Door Bolts

About Door Bolts

Door bolts can be found in many domestic, industrial, and commercial environments in New Zealand. Door locking bolts are perfect for improving security measures. A sliding door bolt provides a quick and easy solution to keep the space safe from anyone interrogating.

They are morticed on the edge of the door. Mortice is a secure joint, and they often feature a splined key to lock and unlock the bolt. The key’s ridges latch into the sawtooth mechanism inside the bolt. The way to measure these fittings in New Zealand is typically in millimetres (mm).

Door bolts come in several types, designs, and colours so one can match them to their interior décor.

Door Bolts for Safety 

Flush bolts are the perfect option for securing doors effectively in New Zealand. Door knobs can be opened with duplicate keys or any other substitute to open. 

However, patio bolts have a better sense of security, as they are built with longevity in mind. They are usually made from galvanised steel with a barrel bolt-style strike plate. They are the bracket-secured components that slide through doors to strengthen locks and, at the same time, provide additional security measures.

Usage and Application

Barrel bolts are used in various places in New Zealand: windows, doors, bedrooms, bathrooms, offices, and factories. The chances are that if one looks around right now, there ought to be a door bolt in sight. 

Doors and Windows

Apart from door and window hinges, one can always install a bolt for better security, for example, pewter patina cranked knob bolts, and pewter patina cranked fishtail bolts.

Internal Door Bolts

These are the most common bolts in commercial properties in New Zealand for restricting access to authorised areas. However, they are also used in domestic residences, to lock storeroom doors, etc.

Internal door bolts are usually not that sturdy and more slimline than their heavy-duty counterparts. 

They’re primarily used for privacy purposes in New Zealand as opposed to safety reasons. In addition, they come in smaller sizes as they don’t need to perform in demanding outdoor conditions; hence they can provide more flat, discreet options. 

Front Door Deadlock Bolts

They are ideal for extra protection and are available in many sizes and finishes in New Zealand, so one can choose deadlock bolts that best match their requirements.

Both standard and heavy-duty fixings are available, giving access to the desired level of protection. For increasing security, deadlock bolts can be combined with alternative lockable options. 

Garage Door Security Bolts

These bolts are shaped like a box and provide security for garage doors. Although the same key can access locks from both sides, garage door bolts lock themselves onto the door frame, making it harder for anyone trying to intrude. 

An extra tip, for additional security, don’t drill a keyhole on the outside.

Different Locks to Consider

Door and window hardware includes different kinds of door bolts in New Zealand such as: 

Lever Handle Locks

They are used for commercial applications and particularly on inside doors. Lever handle locks are also used for handicap accessibility.

The main advantage of these locks is that they are easy to use because the push handle style makes them much easier to open than knob locks. 

Knob Locks

Most often, knob locks are installed in addition to deadbolts on exterior doors, and they are usually used in residential settings in New Zealand. 

However, one crucial factor to keep in mind is never to use knob locks as a standalone lock on exterior doors. The reason behind this is that the lock cylinder’s location is on the knob and not the door; hence it makes it easier to knock off the knob with a hammer or use a wrench, screwdriver, and pliers. 

Wall Mounted Locks

Wall-mounted locks are like firefighter’s style box lock and are attached to the wall. They are often used for emergency access keys in New Zealand at larger businesses. They are mostly installed at the time of construction, but there are varieties to it that can be installed on existing buildings as well.

Oversized wall-mounted locks can also be utilized as small safes for valuable items. 

Other Things To Consider

There are some essential things to keep a note of when getting a door bolt:

• There are two primary safety grades in New Zealand when it comes to deadbolts, 1 and 2. Grade 1 is superior because it is more durable and allows for a greater torque per swing than the 2. In addition, its strength and durability allow for quickly closing and opening daily; thus, the grade 1 model would be recommended. 
• Test latch bars regularly. They should be moving in and out effortlessly. One should check it by themselves or hire a professional to ensure the latch moves correctly. Surfaces that may be getting in the latch’s way should be sanded down.