Why you can’t choose a lock for an external door based only on appearance
Let's call the client Andrey. He was choosing a cylinder for the door of a small utility room. One option looked neat and was inexpensive. But the door…
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Let's call the client Andrey. He was choosing a cylinder for the door of a small utility room. One option looked neat and was inexpensive. But the door was practically on the street.
A question has arisen:
“If the mechanism fits, what difference does it make where it is installed?”
Difference in operating conditions. The reference materials specifically list moisture, contamination and corrosion as causes of cylinder failures, especially on exterior doors and garages.
What does an external door receive?
Depending on location:
- moisture;
- dust;
- freezing;
- condensate;
- temperature changes.
Therefore, the conditions are much more difficult than inside the apartment.
What is important to consider when choosing
Not only:
- price;
- appearance;
- number of keys.
But also:
- purpose;
- installation conditions;
- quality of materials;
- protection of the unit itself from the environment.
Why high-quality installation is also important
Even a suitable mechanism can quickly create problems if it is installed in such a way that it is constantly subject to additional stress.
Do exterior locks need to be changed more frequently on a schedule?
Not necessarily. It's better to focus on:
- condition;
- stability of work;
- signs of corrosion;
- deterioration of key movement.