For sliding glass doors, patio door
latches are mainly used. Because of their utility and compatibility with
the doors they are one of the most sought after products in the world.
It is increasingly being demanded and used by the hotel industry,
resorts, offices etc. These latches require no keys, chains, or
spring-loaded mechanisms and provide maximum security. These latches are
easy to install, maintain and and can be mounted anywhere along the
frame.
Types
of Patio Door Latches
The choice of the patio door latches depend on the type of patio doors
that you have. The two main types of patio doors are non-sliding patio
doors and sliding patio doors are the two main types of patio doors.
Usually Sliding patio door latches that sit in the sliding door track,
are keyed. Some of the latches however are not keyed. The latches that
do not require any key are triggered by using switch in order to engage
or disengage the sliding door latch. However keyed variety of the
sliding door latch is preferred to the non keyed variety.
Finishes on Patio Door Latches
Patio door latches feature a steel rod handle with die-cast mounting
plates made of zinc. They are available in different styles. The most
common finishes available are black, white, brass, and nickel. Patio
door latches are made of different materials like:
- Aluminum
- Brass
- Steel
- Wrought iron
- Bronze
- Nickel etc.
