G'day mate! If you're looking to upgrade the security of your patio doors, installing a patio bolt is a great option. These handy devices allow you to lock your patio doors from the inside for added security, and with a bit of elbow grease and a bit of know-how, they're easy to install yourself. Here's a step-by-step guide from Moorooka on how to install a patio bolt:
Step 1: Gather your materials. You'll need a patio bolt, screws, a drill, a drill bit, a screwdriver, a tape measure, and a pencil.
Step 2: Measure the door and find a location for the lock on the door. The lock has to line up with the strike or the drilled hole
Step 3: Mark the location for the patio bolt. Hold the patio bolt against the door and use a pencil to mark the spot where the bolt will go on the door.
Step 4: Drill the holes for the screws. Often the bolt of the patio bolt will have to be removed.
Step 5: Install the patio bolt. Screw in the screws that hold the patio bolt to the door.
Step 6: Line up the patio bolt with the door closed. Mark the hole where the bolt will enter the door frame or where the strike will be fitted.
Step 7: Install the strike plate. Install the strike plate on the door frame. The strike must line up with the bolt. A hole may need to be drilled to allow the bolt to enter.
Step 8: Test the patio bolt again. Test the patio bolt again to make sure it's properly secured and functioning correctly.
And there you have it! With a bit of elbow grease and a bit of know-how, you can easily install a patio bolt like a true blue Aussie. Just remember, if you're not sure about any part of the process, it's always best to get on the phone to a locksmith for assistance.
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