Brass Door Lock Repair

Lock restoration and repair are dedicated to providing an exceptional traditional service for the complete restoration and repair of antique vintage obsolete and prized property door and safe locks and keys.

Brass door lock repair.

Frequently the bolt will be bent from attempts to close the door with it extended. Put some graphite into the keyhole either by squeezing it from a tube or dusting it onto a key and then operate the lock a few times to work the graphite into the mechanism. Being brass they can be carefully straightened. Bespoke manufacture of a hand made ornate steel pierced and engraved key for a large brass cased gibbons rim door lock.

Since 1986 carlisle brass has been manufacturing quality door locks and latches. The fix was so simple i should have done it right away. About 30 of these are locks 3 are lock parts and 1 are other hardware. You can stick both the deadbolt door handle through the styrofoam and prop them against a bucket.

The brunt of this resistance was absorbed by the brass knob for the dead bolt and it eventually broke. Masters of our craft we re proud to stock an extensive collection of lock and latch types so you can find the perfect product for your application. Step 4 soak heavily tarnished brass with ammonia. In stock and ready to ship.

One word of caution when spray painting deadbolts or door handles use very light coats of paint. Painted hardware can be cleaned with paint remover and or with a dremel and rotating brush. Before you buy a replacement lock try some quick remedies. The brass can polish up like new but will have to be varnished or waxed after.

Use a lacquer thinner or a mixture of vinegar and salt scour with 0000 steel wool the finest available on solid brass but very carefully on plated surfaces. Lock de icers contain alcohol and other lubricants that help to dissolve gummy dirty deposits. Choose from our selection of brass door locks including over 200 products in a wide range of styles and sizes. A wide variety of brass door locks parts options are available to you such as lock turning and furniture lock.

An old soft t shirt is a better choice for thin brass plated surfaces. You can paint both sides of the hardware within seconds and save a ton of time. Since i m easily distracted we spent the next ten months un locking the front door with a screwdriver before i finally got around to repairing the lock.