Locks and Latches for Doors

Most people don't think about their locks until something goes wrong — a key snaps in the barrel, a cylinder fails, or an insurer comes back and says the deadlock on the front door doesn't meet their requirements. That's when it matters to know what you're actually buying.

This category covers the full spread of door locking hardware: mortice locks, rim locks and nightlatches, euro cylinders, digital door locks, padlocks, gate locks, garage door locks, electric locking systems, emergency exit hardware, and more. ERA, Yale, Union and Legge are the core brands — manufacturers with long track records in residential and commercial security, not no-name imports.

If you're replacing the cylinder on a UPVC door, you need to get the measurement right — the distances from the centre of the cylinder to each end determine whether it'll fit flush or leave an exposed snib for someone to snap off. Replacement cylinder locks for UPVC doors are one of the most commonly ordered items here, and getting the sizing wrong is the most common mistake. Measure before you order.

For timber front doors, the standard requirement for most home insurance policies is a 5-lever deadlock that meets BS 3621 — sometimes called a 5-lever mortice deadlock to BS 3621 standard. If your existing lock is older, or you're not sure it's accredited, it's worth checking. A lot of insurers will refuse a claim after a break-in if the lock on the door didn't meet the policy spec. The Union and ERA ranges here include BS 3621-certified options, clearly marked.

Locksmiths and builders will find the full trade range: high security mortice locks for external doors, anti-snap euro cylinders for commercial premises, electric strikes and access control-compatible locking for new builds and conversions. The digital door lock section covers keypad and smart-entry options — useful when you're managing a rental property, an office, or anywhere that issuing physical keys has become a problem.

Gate locks, padlocks, cabinet and cam locks, roller shutter locks — the non-door stuff is here too, including vehicle and bike security hardware for workshop or storage applications.

If you know what you need, the subcategories will take you straight there. If you're unsure, the product pages carry enough detail — backset dimensions, BS standards, compatibility notes — to make a confident choice without having to call anyone.