New products are always being created, but some take longer than others to come to the market. We wanted to give you a sneak peek of what’s in store for 2021 that will have you scrambling to get it!

-Bacterial door hinges that keep your food safe from bacteria and other contaminants

-More efficient mortise locks with less bulkiness and more flexibility for different doors and a wider variety of handle types

-LCN door closers that allow you to close your doors without touching them. This is perfect for those who worry about their hands being contaminated or just want a more minimalist lifestyle.

Mortise Door Hinges: The Mortise Hinge has been around for centuries and is still highly popular among woodworkers today. When you install a Mortise Door Hinge it is necessary to cut a mortise (a rectangular hole) in one of the pieces of wood that are going to be hinged together so that the hinge can be inserted into this slot. This is the only kind of hinge that is practical for use on a wide, flat door.

Butt Hinges: The Butt Hinge is also referred to as the butt-and-tenon or full-mortise hinge. A Butt Hinge consists of two parts that are connected by means of an integral tenon at one end and a mortise in the other. This type of hinge may be inserted into a slot cut into the material you will be hinged. Continuous Hinge: A Continuous Hinge consists of a long, narrow strip of metal with projections at both ends that can slide into a slot in the object that it will be used on.

The mortise lock style is often mounted on doors that are located in wet environments like bathrooms or kitchens. The surface mount is suited for placement inside a frame and is often used for closers with an exposed trim plate or door stop. A concealed mount will be installed within the jamb’s false rabbet without showing any mounting hardware and is suitable only for LCN Door Closers.

An LCN door closer is a device that attaches to the top of a door to close it. They are most often used on interior doors, but they can be installed on exterior doors as well. Often times, these devices will also include mechanisms for locking and unlocking the door, in addition to being able to determine if someone is pushing from the inside or outside.

An LCN door closer is made up of several key components. Along the top of the device, there are small wheels that move in tandem with the door's opening and closing. This allows the door to open evenly with every movement. Along the bottom of the device, there is a hinge mechanism that allows the door to be opened and closed by moving from either side. These hinges are made up of two pieces that provide support as well as strength. There are also ratch mechanisms that allow for an adjustable sliding mechanism for equal tension on both sides of the door. Additionally, most LCN closers include a locking mechanism to prevent people or other animals from exiting or entering a building through an entryway

About Park Avenue Locks

Choosing the right door lock for your business or home can be stressful. At Park Avenue locks, we strive to make it as easy as possible by breaking down your options and offering a wide selection to fit your style. Some of our best-selling products include yale locksets, lcn door closers, hes electric strikes, and many more. Get the best door lock brands all in one location for affordable pricing, whether you’re a custom home builder or a homeowner when you shop with us. For all your door locks and accessories, head over to Park Avenue Locks. We offer both residential and commercial door locks at competitive prices and offer free shipping on orders over $49. 

For more information visit, https://www.parkavenuelocks.com/

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The right door hardware for your particular needs can be a difficult choice to make. There are many different types of hardware available and choosing the wrong one could turn into a costly decision. This blog post will explore some of the factors you should think about before making your purchase.

The first thing you need to do is determine what type of door you want to install it on, as this will dictate everything else. For example, if you are installing a door that will only be used to gain access into a garage, then you should avoid hardware that protrudes outwards. The protruding type of hardware should be used in hallways and around doors that will be used frequently as they tend to wear out and can cause damage or rattle.

The next thing you need to consider is whether you want the handle to hang flush on the door or above it. If your door is wider than 75 mm, then your choices are limited as the overhanging type of handle will not fit on the doors. The other factor that will affect this decision is if there are more than one door in the hallway.

If you have not already done so, now is the time to measure the width of the door and set your budget into consideration. It is usually a good idea to buy hardware in sets so that you do not end up buying more than you need or want. If your purchase goal is only to use it on one door, then it may be cheaper in the long run to buy a single piece of hardware rather than several smaller ones which will require drilling holes into your doorframe. Also consider where the hardware will be located as this can have an impact on what type of joining techniques you should choose for attaching them to your frame.

Electric Strikes

When doing your research, you may have come across the term strike. This is the part which attaches to your door frame and works by holding the door in place when closed. Strikes come in both overhanging and flush mounted varieties depending on your needs. Some locks are already attached to the strike so that all you need to do is mount it onto your frame. If you cannot find a pre-attached lock, then there are plenty of different locks available that will fit any type of strike.

Closers

When it comes to commercial locks, you might not know what LCN means. But chances are, if you work in the real estate lock and hardware business, you've heard of LCN door closers. A closer is used to keep doors closed by using gravity or springs. There are many different types of closers available but they all function in a similar way. The most common is the sliding assembly type which catches a lever that is attached to your door. These types of closers are mostly used behind a door threshold and should not protrude above it.

Panic Hardware

There are a myriad of different panic door locking mechanisms on the market today. They all have their strengths and weaknesses, but it’s important to know the ins and outs of each type before committing to any one.

Panic hardware, also called panic exit devices or panic door locks, are installed in the interior of a door to provide a means of escape in an emergency. They are commonly installed on the doors in group living environments such as dorms and hotels, and even public bathrooms. Panic hardware can be found on egress doors which allow people to exit from buildings into public walkways or from one part of a building to another, fire rated doors, and doors through which people could otherwise be trapped in any number of situations. The major consideration when looking at the various options is whether or not you’ll be using them for egress purposes. This generally means that a power source other than that available to the building will be required.

