Also known as passage handles these handles do not lock.
Mortise lock latch mechanism.
How to fix antique mortise door mechanisms.
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Mortise lock tubular latch hardware parts.
A mortice lock is rebated inside the door itself to give a flush finish rather than being surface mounted meaning they are suited to work with wooden doors.
A non tested night latch can be used for access but it must be supported with a tested lock so you would have two locks on the door.
The main advantage to having the mechanism encased is to ensure it s integrity.
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For serious lock problems it is usually best to call a locksmith or to replace the lock.
Many old houses used mortise locks set.
An improperly functioning latch may be the result of a poorly fitting door.
Select a handle with the correct backset distance the distance from the door s edge to the center of the handle s mounting hole for your door.
The next major innovation to mortise lock mechanisms came in 1865.
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The lock mechanism may not work simply because the lock is dirty or dry and needs to be lubricated with graphite do not use any type of oil because this will gum up the works.
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Up to this point the lock mechanism was always on the outside of the door regardless of the bolt location.
The main thing to know about mortise locks is that they use the same mechanism as cylinder locks just encased inside a box.
In addition to lasting twice as long as standard door handles these mortise mount into a cutout in the door to withstand vandalism.
The best lock for a wooden door is a lock that meets the requirement of bs3621 the type of lock fitted can be a night latch mortice deadlock or mortice sash lock.
This is a standard reversible surface mounted for this is a standard reversible surface mounted for left or right handed mortise locking doors.
Diecast lever operates with most mortise latches.
Preserving antique doors and their hardware is an important part of restoring an old house to its former glory.
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Sliding glass door handle set 3 15 16 in diecast white mortise hook.
Latch bolt projection is the length the latch bolt.
Cylinder locks work as long as it s installed squared and perpendicular to the operator.