Are all mortise locks same size?

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Are all mortise locks same size?

There are two sizes of mortice locks: 21/2” and 3”. If you are installing a mortice lock to a door with a narrow frame, or any door for that matter, it’s very important to know what size lock you need. The size of the mortice lock refers to how far the keyhole will be from the edge of the door.

Can a locksmith open a mortice lock?

A locksmith will unlock it in a matter of minutes so shouldn’t be expensive at all. But if you are determined to do it yourself, don’t damage the door by attacking the lock. Punch the pins out of the hinges and remove the door to change the lock, yes you may need new hinges but they are cheap.

What is the best door hinge jig?

Best Door Hinge Jig to Accurately Position Your Hinges

  1. PORTER-CABLE Door Hinge Template ‎59370. Sale.
  2. RYOBI A99HT2 Door Hinge. RYOBI A99HT2 Door Hinge Installation Kit/Mortiser…
  3. Milescraft 1213 HingeMate150 – Hinge Mortising Kit. Sale.
  4. Kreg Tool Company KHI-Hinge Jig.
  5. BI-DTOOL 35mm Hinge Drilling Jig.

How to mortise hinges on a standard interior door?

Place your hinge flush against the door. Position your door so you can clearly see the back edge.

  • Draw an outline around the hinge using a pencil. Hold your hinge down to keep it steady.
  • Score the outline with a utility knife. Once you’re happy with the outline,remove your hinge from the door.
  • Mark the depth of the mortise with your utility knife.

    • How to mortise a door hinge with a Dremel?

    Screw the hinge to the door or jamb.

  • Score around the outline of the hinge with a utility knife.
  • Remove the hinge from the door or jamb.
  • Position the chisel on the scored line with the chisel perpendicular to the door or jamb and the bevel side of the chisel facing toward the mortise.

    • How to install a mortise lockset and door knob?

    Using the template,mark the outline of the lock case on the edge of the door. Then mark a line in the exact center of the edge.

  • Use a chisel to square up the edges of the lock-case mortise. As you chisel,test-fit the lock case periodically to avoid chiseling away any more wood than necessary.
  • Remove the lock case.

    • How to replace full mortise door hardware?

    Start by removing the old hardware.

  • Fit the new lock body into the old mortise.
  • To ensure the lock body cover also fits in the old mortise,it may be necessary to chisel out some depth into the door.
  • If the holes for the lock body no longer line up with the holes on the face of the door,trace out the new holes using a pencil.