| Installing a Deadbolt | | | | difficult and time consuming. Most deadbolts (single |
| A high quality deadbolt is an essential component | | | | and double cylinder) are accompanied by a spring |
| of any home security system. Many homeowners | | | | bolt lock on the doorknob itself. Spring bolt locks |
| rely solely on a deadbolt to protect their home so | | | | retract when force is applied to the knob. |
| choosing a high quality and durable deadbolt is | | | | Solid brass deadbolts are available in a variety of |
| important. Deadbolts are a locking mechanism that | | | | styles and finishes to complement your existing |
| is installed separately from the doorknob and | | | | door hardware. The most popular finishes include |
| requires a key to unlock. Depending on where the | | | | Polished Brass, Polished Chrome, Satin Nickel, Oil |
| deadbolt is being installed there are two main | | | | Rubbed Bronze and Antique Brass. Create a |
| types to choose from: single or double cylinder. | | | | common theme by using the same finish on all |
| Types of Deadbolts | | | | your exterior door hardware and further enhance |
| A single cylinder deadbolt is unlocked using a key | | | | the look by using a common pattern such as |
| on one side and a thumb turn on the other side - | | | | Georgian Roped or Eastlake. Although a deadbolt |
| this is most commonly used in homes. Multiple | | | | is necessary for security there is no reason it |
| sets can be keyed the same so you can install | | | | cannot be a beautiful addition to your front door |
| deadbolts on front and back doors, garages and | | | | and reflect your personality. |
| sheds and they can all be unlocked using a single | | | | Assistance and Guidance |
| key. This type of deadbolt is easy to unlock from | | | | When choosing a new deadbolt be sure to ask |
| the inside which is important if there is an | | | | questions such as can these sets be keyed the |
| emergency but can be vulnerable if a window is | | | | same and does this deadbolt have a coordinating |
| located near the door. | | | | door knob? Deadbolts are a focal point of your |
| Double cylinder deadbolts require a key to unlock | | | | front door so be sure to look for solid brass |
| from either side - these are more common in | | | | construction to ensure durability and strength |
| businesses or warehouses. This provides added | | | | over time. |
| security but can make exiting a building more | | | | |