How To Install A Dead Bolt Door Lock

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How to install a dead bolt door lock.

Most deadbolt lock manufacturers provide a template to help you install the lock. Updating your front door can be as simple as adding a fresh coat of paint and a new set of hardware. Chisel out mortise for deadbolt. Mark center holes on face and edge.

Position paper template on door edge. Drill edge hole with spade bit. If you re using a door lock installation kit with a jig drill two 1 8 inch pilot holes for the screws on the door edge. Insert deadbolt into edge hole and mark its outline.

The deadbolt should be at least 6 above your doorknob. Choose a position on the door for the lock. If you re using a paper template use tape to secure it to the door and. This project can easily be tackled in an afternoon and to help you plan for this project we re going to show you how easy it is to install a new deadbolt lock before we get started be sure your door is properly drilled and aligned with this door prep checklist.

Take off the lock and thumb turn assembly. How to install a deadbolt in 15 steps. Install the deadbolt lock about 44 inches above the bottom of the door. To cut through a steel door make sure you get a bimetal hole saw set.

Then remove the deadbolt. Drill from both sides to prevent splintering. Smear a little lipstick on the end of the deadbolt close the door and turn the lock. The template is designed to work with doors of different thicknesses and has reference points that may be marked on the door with an awl.

Screw deadbolt to edge of door. Remove all screws that attach the existing deadbolt to the door. When you open the door the position of the bolt will be evident on the jamb.