How to Install a Rim Lock | Step-by-Step Guide (2025)

Want to install a rim lock on your door? This step-by-step guide makes the process simple, whether you’re restoring a period property or upgrading your door security. Rim locks are a classic and practical addition to internal and external doors, offering both style and function. We'll guide you through the entire process, ensuring you know the ins and outs of installing a rim lock. We'll start with the tools you'll need, then move on to choosing the right rim lock for your door, marking and drilling the holes, and finally, mounting and testing the lock. Tools & Materials needed: Rim lock set, Power Drill, Chisel, Mallet, Sanding Block, Stanley Knife, Flat Head & Phillips Screwdriver, Hex Key, Set Square, Tape Measure, Wood Filler Difficulty level: Intermediate to Expert Video Highlights: 00:00 Introduction 00:20 Tools Required 00:42 Removing Old Ironmongery 01:11 Preparing door for Rim Lock 01:53 Choosing Rim Lock 02:13 Measuring Rim Lock to Door 2:35 Cutting out Architrave for the strike plate 03:12 Measuring & Drilling hole for Mortice bar 03:58 Attaching Rose Plate for Door Knob 04:12 Final Painting & Reassembly of Rim Lock 04:41 Tips for attaching Door Knobs Shop our High-Quality & Traditional Rim Locks: https://www.suffolklatchcompany.com/c... #diy #homeimprovement #RimLockInstallation #helpfultips #doorhardware #ironmongery #Rimlock #doorknob #SuffolkLatchCompany #installation Our Website ► https://www.suffolklatchcompany.com FOLLOW US: Instagram ►   / suffolklatchcompany   Facebook ►   / suffolk.latch   Pinterest ►   / suffolklatchcom