Should I leave the key in the lock on the inside of the apartment?
Let's call the client Sergei. Before going to bed, he always left the key inserted from the inside. The logic was simple: But here everything depends on…
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Let's call the client Sergei. Before going to bed, he always left the key inserted from the inside. The logic was simple:
“If the key is inside, it will be more difficult to open from the outside.”
But here everything depends on the specific cylinder.
Why the key inside can interfere with relatives
On some cylinders, if one key is inserted and turned from the inside, the second key from the outside may not work. In ordinary life this seems insignificant. But let's imagine a situation:
- an elderly person felt ill;
- a relative arrived with a spare key;
- the key inside blocks the normal opening.
Then there is an extra delay.
Does the key inside always block the outside one?
No. There are cylinders with a function that allows the door to be opened from the outside even with the inside key inserted. Therefore, the universal statement “never leave the key” is too categorical.
What is better for older people
If emergency access for relatives is important, it is worth choosing a system that takes this scenario into account. Possible options depend on the specific door:
- cylinder with corresponding function;
- internal turn signal;
- another access solution.
Is an internal turn signal always better?
It's convenient because you don't need a key to get out. But the choice must take into account:
- door type;
- family composition;
- safety requirements.