This is a well made door guard. This is made for door lock bores that are 5.25-6 inches apart which might be different than your door setup so be sure to measure the latch/bolt holes in your doorframe or at the door first before ordering.
This stainless steel door guard is an excellent addition to your door security. This guard not only reinforces the door itself but it also prevents unauthorized lock picking at the jam.
The instructions were a bit unclear with regards to installing this on your door. You obviously have to remove both your lock handle and deadbolt. BUT...keep the internal latch and deadbolt assemblies screwed to your door along with their original plates. Just remove the screws That hold them in as you will use them later when installing the door guard over them. This door guard WILL go over those latch plates (referring to the jamb side of the door where the patches and bolts come out of...each has their own plate that is screwed in and flush with the jamb side of the door). By installing this over the plates and screwing in the plate screws through the jamb side plate holes, it makes installation much easier AND it will ensure that the door guard will be flush to the jamb.
I did not chisel/notch my door to install this. I literally placed it over the door, installed it jamb side first then used the screws to install the side plates. Worked like a charm! The door shuts without rubbing. If it rubs, you’ll likely have to chisel your door jamb to get it to sit flush. Use a dremel...trust me...so much easier.
Okay so what are the cons?
It’s stainless steel...fingerprints are a thing for people with OCD like me. It’s for my shop though so it’s going to get dirty so it is what it is. Looks great though!
Another con is that they don’t address weatherproofing. They should because while this fits the door nicely, it’s not sealed. It is possible for moisture to seep in and get between the guard and door. If your door is wood like mine is, use a bead of outdoor weatherstripping at the top and along the vertical lines for the surface that is exposed to the elements. This ensures that water will not intrude and become an issue later.
This was a great purchase and I enhanced it with a fantastic door lock / deadbolt combo that I got here on Amazon. It’s a fantastic security solution and I am very satisfied with this purchase.
| Manufacturer | Prime-Line Products |
|---|---|
| Part Number | U 10539 |
| Item Weight | 9.6 ounces |
| Product Dimensions | 3.87 x 1.75 x 10.87 inches |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Item model number | U 10539 |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Size | 1 Pack |
| Color | Stainless Steel |
| Finish | Stainless Steel |
| Material | Steel |
| Item Package Quantity | 1 |
| Included Components | Lock and door reinforcer |
| Batteries Included? | No |
| Batteries Required? | No |
| Warranty Description | Goods are warranted against manufacturing defects for 1 year. In no case is Prime-Line responsible for user related damage or damage incurred during installation. Warranty is void if products are subjected to abnormal conditions, misapplication or abuse. |
