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handle seems quite loose; door not locking.
From inside door locks after handle turned up. From outside handle seems q. loose and doesn't easily allow locking.
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?
Electric failsafe locks
Do electric failsafe locks stay open or locked when there's a power cut?
Electromagnetic shear locks vs maglocks
Are Electromagnetic shear locks more secure than maglocks?
Should locks be changed when you move house?
When you move into a new house, should you change the locks for security reasons?
Re-key vs master key
I’ve heard of re-key and a master key. What distinguishes these two?
Single vs double deadbolt
How much better is a double deadbolt over a single deadbolt, if at all?
Keyed padlock
Is a keyed padlock worth it? What are its pros and cons? Ultimately, do you recommend it?
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