Screw the faceplate into the narrow part of the door.
How to fit a lock to an internal door.
Some blank doors have a specific swing direction.
Create a mortise for the plate around the latch on your door using the technique described above.
Some common examples of portable door locks are the traveler s security lock and the addalock door mechanism.
As far as internal use goes portable door locks prevent doors from being opened from the outside even by people who might have a key.
Then use a drill to make the necessary holes for installation of your doorknob door handle and lock.
Tape measure pencil flat drill bit for wo.
Tools needed for this job.
If the doorknob is on the left you need a left handed door.
Drill the screws carefully being sure to keep your drill level with the floor.
The strike side the side with the lockset of these doors has a beveled edge so the door can swing freely.
Be careful to fit the latch into the chiselled area and screw into the pilot holes that were made earlier.
Using the screws that came with your door handle kit attach the faceplate to the door.
Turn the key so the locking bolt protrudes from the lock and hold the door against the door frame.
First mark out the place where the strike plate has to be fitted.
Open the door and stand with your back to the hinges.
This video is about how to fit a door latch and door handle in an interior door.
Portable door locks are lightweight and efficient.
Create a mortise and holes for your lock and door handle.
Mark out the strike plate on the door frame after you ve fitted the lock in the door you need to fit the strike plate to the door frame.
This process will vary somewhat based on the doorknob you are installing.