I am needing to replace an exterior doors lock / handle. The door has an existing hole that is 200mmx60mm, so I am needing something suitable to fit into this. Looking for recommendations! Thanks
Hello @gsom
Thank you for sharing your question about choosing a lock for your exterior door. There are door locking sets that will cover the entire cut out of the door. An example is the https://www.bunnings.com.au/lemaar-chrome-plate-entry-pro-3-0-entry-lock_p0336109 . However, to really expand your choice, I suggest repairing the door and filling the door cut along with the latch hole with a piece of off cut timber. The timber filler piece can be glued and screwed into the cut out. You can then choose a new lock and create a new custom mounting hole specific to that door lock. I think it is a much easier option rather than trying to match up the existing door cut out.
Once the door cut out has been patched you can pretty much choose any entrance door lock you would like to put in. If you would like a smart lock, I suggest having a look at the https://www.bunnings.com.au/yale-silver-smart-mortice-lock_p0521632 . There is also the https://www.bunnings.com.au/lockly-satin-nickle-lux-compact-mortice-smart-lock_p0098023 which has excellent 5stars review from customers who have purchased this umbrella.
Please remember to check out the stores https://www.bunnings.com.au/services/in-home/door-lock-installation service, especially if you are looking for a professional to install your new door lock.
Let me call on our experienced members @Nailbag, @Dave-1, @Noyade, @Remarka6le, @TedBear and @JoeAzza for their recommendations.
If you need further assistance, please let us know.
Eric
Good morning @gsom
It depends on what lock you are replacing it with, if its going to be a smaller lock then Id follow @EricL's suggestion and fill and move the handle. (best way to keep the strength of the door) If you want to replace lock for hole size I would go in and have a look at the door locks physically. And id spend a little more than the minimum as its something you will see all the time :)
Dave
Great thank you! We went with a Lemaar Black Rectangle Latch Smart Lock - however are facing as issue due to the length of the dead bolt. The length means it protrudes into the glass panels to the right in the picture.
Is it possible to adjust the length of these or buy a standard one in a smaller size that will work with this lock? If not, we can get a different system all together, but are they all similar to this length?
Thanks!
Hi @gsom,
Unfortunately, any door lock that uses a standard latch assembly is likely to be difficult in this situation, as the glass panel is very close to the edge of the door and there isn't much timber to work with.
Most latch assemblies are a similar overall length, and they typically aren't adjustable. Unfortunately, many door lock specifications also don't list the full latch length, which makes it tricky to confirm before purchasing.
What style of lock was previously installed on the door? If you can share a photo of the old lock or handle, that would be very helpful. You may need to replace it with a similarly styled lock that suits the existing cut-out and the limited timber beside the glass.
Mitchell
Thanks Mitchell.
The previous lock was the Gainsborough Black Matte Trilock Omni Allure Double Cylinder Entrance Set.
Thanks, @gsom.
Can I ask what prompted you to replace the Gainsborough Trilock? Had it failed, or were you simply looking for a different style or the added features of a smart lock?
Knowing why you changed it will help determine the best replacement option. The Trilock is specifically designed for doors with limited space for the lockset, so if it was functioning well and you were just after a different look, we can explore similar options that are compatible with your door, though it would be helpful to know if you are not a fan of that style.
We bought the door second hand, so it came without the lock (they told me what it had in it prior)
No issue with the style of the same lock. Pricier than others, but can do if it is the only option.
There may be other locks that could fit, but given that the Gainsborough Trilock has already been verified to work with that door, it might be your safest option.
Alternatively, you could take your measurements into your local Bunnings store and speak with the team in the door hardware aisle. They should be able to measure the latch assemblies on available locks and help check whether any other options will fit before you purchase. Mitchell
