Key Features of Slam Locks on Entrance Doors:
- ajwindowsanddoors
- Aug 2
- 1 min read
1. Auto-Locking: As soon as the door shuts, it locks. No action is needed from the person closing it.
2. Usually Found On:
o Flats and apartment blocks (particularly communal entrance doors).
o Modern uPVC or composite front doors with multi-point locking systems.
o Security or access-controlled buildings.
3. Exit from Inside:
o Usually always possible without a key (via internal handle or thumb turn)
4. Entry from Outside:
o Requires a key, fob, or access code, depending on the setup.
o If you're locked out, you'll need the key or access credentials to get back in.
A heritage lock on a composite door refers to a modern locking system designed to look traditional (in keeping with period aesthetics) but built into a contemporary composite door for modern security and energy efficiency.
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