Types Of Window Locks

Snap locks for side or top hung wooden windows - when closing this type of lock the device secures automatically, a key is used to release the lock. These types of locks are hard wearing and are designed for years of use.

Locking window catches - this type of lock is suitable for outward opening wooden windows and is secured by using a threaded peg nut which is pulled tight with the use of a key.

Flush pivot locks - most suitable for flush fitted and sliding wooden windows, lock engages by a deadlock steel bolt and is locked and unlocked with the use of a key.

Locking window handles - this type of window lock is automatically secured when the handle is down and requires a key to engage or release the locking mechanism.

Met lock window locks - this lock ensures the window handle doesn’t move, with the aid of a high tensile metal bolt securing the window.

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