Euro cylinder attacks

Whilst there is a lot of scaremongering on various websites out there about specific types of vulnerabilities that euro cylinders (the most common form of locking device used in UPVC and composite doors) are liable to, the important thing is not to panic, as a professionally specified and fitted cylinder will help protect you.The MLA recommends the use of SS312 Diamond approved cylinders as these have been tested fully against all known MO’s for burglars.

Details of cylinders approved to this high level of testing can be found on the Sold Secure website by clicking here.
For more information about cylinder snapping, one particular type of MO that’s being used a lot currently then click here.
In a “belt and braces” type approach, you may want to talk to your local MLA licensed locksmith about upgrading your door furniture (for example fitting high strength security handles) for your added peace of mind. for a free survey on your vulnerability on your uPVC locks on Stockport, Bramhall, Cheadle, Macclesfield or Knutsford please contact us

door will not lock

Door locking problems almost always are connected with the door latch, not the locking mechanism. The latchbolt fails to penetrate into the strike plate because the door has warped, or the screws have loosened and the plate has moved. When the door is shut, the striker doesn't slip past the striker plate into the receiving hole in the jamb, or it goes in but doesn't bottom out, preventing the door from locking. A homeowner with basic DIY skills and tools can fix a door that won't latch.

1

Open the door. Examine the striker plate. That's the small rectangular brass plate on the jamb that the striker slips into. The striker plate is mortised into the jamb. If it is loose or has slipped out of the mortise, place it back in the mortise and tighten the screws with a Phillips screwdriver.

2

Shut the door and try to lock it. If it won't lock open the door. Tap the end of a chisel under the door stop on the striker side of the jamb. Pry up on it until it comes loose and remove it. Use the chisel to remove the door stop on top as well.

3

Remove the nails from the door stop using diagonal pliers. You can reuse the nails. Place the door stop back on the jamb. Set it back 1/4 inch from it's original location. You should see a distinct line in the paint, stain or varnish where it came off. Use this to align the door stop. Nail the side and top piece of door stop back on. The door should now shut and lock normally.

Things You Will Need

• Phillips screwdriver
• Chisel
• Hammer

Tip

• If your doorknob mechanism fails internally you can't repair it. The complete lockset, including the doorknob, needs to be changed.

Warning

• If your door is badly warped, it may not seal properly even when you move the door jamb. Check the draft after fixing the door. If it's bad you might want to consider replacing the door.

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