Are night latches a standard size?
Generally, night latches will come in two sizes. 60mm is commonly used for conventional doors, whereas those using glass panel doors will often choose a 40mm back set.
Are night latches secure?
Is a NightLatch Secure? Secure – A nightlatch is only truly secure if it is BS3621 Approved OR is fitted alongside a 5 lever Mortice Deadlock that conforms to BS3621. Not Secure – A nightlatch is NOT secure if you are using a standard Nightlatch (NON-BS3621) as the ONLY lock on your front door.
How does a Mortice night latch work?
Mortice night latches lock the door once it has closed – as such you do not need to use a key to lock the door. But to get back in you do need to use the key. If you’re on the inside you can still leave using the handle.
What is cylinder night latch?
A Night Latch is a lock which is used for convenience. Night latches has a handle on the inside and a rim cylinder on the outside which is used with a key. When inserting with a key the pins which sit inside the rim cylinder become flush or aligned.
How do I measure my night latch?
The size of a Night Latch is measured from the centre of the keyhole to the edge of the door where the night latch should finish.
Should you lock your front door at night?
Yet, studies show that millions of people still do not lock their doors at night despite the obvious risks. It’s highly recommended that you lock your house at night because it deters opportunistic burglars and potential attackers.
What height should a night latch be?
Typically, a night latch mounts on the door 48 inches from the floor. Mark the desired height at the lock side of the door with a pencil.
What is the difference between a deadlock and a mortice lock?
The difference between a mortice deadlock and sash lock is that a mortice sashlock has a latch and bolt to open and close the lock. Where-as a mortice deadlock does not have a latch to open the lock.
Why is it called a night latch?
Night latches are usually rim locks and are available as deadlocking (automatically locks once shut) and non-deadlocking versions. Historically, such locks were intended for use at night-time, hence the name.
How do you open a night latch?
The definition of a night latch is spring lock that can be opened from the outside with a key only and the inside by turning either a knob or short handle. This type of lock never needs to be locked with a key as just pulling the door closed will engage the latch into the strike plate.