With the widespread use of various sliding barn doors, the door latch & privacy lock solutions are increasingly in demand from thousands of households.
Since most sliding barn doors are wall mounting, there will be a gap between the wall. There are not many sliding door latches&privacy locks for this scenario in the market, unlike other sliding doors where the door leaves are flush with the wall. However, we collect a few solutions after various efforts and we’d like to share them with you here with pleasure as bellowing.
【Product description】: Sheet metal type privacy lock
【Main material】: Stainless steel or carbon steel
【Surface treatment】: Brushed stainless steel or black powder coating
【Advantages】: The product appearance is a good match for the barn door.
【Disadvantages】: The lock will not work if anybody shakes or pulls/push the door hard, especially from the front side of the door.
【Brief installation steps】As bellowing pictures
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【Product description】: Box-style privacy lock
【Main material】: Stainless steel & Zinc alloy
【Surface treatment】: Brushed stainless steel
【Advantages】: Coming with an external emergency unlock feature; Strong and durable; Simple and convenient to use; Reliable function.
【Disadvantages】: The product performs well in all respects and has no obvious defects
【Brief installation steps】As bellowing pictures
Use the release key (provided with a lock set) to push through the center hole on the release to push the lock bolt back and unlock the door.
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【Product description】: Spring-style privacy lock
【Main material】: Stainless steel
【Surface treatment】: Brushed stainless steel
【Advantages】: Coming with an external emergency unlock feature.
【Disadvantages】: It’s not so intuitive to use for a new hand.
【Brief installation steps】:
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【Product description】: 90 Degree Latch
【Main material】: Carbon steel
【Surface treatment】: Black powder coating
【Advantages】: Reliable in use; Strong & Durable.
【Disadvantages】: Occasional stuttering occurs when turning.
【Brief installation steps】:
1. Position to the desired location and mark screw holes.
2. Install and tighten screws.
More details as bellowing pictures:
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【Product description】: Hook-style privacy lock
【Main material】: Carbon steel
【Surface treatment】: Black powder coating
【Advantages】: Easy installation; simple and convenient to use.
【Disadvantages】: If pushed and pulled vigorously, the hook may be slipped out of the slot.
【Brief installation steps】
Can only be installed with a screwdriver. Measure, mark, and paste screws in just a few minutes.
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【Product description】: Chain-style privacy lock
【Main material】: Stainless steel or Carbon steel
【Surface treatment】: Brushed stainless steel or black powder coating
【Advantages】: Simple and convenient to use; Reliable function; Strong and durable.
【Disadvantages】: The chain makes a certain distance from the door opening, which is not good for privacy.
【Brief installation steps】
Screw hole installation Nail-free installation
Choose the appropriate installation method according to the actual situation:
1. Outdoor door lock screw installation to improve the anti-theft index.
2. The indoor door lock is installed without nails to prevent straight babies from opening the door without authorization.
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Hopefully, the above information will be helpful for your selection of barn door locks!