new uPVC door types. Contrary to Euro Cylinder locks which are prone to 'lock snapping' the multipoint lock is designed to stop this attack. This is due to the locking points on a multipoint system are linked with a steel bar, which keeps the rollers and hooks from dispersing without taking the key off the cylinder. If window lock replacements are concerned that your door doesn't have one, it's recommended that you have your local locksmith examine it. You can identify the lock by opening the door, and then looking at the metallic strip that runs along the length of the doors. The most common manufacturers are ERA, Avocet Fuhr, or Mila. You'll have to use a lever lever on the lock or turn the key a number of times to engage the locking points, this is called winding up the lock. Once all locking points have been engaged then you can use the handle to open and close the doors, and the key deadlocks it. This will release the deadbolt located in the central gearbox. It is best to purchase your uPVC front door lock from a company that has a specialization in doors and window products. These locks are essential to ensure the safety of your family and your home. If the security and locks of your new doors don't meet the required standards, buying a cheap multipoint lock is a risky economic choice. This could not only put you family at risk but could also affect your insurance premium. uPVC Rim Locks There are several kinds of uPVC Rim locks. The most basic rim lock is one that is a one-touch lock. As you close the door, it deadlocks automatically. You can also buy one that you need to manually lock using a key before leaving the home. These locks aren't openable and are among the safest options you can install on your door. These locks are suitable for wooden or timber doors for homes with a domestic feel as well as glass panelled doors for commercial buildings. They can be certified in accordance with the latest British Standard BS3621. This means that your insurance provider will offer you a discount on your cost. The multi-point locks used on uPVC and composite doors are very secure and provide the highest level of security to your home. These locks are equipped with multiple locking positions to ensure that you aren't able to force the handle to turn if you try. The locks are designed to make it hard for burglars to get around the handles so that they are unable to retract the latch from the outside. You can also purchase these locks with a mortice sashlock to provide extra security against burglars breaking into the house through the window. These locks are ideal for doors that open onto outbuildings or gardens, since they are extra secure against those who climb through windows to gain access. If you have a uPVC or composite door and are worried about the possibility of snapping cylinders, we can fit you an anti-snap lock which will stop this from occurring. We install these on our composite doors and are the only uPVC installers in Belvedere that can offer this. If you need your locks changed out of hours, it is possible to do this since we have a van on the move that is able to visit your home. The locksmith cost for this is slightly higher than when we work during the day, but it's worth the added cost for security and comfort of having your uPVC door locks changed during the night.