Standards for front door locks

Question

What standards should I make sure my front door lock meets?

John · Answer

That would depend on the lock on your front door. If it's a mortise lock then you would be looking for a British standard lock. If a rim cylinder then you want a 3*. With a euro cylinder, you would need 3* high-security locks.

Marian · Answer

It depends for uPVC to wooden. 
UPVC comes with multipoint mechanism and can fit a BS euro cylinder. 
Wooden is recommended with “Yale” type rim cylinder and a BS mortice deadlock.

Ian · Answer

Look for locking mechanism that has ‘secured by design’ stamped on it. The cylinder(key hole) is separate from the mechanism. For the cylinder look for a 3 star

John · Answer

Depending on your door, it should be British Standard kite marked for insurance purposes.

Georgie · Answer

Should meet British standard institute , I would suggest 1 star or above security rating

Darran · Answer

Hi, If you are referring to security standards I would always recommend a British standard 3* lock if its a euro cylinder or a British standard 5 lever lock if its a mortice lock. But it really depends on the lock set up you have and its always good to check with your home insurance and their requirements or recommendations. If you have any questions please feel free to get in touch with me.

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Darran
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Julian · Answer

All external doors must have a BS3621 lock for insurance purposes.

Chris · Answer

Hi there
House insurance companies want you to have BS (British standard) on your front door locks. This is indicated with a kite mark on the lock.  If not BS then three locking points but you can check with your house insurance

Dave · Answer

BS3621 is a lock standard by British Standards Institute (BSI) for thief-resistant locks, BS-3621 locks are found on some front and back doors in the home and it's a good way to check that your security is up to standard. This is why some insurance companies require door locks are fitted to BS 3621 British Standard.

Tom · Answer

I would highly recommend a 3* high security cylinder. The 2nd recommendation is ensure that it is fitted correctly and the correct size for the door.

Standards for front door locks

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