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Old 04-25-2015, 04:26 PM
 
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Is this possible? My door and the door trim are not flush. The trim extends maybe 1/4 in. past the door. Can I install a door buckle lock? They are more secure than a chain lock, so I'd rather have the buckle lock.

I'm wondering if there's a way to attach something to the door/trim to make it flush, so I can install the lock.

Door buckle lock:

https://encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com/i...FbLTRovnkX9pU9
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Old 04-26-2015, 12:14 AM
 
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Oh, I found a picture of a door that is like mine. Someone drilled a groove to make the lock fit. This seems like a good idea.

https://www.ibmhcorp.com/img/product...ador-barra.jpg
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Old 04-26-2015, 06:00 AM
 
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You can also place a thin block of wood under the part on the door side. Buy longer screws at the hardware store.
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Old 04-26-2015, 06:19 AM
 
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In your situation, buy a plastic covered, high tensile steel cable door lock.
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Old 12-11-2021, 06:02 AM
 
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Is this possible? My door and the door trim are not flush. The trim extends maybe 1/4 in. past the door. Can I install a door buckle lock? They are more secure than a chain lock, so I'd rather have the buckle lock.

I'm wondering if there's a way to attach something to the door/trim to make it flush, so I can install the lock.

Door buckle lock:

https://encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com/i...FbLTRovnkX9pU9
A residential door is usually always flush with the door jamb and sheetrock or plaster so the surface of the trim/casing extends out further than the surface of the door.

The buckle lock is typical for a hotel or commercial building where the door is flush with a hollow metal door jamb.

Rather than modifying/butchering the wood casing, I would opt for a different type of device to provide added security to your door if desired.
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Old 12-11-2021, 11:31 AM
 
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Perhaps this style of slide latch would work without cutting into the trim.

https://www.amazon.com/Belwith-Produ...dp/B000PIQWAO/
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