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  • SOME WAYS TO GET A BROKEN KEY OUT OF A LOCK

    Tweezers When a key breaks off in the lock, most people go right for the tweezers. Your main concerns should be the thickness of your tweezers and how far the broken key is in the lock. Most tweezers are inappropriately sized for this task and will just end up pushing the key farther into the keywa...
  • How to Secure a Window With a Broken Lock ? 0 views 0 replies

    Window bars/grillesThe simplest and most effective security option for windows are tough metal bars/grilles. People sometimes avoid them due to appearance, but there are obviously some very nice choices like the ones shown in the photo above.Unless the criminal is able to pull the bars off or c...
  • How Does a Door Security Chain Work ?

    Door chains give you some protection when you need to open the door. More importantly, they give you a few vital seconds whereby you can slam the door shut should an intruder try to force their way in. For a small investment, a door chain adds an additional layer of home safety and security. It&rsqu...
  • The difference of interior and exterior door hinges

    Differentiate interior door hinges and exterior door hinges from materials From the material analysis, most of the interior doors are made of wood. The interior doors can serve as a visual and privacy function between rooms without the need to weather the weather. They rarely contain a lot of noise...
  • What Are the Different Types of Door Locks?

    1. Knob LocksKnob locks are the most common type of door lock and the chief method of security for most doors. The lock cylinder is located in the knob instead of the door. Thus, knob locks should not be used on external doors, as they can be broken into with basic tools like a hammer or wrench.2. C...