Night Latches

Secure, Convenient Access for Wooden Doors

Our Night Latches provide reliable front-door security with easy, key-operated access from the outside and a convenient internal knob. Commonly used on wooden entrance doors, these latches are ideal for homes, flats, and offices where simple locking and auto-latching is essential.

✅ Key Features:

• Available in standard and deadlocking models

• Suited for timber front doors or flat entrances

• Key-operated from outside, knob-operated inside

• Choose from 60mm or 40mm backset options

• Finishes: brass, chrome, satin, grey, and black

• BS 3621 high-security models available (insurance approved)

Perfect for pairing with a mortice deadlock or as a standalone solution for everyday door security.

📘 FAQs – Night Latches

❓ What is a night latch?

A night latch is a surface-mounted lock that automatically latches when the door closes. It's unlocked from the outside with a key and from the inside with a knob or lever.

❓ What's the difference between standard and deadlocking night latches?

• Standard night latches: latch can be opened anytime from the inside

• Deadlocking night latches: the latch can be "locked" internally to prevent it from being opened even from the inside (added security)

❓ Are night latches secure enough for front doors?

Yes, especially BS 3621-rated models, which are often insurance approved. For maximum security, combine with a 5-lever mortice deadlock.

❓ What is backset size and which should I choose?

Backset = distance from the door’s edge to the spindle hole:

• 60mm = deeper fit, most common

• 40mm = used for narrow stiles or older doors
  Measure your existing latch to match size.

❓ Can night latches be used on uPVC or composite doors?

No – night latches are designed for wooden doors only. For uPVC or composite doors, use a multipoint locking system.

❓ Can I replace a night latch easily?

Yes – most follow a standard pattern, so replacing an existing night latch with a new one of the same backset and size is straightforward.

❓ Are these latches handed?

Most night latches are non-handed and can be fitted to either left or right opening doors.

❓ What’s included?

Each night latch kit typically contains:

• Lock body

• External cylinder with keys

• Strike plate

• Fixings and screws

• Instructions