Look into keyed entry door knobs also called privacy knobs portable door locks or top of door locks.
How to install chain lock on door.
Is a 12 volt drill not powerful enough.
Step 2 fitting the security door chain keep to the door.
Drop the chain into it.
The locks consist of two sides the secured side where the chain is firmly bolted and permanently set then the sliding side where the knob at the other end of the chain can be inserted and slid into place.
If you can t drill to install a lock consider simply removing and replacing the door knob keyed entry knobs also called privacy knobs usually have a turning lock on one side of the door and a keyhole on the other side.
If you want a lock that s not only simple to install but cheap a chain lock suits your needs.
Chain locks allow you to open a door partially to see who s there instead of greeting strangers and potential predators with doors wide open.
Ask question asked 9 years ago.
I m tring to install a chain lock on the inside of my home.
The opening for the chain on the catch is located away from the door edge making it impossible to detach when the door is open.
The slide catch should be mounted close to the edge of the door.
Active 9 years ago.
When installing a security chain remember that the chain is always mounted on the stationary surface while the slide catch is mounted on the door.
One of the most common extra locks never a stand alone lock it consists of two.
Keyed entry door knob.
A door chain lock is an additional lock to the standard deadbolt and door handle locks that may already be on your door.
They are also much harder to force open than normal locks.
If you re in a situation where you cannot or do not want to use a drill to install your lock there are a couple ways of installing an interior door lock without a drill.
How do i install a chain lock on a steel door.
Place the security chain keep onto the lock rail of the door opposite the chain bracket you have just fixed.