Buy a surface-mounted lock for a secure front door
Do you really want to leave your house with peace of mind? Buying a surface-mounted lock is the smartest way to securely protect your door and home. Discover which surface-mounted lock for the front door best suits your home and learn all about the benefits of a surface-mounted lock with a cylinder. Want to buy a stylish surface-mounted lock right away? We would also be happy to tell you why a black surface-mounted lock instantly gives your entrance a modern look. Also, view all our locks.
Why is a surface-mounted front door lock the best choice for extra security?
When securing your home, it is important to consider the strong points of your door. Many homes in the Netherlands have doors that are not thick enough for modern mortise locks. In that case, security hardware combined with a strong surface-mounted lock is the safest option. The lock is screwed onto the wood from the inside, and the cylinder extends through the door. This ensures strong security that can withstand brute force, allowing you to sleep soundly.
A surface-mounted lock for the front door is extra secure because the lock is mounted on top of the door. This weakens the door's structure less than a deep mortise lock. This lock is the standard, especially in older homes with thin wooden doors. It truly is a barrier that immediately deters burglars.
How exactly does a surface-mounted lock with a cylinder work?
A surface-mounted lock with a cylinder works using a separate tail cylinder that protrudes through the door. This allows you to operate the lock from the outside with a key. This type of lock is very reliable because you can replace the cylinder without replacing the entire lock. At Deurbeslag Expert, you will find cylinders in various security classes, ensuring your home always meets the requirements of the Police Security Mark for Safe Living.
The technology behind a cylinder surface-mounted lock is simple and smart. The lock case with the deadbolt is located on the inside of the door. When you insert the key into the cylinder from the outside and turn it, the cylinder tail operates the mechanism inside the lock case. This causes the deadbolt to slide into the strike plate mounted on the door frame. The major advantage is that if you lose your keys, you only need to replace the cylinder locks . This saves you a lot of time and money.
Why would you choose a black rim lock for your interior?
You choose a black surface-mounted lock when you want to combine security with a modern look in your hallway or entrance. Traditional locks often have a classic brown or grey color; the black version fits perfectly with current door hardware trends. It is a functional component that, thanks to its matte finish, adds a truly stylish and rugged accent to your wooden door.
Black is currently the trend color when it comes to door hardware. We see that more and more people are furnishing their entire homes with black door handles and black hinges. A white or brown lock on the front door completely misses the mark in this context. A black surface-mounted lock completes the picture. The scratch-resistant powder coating ensures that the lock retains its deep black color even with intensive daily use and is resistant to fingerprints. An older door instantly gets a fresh look without having to replace the entire door.
How do you install a cylinder rim lock on a wooden door?
You install a surface-mounted cylinder lock by first drilling the hole for the tail cylinder at the correct height and then screwing the lock case onto it from the inside. It is important that the strike plate in the door frame is exactly aligned with the deadbolt of the lock for smooth closing. Always use the supplied drilling template during installation to prevent measurement errors and unnecessary holes in your door.
Start by determining the backset. This is the distance between the front of the door and the center of the cylinder hole. Most surface-mounted locks have a backset of 50 mm or 60 mm. Once the hole has been drilled, install the cylinder with the rosette on the outside. On the inside, connect the tail of the cylinder to the lock case. Do not forget to anchor the strike plate to the frame with long, sturdy screws for burglary resistance.
What is the difference between a surface-mounted door lock and a mortise lock?
The main difference is that a surface-mounted lock is mounted on top of the wood. A mortise lock disappears completely into a recess in the end of the door. This makes a surface-mounted lock much easier to install on doors that are too thin for a deep recess. Furthermore, the door's structure remains virtually intact with a surface-mounted lock. This contributes to its strength.
In many cases, a mortise lock used for interior doors or modern front doors with a thickness of at least 38 mm to 40 mm. In historic buildings, you often see doors that are thinner or feature decorative moldings, meaning a mortise lock does not fit. In such cases, a surface-mounted lock for the front door is the only secure option. Because the lock case is visible from the inside, the lock also acts as a deterrent to burglars. They immediately see that the door is properly locked.
Which direction of rotation do you need for your front door surface-mounted lock?
You determine the opening direction of your front door surface-mounted lock by standing on the inside of the door and checking which side the hinges are on and which way the door swings open. With a surface-mounted lock, the opening direction is important because the latch (this is the spring-loaded part) slopes down on only one side. At Deurbeslag Expert, we have left-opening and right-opening models immediately in stock.
The rule of thumb is simple: if the door swings open inwards and the hinges are on the left, you need a left-handed lock. With a surface-mounted lock for the front door, it is especially important to check this beforehand, as reversing the latch is more difficult on some models than on standard mortise locks. Can't figure it out? Our experts are happy to help you make the right choice.