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Yes, all gates can use a gate latch, but not all gate latches work on all gates. Some require specific designs. Q. How do I install a gate latch?
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The easiest way to install a gate latch is by attaching the hardware to the gate first, lining the closed gate up with the post, and attaching the catch on the post. All it takes is a pencil for marking the holes to drill, a power drill and drill bits, as well as a screwdriver or driver bit for the power drill. Q. What side should a gate open?When it comes to convenience, it’s hard to find something to beat D&D Technologies’ LokkLatch gate latch. This latch features a simple fingertip release as well as a keyed tumbler, making passage an easy, straightforward proposition. It installs just as easily, requiring just a few screws.
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Some gate latches are easier to install than others, and choosing the correct model might hinge a bit on that point. For instance, bolt latches tend to be very easy to install: Just attach the bolt housing to the post-edge of the gate, close the gate, and install the catch that receives the bolt on the gate. In general, this takes six screws. Available in 2 options– Double sided(keypad both sides) or Single sided(Keypad outside, lever handle inside) There are many types of gate latches, each of which works differently while serving the same purpose: to keep the gate secure and closed. Here’s a rundown of the most common types:Gates in chain-link fences require specially designed gate latches like this model from Jake Sales. This latch attaches in seconds, requiring just tightening the nuts on the U-bolt to hold it in place.