FIND MY IDEAL LOCKING SOLUTION
To simplify your decision, consider whether you want a complete door security overhaul or a focused upgrade. Essentially, do you prefer to:
- 1. Change all locks
- 2. Change or add a specific lock
We share real customer case studies for both these options below. If you are still uncertain about the best path forward, we suggest further step-by-step guidance at the end of the page that can assist you in making an informed decision.
1. CHANGING ALL LOCKS FOR PEACE OF MIND
This is a pivotal step in enhancing home security. There are several compelling reasons for making this upgrade: a new door, moving home, losing your keys or experienced a break-in.
Regardless of the motivation, the ultimate goal is to restore peace of mind by fortifying the security of your home.
When changing all your locks, consider installing a matching set of high-security door locks with the same key for added convenience.
Explore our case studies for door lock installations on both new and existing doors.
CASE STUDY #1:
NEW DOOR FROM BESPOKE MAKER - DUAL DOOR LOCK SET
Roxanna invested in a bespoke door made to her exact design and specification. She engaged a bespoke joiner to build the door and frame but choose her own door locks set and ironmongery which they fitted.
CASE STUDY #2:
NEW DOOR FROM ONLINE RETAILER - TRIPLE DOOR LOCK SET
Sarah purchased a standard sized door, high-security door lock set and ironmongery online. A local carpenter hung the door, fitted the hardware and painted the door. Sourcing the products and hiring the labour saved Sarah a fortune!
CASE STUDY #3:
EXISTING DOOR REFURBISHED - DUAL DOOR LOCK SET
Cara revived her old existing Victorian terraced door by investing in high security door locks, painting her door and door frame in high quality contrasting paint colours and disguising her security glass with decorative film.
2. Change or Add a Specific Lock
Improve your security efficiently by changing or adding one specific lock on your wooden door. Whether you're looking to replace a vulnerable nightlatch, add an insurance rated BS3621 deadlock, or add an automatic deadbolt for peace of mind, we have locks option that will work with your existing locks to improve the overall security of your door.
Explore our case studies on existing doors.
CASE STUDY #5:
OLD DEADLOCK REPLACED WITH INSURANCE RATED DEADBOLT
When renewing his home insurance, Adam realised his deadlock was not insurance rated. He purchased a BS3621 morticed deadbolt with large lockguards that give added protection to the cylinder and act as an extra visual deterrent. As he was swapping one mortice lock for another he was confident to do the job himself.
CASE STUDY #6:
ADDING AN AUTOMATIC DEADBOLT TO AVOID DOUBLE LOCKING
Yan's flat is on the lower ground floor so she is extra security conscious. When she moved in, her first job was to add an automatic deadbolt to the bottom of her door. It works with her existing nightlatch to automatically ‘double lock’ her door at 2 points as it closes. Its easy to unlock the locks, one after the other, with one hand.
3. Further Info to Help You Decide
If you are just beginning your research, consider this step-by-step guidance to find your ideal locking solution.
- Explore what matters when choosing front door locks - read Choosing the Right Front Door Lock: 7 Essential Factors to Consider.
- Understand the five types of common door lock, how they work and what are their pros and cons - read 5 Common Door Locks.
- Consider the relative merits of changing all your door locks, installing a Door Lock Set compared to changing/adding one specific Door Lock.