This is a great idea because it strengthens the security on an otherwise weak area of the home.
Putting a dead bolt lock in a sliding patio door.
Drill the hole out until the lock fits inside.
Place the metal punch over the marked spot on the frame.
Mark and drill with a 3 8 drill bit.
Key lock and housing product code.
Woodie s will show you how to install a patio door lock.
Tap it with a hammer gently to create a hole.
Install the deadbolt lock about 44 inches above the bottom of the door.
Homeowners can decide to install a secure deadbolt on their sliding glass door if the door frame allows for one or you can install sliding door loop locks that make it even harder for your sliding glass door lock to be bypassed.
Choose a position on the door for the lock.
Remove the screws securing the lock s keeper plate with a phillips head screwdriver.
Secure the top screw only and be sure that the lock body is vertical to the door.
Drill out any holes necessary for the lock securing screws in the same way.
Mark all three screw hole locations and drill thru one metal surface using a 1 8 drill bit.
In this video we show you how to install a key lock set on an existing patio door handle.
Lift the lower housing until slide bolt makes contact with upper track.