A simple door lock is no longer enough for giving your home supreme protection, especially if you have a glass or a sliding door. While you can equip your home with CCTV cameras, there is still the ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. There's no question that sliding glass doors are an excellent way to let extra light into your house, and to make your home feel a little more ...

Many crimes involve intruders coming through a home’s front door. That’s why you need a good deadbolt. Not ready to buy? You can probably make your current door lock more secure with a simple tweak.

Can I install a keyed lock in my sliding patio door if it didn't come with one?Roger E., Katy, Texas You have two options: You can get a general retrofit kit from an outfit like Swisco.com (it bills ...

The answers to questions from tenants and landlords are provided by Robert Griswold, a property manager certified by the Institute of Real Estate Management and author of "Property Management for ...

The first smart home product from Hampton Products, it costs $299, but comes with one feature that caught my eye: a hidden keypad beneath a solar panel cover. The Array is pricey for a lock that is ...

Security enhancements for sliding doors can be subtle yet highly effective. Options include multipoint locks, anti-lift patio door bars, and motion-sensor lighting to deter intruders. Brands like ...

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Most sliding patio door handles are pretty straightforward: there’s the handle and the lock, usually a lever or a button. Not much to improve on there, right? Not according to Carbon Design Group.