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When you create a strong, consistent aesthetic for your home's exterior, sometimes the smallest elements, like the type of door locks you install, are among the most important. A decorative door lock can add just the right touch to an elegant, traditional home facade, or it can enhance the rustic feel of a cozy cottage. Consider the following factors when choosing door locks for your home.

What to Consider Before Installing a Decorative Lock

Prioritize Function Where It Matters

Your door locks are the first line of defense in home security, so they need to be sturdy and difficult to tamper with. Regardless of what other materials your lock is made of, make sure your lock contains a steel cylinder. Also make sure to look for a strong bolt and strike plate. Consider the number of tumblers used in the lock; the higher the number, the harder it is to pick.

Choose a Style That Matches Your Home

door-locksLook at other metallic elements of your home's facade — like door hinges, window fittings, house numbers, peepholes, and letterboxes. If possible, choose a door lock made from matching materials. Make sure the finish is similar as well. A shiny lock will look out of place if surrounded by matte fittings. If your home’s fittings are aged, a shiny crystal doorknob won't match either.

Consider Shape & Molding

Many decorative door locks can get elaborate, with swirling filigree, scalloped or beveled edges, and a wide range of mold designs. The fanciest designs may look perfect on an elegant Georgian home, but they can be jarring on a ranch-style house. As before, look at other design elements on your home's exterior for inspiration, and consider the whole effect instead of picking a door lock you like on its own.

 

 

If you want to upgrade to a decorative door lock, call Able Security Locksmiths in Kenvil, NJ. Serving Morris, Sussex, and Warren counties for over 25 years, they offer 24-hour emergency service for residential and commercial clients. Call them at (973)-584-3033 or learn more about their services online.

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