bolt locks

Sliding bar latches

Bolt locks are locks secured by a sliding metal bar that extends into a door frame or strike plate.

The bolt—a rod or bar—slides horizontally to fasten the door.

She installed bolt locks on all the exterior doors.

Deadbolts, which require a key or thumb turn rather than a spring mechanism, offer greater security than standard spring bolts.

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