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																	Selecting a door lock. 
									
	
		
	
																	Types of door locks choosing a new lock can be confusing if you don t know the lingo. 
																	Once you choose a certain type of lock and subsequent. 
																	Ansi grade 1 ansi stands for american national standards institute. 
																	The deadbolts we ve tested both conventional and smart are usually single cylinder operated. 
															
													
									
	
		
	
																	A deadbolt is a physical security standard for protecting exterior doors. 
																	Decide how much you can spend. 
																	Single cylinder locks have a keyed entry on the exterior lock and a thumb turn on the interior side of the door for easy exit or securing. 
																	If the hinges are on the left you have a left handed door. 
															
													
									
	
		
	
																	Some locks sold at hardware stores have been graded according to standards developed by the. 
																	Look for the security of a deadbolt with the modern design of an electronic lock. 
																	How to pick a door lock and be sure it s secure research the options. 
																	There are three main functional. 
															
													
									
	
		
	
																	You will need a left handed lh lock. 
																	Consider function first and foremost for what room are you looking for a lock. 
																	There are several different designs to choose from. 
																	Spring latch locks also known as slip bolt locks provide minimal security but are. 
															
													
									
	
		
	
																	How to choose a door lock 1. 
																	When choosing a door lock just remember to consider how and where the lock will be used and what level of security you require. 
																	A keypad lock often works well if you don t want to give people physical keys fobs or. 
																	You will need a right handed rh lock. 
															
													
									
	
		
	
																	As a general rule of thumb its recommended you choose grade 1 locks for exterior doors and grade 2 for interior doors depending on your needs. 
																	Consider endurance endurance is a matter of grade. 
																	Determine whether you want a smart. 
																	How do i choose a door lock for my home. 
															
													
									
	
		
	
																	If the hinges are on the right you have a right handed door. 
																	A single cylinder lock opens with a. 
																	A high security lock of the medeco caliber might seem expensive and smart locks. 
																	Double cylinder locks utilize a key to engage the bolt to lock or unlock from both the exterior and interior sides of the door.