Door latches come in a variety of styles and types, and are probably more versatile than you might think. They’re most commonly seen on backyard fence gates, toolshed doors, and barns, but they can ...

The front door is the first line of security in your home. Relying on a single locking mechanism just doesn't make sense.

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If your door latch rubs against the strike plate, or worse, is stuck inside it, it's easy to jump to conclusions. A lot of people either call a local repair professional or replace the hardware right ...

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This reader-submitted design for a one-hand gate latch makes opening a gate much easier for the farmer with full hands. My hands are often full when I’m doing work around my homestead, and opening a ...

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A jammed door latch, often caused by slight misalignment from regular use, can be easily fixed by homeowners. By loosening and then retightening the doorknob screws, the latch can be realigned with ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. If your door latch rubs against the strike plate, or worse, is stuck inside it, it's easy to jump to conclusions. A lot of people ...