Installing A Deadbolt On A Metal Door

If you re in a situation where you cannot or do not want to use a drill to install your lock there are a couple ways of installing an interior door lock without a drill.

Installing a deadbolt on a metal door. Most moderately skilled amateurs can complete this task in about half an hour. Now installing a deadbolt on a metal door isn t really that much different than installing it on a wood door or fiberglass door. All you need is the right hardware and your job should be pretty easy. That s about average for a good deadbolt and a hole saw set.

How to install a deadbolt lock. Calling a locksmith out for this how to install a deadbolt lock job will cost 150 or more but you can install a heavy duty deadbolt yourself in less than an hour for a third of the price. I also need to drill the hole in the door jamb frame of the door so the bolt can go inside when locked. To cut through a steel door make sure you get a bimetal hole saw set.

Choose a position on the door for the lock. Attach the jig to the door and use the router bit with a drill to cut along the grooves of the jig. Install the deadbolt lock about 44 inches above the bottom of the door. If your new deadbolt has a concealed screw for the interior door knob consult the installation instructions for your specific lock.

Smear a little lipstick on the end of the deadbolt close the door and turn the lock. When you open the door the position of the bolt will be evident on the jamb. Installing a deadbolt lock on a steel door may sound intimidating but with the right tools it s a fairly simple task. I m installing a deadbolt to a metal steel door.

There is only a sheet of metal and it is hollow empty inside. If you purchased an installation kit use the supplied jig for marking the lockset faceplate and a router to cut into the door shown.