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How can I securely lock my door without replacing the handle? |
The lock that came with my doorknob has such a lousy keyhole that you could stick a coin in it and turn it to unlock the door. Is it an interior door or exterior? Interior doors are 1-3/8" thick and exterior doors are 1-3/4" thick. The local home center can guide you to the area to buy a new lock for the thickness you need. I would not suggest putting an alternate lock on the interior of the door like a flush bolt because it won't help if you are away and someone tries to get in the door. as far as I know you cannot rekey a door knob You have a bed/bathroom lock. It is not suitable as a security lock. Return it and replace it with a keyed entry lock. y not installing another deadbold lock on ur door.. its better to have another lock than just the one u have since its always easy to unlock You can have it re-keyed that will not cost much at all. The easiest and safest thing to do is to replace it. For thirty dollars you can get a brand new door knob. They're very easy to install. |
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