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Locks
Robbery is a very widespread
crime. Numerous infractions are reported every year. Law
enforcement statistics indicate that most burglars gain
entrance by breaking a door, a window being their second
choice. To protect yourself from this blight, it’s important
to equip doors and windows with good locks and security
equipment.
When
a key breaks off in the lock
It's not easy to remove a broken key from a lock barrel. But
it can be done by using a small blade from a bracket saw.
Slip the saw blade under the broken key and use the blade's
teeth to grip the key's teeth.
Paraffin to make chrome sparkle
Make the chrome on toasters, stove rings, handles and other
ornaments sparkle with liquid paraffin, also known as lamp
fuel. A light rub with a cloth or a paper towel will
guarantee brilliant, shiny chrome. But be careful, liquid
paraffin is inflammable.
Marking the frame to install a strike plate
To cut a precise hole in a door frame (strike plate) to
receive a door handle bolt, shake some chalk line powder on
the bolt, close the door firmly holding back the bolt and
turn the handle to mark the correct location where the
strike plate should be installed. Turn the handle back and
forth to clearly mark the spot. You will then be able to dig
out the hole with a chisel or a router. Finish the edges
with sandpaper.
Lighting a door lock at night
Are you sick of coming home from work and fumbling in the
dark to insert the key into the door lock. Simply install a
light detector socket in the outside light. It will turn on
automatically when it's needed, I.e. once the sun goes down
and, even when your not at home, help protect your property
against burglars. |
