Your front door is more than just an entry point—it’s the first impression your home makes. Choosing the right hardware is both a style statement and a functional decision. Whether you’re investing in a new door, renovating your exterior, or just want to give your home a refresh, deciding between a lever, a knob, or … Continue reading
Installing a new lockset is a great way to improve your home’s security and update your door’s appearance. Before purchasing a new lock, it’s essential to take accurate measurements to ensure a proper fit. In this guide, we’ll walk you through the key measurements you need and tips for a smooth installation. Step 1: Gather … Continue reading
‘Tis the season of spring cleaning, re-decorating, and brightening up your space. As you consider where to start, keep in mind your front door is the first impression of your home. Keep it on trend with these five tips: 1) Wipe it all Down: Before you can even think of adding new décor, you should clean … Continue reading
When it comes to home décor and design, every detail makes a difference – including the finish of your lockset. Often overlooked, the choice of your lockset can significantly impact the look and feel of your home. Consider finish options that add character and assist in a cohesive look throughout your home – while keeping you … Continue reading
A deadbolt is an important mechanism to use in conjunction with your normal doorknob. They provide added safety and stability for your door due to their ability to extend into the doorframe itself. If you don’t already have one, especially on your exterior doors, here are three common types and what you need to know: … Continue reading
With the seasons changing and summer nearing, you feel the urge to renovate and give your house a new look. This might include replacing your facets, painting your interiors a new color, or updating the hardware on your door. If the look of your hallways or the exterior entrance of your home is something you’re … Continue reading
It’s that time of year when we clean everything, get rid of the old, and in with the new – and this applies to your locksets too. If you want to ensure your locksets work like they did the day you got them, it’s important to clean and maintain them. Here are a few tips … Continue reading
Locksets determine how secure your home is, how your household functions, and play a part in your house’s design. It is important to replace your locksets every 5-10 years, but there may be other factors that will prompt a replacement. Here are three reasons it might be time to replace your lockset: 1. Your Lockset … Continue reading
Are you wondering if a product is truly BHMA Certified®? Here are three tips on how to properly identify whether a product is BHMA Certified® or not. Tip #1 Look for the Label BHMA certified products will contain the BHMA Certified® mark or BHMA Certified® Secure Home™ label (see photos of mark and label below). … Continue reading
If you are shopping for new door hardware products, make sure you’re familiar with the different components that protect your exterior doors. Deadbolts are typically used in addition to a lockset on exterior doors to provide extra security for your home. Bored deadbolts are the most common deadbolt. They sit on the face of a … Continue reading
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