Door Hinges: What to Consider Before Making a Purchase
When most people think about door hardware, their minds go straight to locks, handles, or even smart security systems. But there’s one critical component quietly doing the heavy lifting – the door hinge. These small pieces of hardware are responsible for...
How to Unfreeze Frozen Locks Safely and Effectively
Winter brings a lot of wonderful things – snowy landscapes, cozy nights, and holiday cheer. But it also brings along a common and frustrating issue for homeowners and business owners alike: frozen locks. Whether it’s your car door, front door, or an office...
Keyways Explained: Popular Types for Home and Business
In the context of locks, a keyway is the profile or shape of the slot into which a key fits; more specifically, it’s the “path” inside the lock cylinder that matches the shape (cuts, grooves, shoulders) of the key. The keyway determines which key blanks fit, how...
