With a ruler or measuring tape determine where the center of the drawer is.
Add a lock to a drawer.
It is very simple to build and rather effective.
The secret drawer lock provides invisible high tech security to a dresser or cabinet drawer.
Examine the desk drawer.
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Measure the thickness of the drawer face.
Align the strike plate and remove wood from the drawer to install it.
The best place to install the lock is at the center of the drawer.
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A location higher on the filing cabinet door will hinder the top edge of the drawer from being pried open.
Select the best location for the lock on the drawer and mark the location for screws with a pencil or washable marker.
With that in mind choose a location about one inch below the top lip of the drawer.
Hey guys in this video i m installing a drawer lock in this kitchen drawer.
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It uses a spring loaded solenoid lock mechanism that is powered when a reed magnet switch is activated.
T handle keyed alike cam locks choose these locks if you need to open several with the same key.
It uses a battery to power the lock mechanism but i have also included a optional power port on the bottom of the drawer to be able to plug it in and activate it even if the battery dies.
Mark this point with a marker or piece of tape.
Place the chosen lock in the spot to ensure that the bolt of the lock will extend far enough to catch should the drawer be opened.
Make sure you have at least 1 2 inch thickness where you want to mount the lock.
Step 1 choose a location for the lock.
Hey guys in this video i m installing a drawer lock in this kitchen drawer.
A mortise lock is installed entirely in the wood so you need to use a hammer and chisel to chip and remove wood from the center of the drawer.