How To Install A Deadbolt With A Non-Standard Backset
Ever tried to upgrade your old door lock and suddenly hit a wall because the spacing is weird? You measure twice, buy a shiny new Schlage or Kwikset deadbolt, and…
Continue readingEver tried to upgrade your old door lock and suddenly hit a wall because the spacing is weird? You measure twice, buy a shiny new Schlage or Kwikset deadbolt, and…
Continue readingThere’s nothing quite like that little moment of resistance when you turn your key or thumbturn and realize something’s not right. A deadbolt should feel smooth—almost satisfying—when you lock or…
Continue readingIf your door sweep has seen better days after a barrage of scuffed shoes and muddy boots, you’re not alone. That little strip at the bottom of the door takes…
Continue readingPicture this: you’re fumbling for your keys, but remember—oh, you don’t need them. Your Schlage or Yale electronic handleset should pop open with a tap or a code. Except, suddenly,…
Continue readingIf you’ve ever struggled with an exterior door that sticks or scrapes on one side, you know how annoying it can be. It might feel like your house is working…
Continue readingWhen it comes to home improvement, installing a new hinge mortise in an existing door might sound like a daunting task. But think of it like giving the door a…
Continue readingHave you ever noticed that your door doesn’t quite behave the way it should? Maybe it only latches when you give it a good slam, like you’re trying to prove…
Continue readingIf you’ve ever tried to open your front door after running a power washer over your siding or porch, you might’ve noticed your lock or handle suddenly feels stiff—almost like…
Continue readingLet’s face it—when a lock starts to stick, it’s always when you need it least. Maybe you’re standing in the rain, fumbling with your house key, or the car door…
Continue readingWhen you’ve got a door that doesn’t actually open—like a double door with one panel fixed shut—you might still want it to look as sturdy and finished as the working…
Continue readingWhen you notice the kick plate on your door looking scratched, peeling around the edges, or starting to lose its stick, it might be tempting to just ignore it. But…
Continue readingIf your deadbolt feels wobbly when you lock your door, you’re not alone. A loose deadbolt housing is one of those things you might not notice at first—until you’re fumbling…
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