About Park Avenue Locks

Choosing the right door lock for your business or home can be stressful. At Park Avenue locks, we strive to make it as easy as possible by breaking down your options and offering a wide selection to fit your style. Some of our best-selling products include Yale locksets, lcn door closers, electric strikes, and many more. Get the best door lock brands all in one location for affordable pricing, whether you’re a custom home builder or a homeowner when you shop with us. For all your door locks and accessories, head over to Park Avenue Locks. We offer both residential and commercial door locks at competitive prices and offer free shipping on orders over $49. 

For more information visit, https://www.parkavenuelocks.com/

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First impressions matter and your home's door accessories are the first things you see every day. They add security to your house in a stylish way. When choosing the best door accessories for your house, there are a few things to keep in mind.

Door accessories include various styles of door handles, knobs, exit devices, and locks to provide security, style, and design. There are several kinds of door accessories, ranging from domestic to commercial, mechanical to electronic safety devices, and various door closers. Some accessories can be used for both external and internal purposes.

Exit alarms

People may need to immediately evacuate a room or building in the case of a fire and other such emergencies. One door can provide an instantaneous escape from the house for a large number of people crammed into a hall. A doorknob and deadbolt are definitely not the best door accessories for this case. A handle or knob can attach under intense pressure to escape, stopping the doors from operating at all. In conjunction, if the deadbolt is damaged, the door must be unlocked by opening it which is obviously not a practical solution during such times.

A panic hardware device is what you need

A lock with a release bar on the inside. Once pushed, the release bar detaches the lock bolt, allowing the door to open. The triggering part of the locking system must stretch at least halfway around the entrance, according to most standards. The release bars could be tightened with a dogging mechanism, allowing the latch bolt to stay withdrawn and the door to be used as a push-pin door. They may or may not be controlled by a key. Panic hardware is also called a panic exit device, panic device, crash bar, and panic bolt. So, don’t get confused when buying one for your home.

LCN door closers

For too many different styles of choices, deciding which door closer to buy can be challenging. Frequency of usage, life-cycle expense, usability, and the requisite functionality and features are all considerations to include. Furthermore, there are certain code specifications that must be met. The role of the door closer is to enable doors to open and close effortlessly and come back to their ideal position when the backcheck is applied. The backcheck functionality of LCN door closers smoothens the door's swing, stopping it from crashing into the stop with too much force.

Electric Strikes

Because it could only be triggered with a card, remote, or a pin connected with the strike, an electric strike is a secure and convenient choice for home security. Electric strikes are easier and faster to mount. Since electric strikes are only installed on the door's frame, mounting them only necessitates a small cut. Electric strikes are less difficult to set up. Installing them with a professional technician or carpenter can take much less time because the materials and labor expenses would be less.

Decorative cylindrical locksets

Door knobs, designer handlebars, and levers all have their own distinct style that complements your home's architectural vision. Outside the entrance, the door handle must look quite right with space. With similar design features matching the furniture, curtains, or other aspects of the design, everything should be in harmony with the overall design. Decorative cylindrical locksets can make a difference with their unique style and materials.

Bottom line

Homeowners should prioritize safety and security with style, and hence these elements should go hand in hand across all your purchase decisions. While you are checking door accessories it’s worth checking online retailers like Park Avenue Locks for high-quality door locks and accessories online.

About Park Avenue Locks

Choosing the right door lock for your business or home can be stressful. At Park Avenue locks, we strive to make it as easy as possible by breaking down your options and offering a wide selection to fit your style. Some of our best-selling products include yale locksets, lcn door closers, hes electric strikes, and many more. Get the best door lock brands all in one location for affordable pricing, whether you’re a custom home builder or a homeowner when you shop with us. For all your door locks and accessories, head over to Park Avenue Locks. We offer both residential and commercial door locks at competitive prices and offer free shipping on orders over $49. 

For more information visit, https://www.parkavenuelocks.com/

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Appetite for Corruption is an interesting mix of rock and roll meets science fiction weirdness.

I actually read a free sample of this book early last year, and yesterday I finally got round to reading the whole book from beginning to end. I’m so pleased I did, as this is both a fun and nostalgic read.

This is a great book for fans of rock music, bands, gigs and festivals. I’ve been going to rock gigs since I was 14 years old, so it was hard not to get completely drawn into this story. One thing that made this book stand out from other rockstar books I’ve read is that it wasn’t full of swearing. I’ve been put off other books due to them including far too much bad language, and not a lot else. This thankfully didn’t have that.

The following quote made me giggle, mostly because I think all country bumpkin petrol stations are run by deranged cannibals, having watched too many films like The Hills Have Eyes. Living down in West Cornwall feels a lot like The Wicker Man sometimes, so I enjoyed this spooky country reference in the book:

“A confirmed ‘townie’, Melly did not trust the countryside – she had watched one too many Hammer Horror films in her youth and half believed that picturesque country villages were all havens for covens of devil worshippers and vampires.”

Although I was entertained by some of the rockstar characters, my favourite character was Audrey. I loved it when she said the following to Geordie:

“You NEVER remember me. It must be really good to be off your face all the time – you get to meet so many new people.”

British sarcasm at its best. I love it.

Ever wondered why you feel so rough after a rock festival? Well, this book might just have the answer!