To fix this add a custom cut plate or a door reinforcer.
Putting a lock on the door.
Damaged locks are often replaced immediately but you should also replace them if you.
Before you begin make sure you have a new door lock set and a screwdriver or drill.
Installing the new lock is an easy task that should only take a few minutes.
Top of door locks are another method of childproofing a door and will not protect a door against unwanted intrusion by an adult.
These instructions provide steps for using a drill guide.
However they are an effective way of placing a door lock high up and out of reach of children to prevent unwanted opening and accidental locking by a child.
Step 1 purchase a new lock.
The handedness of most locksets can be changed by using an included tool.
Many new lock sets allow you to adjust the latch to either distance.
Here are the steps to get you started.
A lockset typically includes a paper template to help you accurately drill the latch and lockset holes in a new door but an optional door lock installation kit also known as a drill guide pictured at the right can make the project easier.
While these sound similar there is a difference.
Generally door locks will either use a traditional deadbolt a piece of metal that extends and holds the door shut when the lock body is turned or a spring latch a bolt that uses a spring clip to automatically lock the door whenever it closes.
Replacing a door lock is a relatively easy diy project.
And if you want extra added security consider electronic door locks or even smart locks.
How to put a new lock on the front door.