Between passage, privacy, cylinder, and mortise door locks, hardware terms can quickly become frustrating because all you want to know is if a lock works for your project or not.
Mortise locks, in particular, stand out with their unique setup and security features, but what does that mean for you and your project?
What is a mortise door lock?
Mortise door locks are built into a recessed pocket (or mortise) within the door itself, and as a result, offer a level of tamper resistance that’s hard to beat. The secret lies in their construction—a lock body, latch bolt, and deadbolt nestled in the door’s edge, hidden away, making them less vulnerable and incredibly sturdy.
Fitting a mortise lock requires precision and a little extra elbow grease because you’ll need to cut out a mortise and install the strike plate. Though it’s a step up in complexity, the payoff in security and peace of mind is immense, making it worthwhile for any project that demands the best in protection.
Mortise locks vs cylinder locks
When it comes down to it, mortise locks and cylinder locks live in different leagues. Cylinder locks, with their simpler, through-the-door installation, are the go-to for residential projects. They’re quick, they’re easy, but when push comes to shove, they don’t hold up to the fortitude of a mortise lock.
Mortise locks have a tamper-proof design with a stronger housing, spring, and mechanism. Another advantage is that they come with passage, privacy, and deadlock functions all rolled into one and the installer can set the mortise for their specific required outcome.
We recommend using mortise door locks for commercial projects and high-traffic areas where extra security is a must.
Mortise door locks made easier with Bris Aluminium
The time vs money vs quality trade-off can be a delicate balancing act. Do you save time and cut costs at the expense of quality, or do you invest in higher security, higher quality solutions and navigate the additional labour and costs involved to provide the best solution?
At Bris Aluminium we try to make the decision easier. We offer an option to have all locks cut out on the doors before shipping (for both our aluminium and timber doors) for a small fee to save you time on site. That trade-off just got a whole lot sweeter didn’t it? And if you’re not in Brisbane, we deliver nationwide!
Get in touch with our team today to discover how we can supply your next fit out.
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