Comments on: I need an exterior lock set for a very thick door.

Question: I need an exterior lock set for a very thick door.

getupandgo — Tue, 26 Sep 2006 09:41:51 -0800

I have searched online, and been to 2 different hardware stores, including one with an extensive lock collection, and no one seems to have anything available. The door is 2 1/4" thick, and most lock hardware is for doors 1 1/2-1 3/4" thick. Any suggestions?

By: lee

lee — Tue, 26 Sep 2006 09:47:41 -0800

Try a locksmith. They will have extensions/ kits for thicker doors.

By: sulaine

sulaine — Tue, 26 Sep 2006 09:48:15 -0800

Here is one that comes up to 2 1/2".

By: theantikitty

theantikitty — Tue, 26 Sep 2006 09:50:33 -0800

Are you looking for justthe deadbolt or a whole knob and lock combo? A quick search at Lowes.com turns up these uber expensive (but nice) handlesets that specifically say they work for 2 1/4" thick doors. I'm sure if you do more extensive searching on that site you can turn up cheaper options too.

By: getupandgo

getupandgo — Tue, 26 Sep 2006 09:50:38 -0800

Thanks for the link Sulaine. However, I need a lockset for an exterior entryway door, so just a basic dead would look rather odd as this is for a main entrance.

By: theantikitty

theantikitty — Tue, 26 Sep 2006 09:51:48 -0800

By the way, from their main page, I went to the "outdoors" tab and clicked on doors, locks and handlesets. There were 444 options after this one!

By: plumberonkarst

plumberonkarst — Wed, 27 Sep 2006 06:28:23 -0800

Try calling your local architectural supply company as that is where most general contractors get their supplies.