UPVC Lock Types Waterloo

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UPVC Lock Types Waterloo

Is you current UPVC door lock out of date of broken, have you seen a better one on a friends door and are thinking about replacing or installing one on your own door? There are a whole range of UPVC lock types available on the market. Whether you have an exterior door that you want to secure or you have interior doors that you want to be able to lock and unlock, you will find an option to work for you.

Multi point UPVC locks

When a handle is turned, a series of roller cams secure the door. The handle can either be locked in place by a key or simply turned from the inside to lock the cams in position. The more cams that are in place down the length of the door, the more secure the system.

Keyed UPVC door locks

Classic keyed systems will tend to incorporate a cylinder system. One reason that you should use this type of door lock is because of the level of security that is offered versus for example a multi point system with a handle but no key to secure the door. This type of lock of course requires a key to be able to lock and unlock it, so you can be sure that it will be harder for a thief to get in. It is typically installed on storm doors, patio doors, and any other type of doors that need to be safely secured.

Manual combination UPVC door locks

If you are looking for another option you might consider a combination door locks as a great alternative. These locks require for the person who is unlocking them to put in a combination code to be able to unlock the door. There are a few different options ranging from using a few numbers to going with a much more complicated combination. If you can afford it, you will want to make sure to choose an option that has a lot of numbers that have to be entered. This will make it that much harder for a thief to guess the combination, although it will be that much harder to remember yourself.

Digital combination or keypad door locks

A more up to date version of the manual combination lock, a code is required to unlock the door. Although easier to enter the code, and store multiple codes for different individuals, they are of course prone to electronic failure or power outage. A key backup if often supplied.

Deadbolts UPVC locks

These small bars are often secured in a locking position to the top and bottom frames of the door, and are released by a key. They are typically used to supplement a central keyed or keyless lock and make it much harder for the door to be forced with a lever like a crowbar.

Security bars

These are also used as a supplementary security feature on UPVC door, and fit between the sliding element of the door and the frame horizontally, stopping the door from being forced open.

Within each of these broad categories, there are a lot of other UPVC door lock types and features to consider. Using more than one option at the same time will give you a really secure entry point, and you will be able to guard your valuables against theft. You work too hard for the things you have to get them taken away by someone who wants to come in and steal them.