How to replace a lock on a steel door.
How to install a bacl lock on a metal door.
Fold this template around the edge of the door at least 6 inches above.
Make another mark 42 inches from the door s bottom and centered on the door s edge.
Choose a position on the door for the lock.
Measure 42 inches up from the bottom of the door on the inside and a distance from the door s edge equal to your lock s backset.
Expect to pay 80 to 300 per lock depending on quality and up to 200 more for professional installation.
You ll have to adjust the position a bit if you have a combination storm door so as not to interfere with the storm doorknob or lock.
Remove the deadbolt from its packaging and take out the instruction sheet with the template for marking the holes on the door.
Install the deadbolt lock about 44 inches above the bottom of the door.
How to install a new door lock on a steel door.
Avoid damage to the screws by using a hand screwdriver.
Make a mark using the center punch and hammer.
Da01 sep 21 11 at 17 45 is this a typical residential steel door an industrial heavy steel door or an armored security door.
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