Reimagining Locking for Classic British Doors

We believe traditional doors deserve more than traditional locks. Finfort was founded to bring beautifully designed, high-security locks to classic British homes — combining elegance with automatic deadbolting technology that locks every time you close the door.

Our patented mechanism delivers what most locks can’t: real security without relying on people to remember to lock up. No more stopping to turn a key. No more vulnerability if someone forgets. Finfort locks deliver peace of mind, by design.

The Innovation Behind Finfort

Timothy Finn, an architect with over 25 years' experience, saw a flaw in the way front doors are typically secured in the UK. A keyed deadlock offers strong protection — but only if you remember to use it. Most households relied on nightlatches for convenience, despite their weaker security. Timothy believed we could do better — and he set out to design a beautifully engineered deadbolt lock that would secure itself automatically.

What followed was years of design, testing and prototyping, leading to a new patented locking mechanism: one that fits within a morticed case, retains a classic British look, and deadbolts the door shut every time it closes — without user action. One respected industry expert has described his innovation as “the most significant development in mechanical lock design in 50 years.”

Built by Experts, Backed by Experience

Timothy partnered with Andrew Taylor, a renowned lock designer whose family has been associated with names like Yale, Ingersoll and Bramah. Andrew has developed multiple patented innovations and is trusted by insurers, the Armed Forces and the Master Locksmiths Association for his security expertise.

Together, they created the Finfort lock mechanism — one that blends uncompromising strength with understated design.

Hilary Duggan, co-founder and former financial services project manager, helped turn that innovation into a commercial reality. She now leads Finfort’s product development, partnerships and operations — bringing the same determination that saw the business grow from B2B beginnings to a full direct-to-consumer brand.

From Patents to Premium Smart Locks

The first Finfort patent was filed in 2014, with a second following in 2020. Our innovation has since been recognised with multiple awards — including the Master Locksmiths Association award in 2019 and the Society of British & International Design award in 2021.

In 2024, we introduced our smart lock range — enabling secure keyless access while retaining our trusted mechanical deadbolt. Smart cylinders can even be retrofitted to our keyed products, making Finfort the ideal solution for homeowners who want modern convenience without compromising on security or style.

Today, our products are chosen by architects, bespoke door makers, security professionals and discerning homeowners across the UK. And we’re not stopping here — Finfort continues to develop new lock formats and finishes to support even more projects, doors and ways of living securely.