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Smart lock for my door?
I have two separate locks on my door. The upper one is Zoo MK5 cylinder lock (knob inside, keyhole outside); lower one is a split spindle latch (lever handle inside, keyhole outside). To open the door from the outside, I need to unlock the upper lock and then use my key for the lower lock to turn the latch. I’d like to add a smart lock. What’s the best way to make this door smart? Is it to (1) make the lower lock a proper lock + latch and ignore the upper lock or (2) make the lower lock a latch that can be opened with a lever handle from both sides without a key? Which is less likely to affect the fire resistance of the door or hinder escape in case of emergency (because this is a leasehold property)?
Repair lock or replace lock?
If a lock breaks, is it smarter to repair it or just get a replacement instead?
What makes a good cylinder lock?
What makes one cylinder lock better than another? What features should you look for?
Padlock for garden shed
What type of padlock can you recommend to keep a garden shed secure?
Is the work of locksmiths guaranteed?
Is the work of a locksmith who fits a new lock generally guaranteed? I can see some good locks have long guarantees but what about the fitting?
Broken door latch
How to fix a door latch that isn’t aligned properly?
How do I get grit out of door lock
How can I get grit out that's stuck in my door lock? We've been doing some exterior work and grit seems to have got into the mechanism.
Pros and cons of rim automatic deadlatches
Hey, I’m just wondering, what are some of the pros and cons of rim automatic deadlatches that come with key-locking handles? In what cases/properties might this type of lock system be best suited?
Standards for front door locks
What standards should I make sure my front door lock meets?
What are the most secure night latches?
Are some night latches more secure than others? If so, what should I look for? It's for the door of my flat. There's a better lock on the communal door but I haven't got permission to add another lock to my door yet. So, I’m wondering if I can get a better night latch?
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