There are two choices when it comes to choosing a lock for your front door: mortise or tubular. What style of hardware is right for you? Find out more.

The lock style is an important consideration when choosing the right steel commercial door. There are two choices when it comes to doors: a mortise or a tube lock. Knowing the difference is key to deciding which lock is best for your project.

Tubular locks are more popular than mortise locks, especially in residential settings. However, they are more secure than the other. This disparity can be explained by many factors, including the ease of installation. To be able to choose the right lock for you, it is important to understand what each style means.

A mortise lock has a deep cut door. This allows a mortise to slip inside the pocket with plenty of room. This deep pocket offers unparalleled protection. This lock requires special preparation because of its deep cut feature. To do this, you will need a mortisesaw to cut the door.

Because all mortise lock have the same dimensions, a mortise saw is an essential piece of door-preparation.

These locks are very popular for residential doors and office doors. This lock is popular due to its high security, but not as secure as a mortise lock, and easy installation. Tubular locks are easy to change, provided that standard bore holes exist in the door. There are two types of popular tubular style locks: single cylinder or double cylinder.

Which lock is right for you? Your project will require a few doors. But, it is likely that you will need more than one type of door. There is a good chance that you will need both a mortise lock and a tubular lock. It is important to know how to install these locks.

Your first line of defense is your most exterior doors. These doors should be the most secure, regardless of the type of commercial steel door or hardware. These doors need mortise locks. It is not worth it to install a less secure tubular lock at your main access points.

Tubular locks are still an option, especially when you consider the ongoing maintenance required to operate a facility. Tubular locks are cost-effective, and they can be easily repaired or replaced. This makes them a good choice for interior doors that function more as partitions rather than protection barriers. This style of hardware is ideal for offices.

The purpose of the door is the best way to choose your lock style. Mortise is best if the door is intended to provide security. Tubular is acceptable if the door serves more of a privacy or partition function.