This is the third fiip action door lock I purchased . It works great and is perfect for preventing children from opening doors. If the gap between the door and the frame is wide enough all you need to do is install the lock. However, one of my doors closes very tightly and I needed to mortise the door frame similar to how a door hinge would be installed. If it where not for the need to mortise the door frame, I would have given it five stars.
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May 17, 2016
Great little safety item
The flip action door lock is just what we were looking for. It was easy to install and makes it impossible for a small child or elderly person to open the basement door, thus avoiding unnecessary injuries.
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Mar 31, 2015
Great for child safety
This works very well to secure the basement door from our toddler. It is attractive and low profile, unlike many child safe devices. My only complaint is that sometimes when you open the door the lock flips back in the way and must be moved again before closing the door. This is only a minor irritation.
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Jun 25, 2013
Works Great!
Works great, keeps my kids from letting themselves out the door. Great price too!
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2 found this review helpful
Apr 5, 2013
A good secure lock when you don't want to do a big installation
These locks are great for privacy locks on parents bedrooms etc They aork great anywhere you want some privacy but don't want to mess with a lengthy installation or a key.
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5 found this review helpful
Mar 27, 2013
Great for doors that open towards you.
Simple idea, easy install. Good for keeping kids out of
closets and opening outer doors.
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1 found this review helpful
Dec 6, 2011
Easy to install, effective.
This is an incredibly easy item to install and it does the job.
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Jul 25, 2011
This was the exact thing we needed.
The store did not stock the color we needed. Three very helpful employees found the product on line and helped us order it, based on the picture. The color is called "oil rubbed bronze" in the plumbing and electrical fixtures. The flip latch works perfectly and matches the hardware on the door and goes with the stain on the frame better than can be expected. Great product, outstanding service, excellent price. Thanks.
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3 found this review helpful
Jul 27, 2010
Don't get a painted lock
I just purchased this in white. Due to it being painted, it seems to clog the threads and the head of a screw broke off trying to get it in.
Buy the brass one or one without any coating on the lock.
Other than that, I've used locks like these for 20 years. They work great for safety while inside your room or home without having a key.