This is designed for acorn and better bilt doors but can be found on a variety of other door manufacturers.
Installing sliding door locking plate.
As well both of these sliding glass door locks are assemblies consisting of three parts.
How to install a key lock on a sliding glass door step 1.
Cut a piece of plywood larger than the size of the bolt.
This is a very common task that most people will come across and it.
Hall closet bed bath lock door prep checklist f10 f40 on a standard pre drilled door you ll be done installing your passage lock in just minutes using only a tape measure and a phillips screwdriver.
Remove the two screws from the latch plate on the edge of the door and remove the latch from the opening.
This is a great idea because it strengthens the security on an otherwise weak area of the home.
Then have a friend help you lift the first section of the sliding door.
Clean the door frame with hot soapy water and allow it to dry completely.
Woodie s will show you how to install a patio door lock.
Install the sliding glass panels and handle.
An e2105 mortise lock a recessed housing or escutcheon plate and a lock hasp.
Then screw the bolt onto the plywood.
This allows you to pull the door.
Set the bottom in place on the track in the door frame and then press the top portion of the door in place too.
Whether you re installing a lock plate also called a strike plate for a deadbolt lock or a standard lockset you first must install the lock or lockset onto the door following the manufacturer s instructions.
If you need a stronger latch it will require a lot more work.
Place your head near the frame and tap it with the end of a screwdriver until you hear the sound change.
Begin by removing the screws from the door knob on the interior side of your door.
First carefully clean all debris from the rails to get a good fit.
Repeat with the second section of the sliding door.
This is how to replace a sliding glass door patio lock step by step remove and install.
Usually its the e2105 lock that breaks so you might not need to buy the whole sliding glass door locks assembly just the lock.
Place the metal punch over the marked spot on.
Glue this to the door where you want the bolt lining up the front edge of the plywood with the edge of the door.