Product Knowledge | Common Lock And Latch Types

Lower tier mechanism. 28 or 45 degree rotation. Passage or privacy with pin. Typical backsets are 2-3/8” and 2-3/4”.

Non loaded latch. See Schlage.

Higher tier mechanism as well as exterior, high security doors on lower tier projects. Wide array of functions are available. Typical backsets are 2-1/2” and 2-3/4”, but many others are available.

Same as mortise, but for doors with a narrow stile. Limited functions. Requires lever trim. Typical backsets are 1-1/2”, 1-1/4”, 1-3/4”, 2”, and 2-1/4”.

Smaller size than typical mortise, yet maintains higher tier quality. Limited functions. Most skeleton key locks are interior mortise. Typical backsets are 2-1/2” and 2-3/4” with few others available.

Similar to interior mortise, but intended for thin doors. Functions are limited to passage, privacy, patio, and occasionally, entry. Typical backsets are 1-1/2”, 1-3/4”, 2”, and 2-1/2”.

Surface mount trim and lock body for very distinct aesthetic statement. For security reasons, we suggest using a faux rim lock paired with a standard mortise lock.

Predecessor to the multi-point mechanism. Bolts extend up into the head and down into the floor/sill.

Similar to interior mortise, but with a difference setup (European). In most European markets the locks come with the door and are all entry/privacy function. The trim used dictates how the lock operates. Typical backsets are 55mm, 60mm, 65mm, and 70mm.

Rather than just one latch extended horizontally, there are three or more bolts extending horizontally and two bolts moving vertically. Levers are required for this type of lock.