You can accomplish much of the same by using longer screws

You can accomplish much of the same by using longer screws
by grnd (2012-12-11 09:36:50)

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In reply to: Most of the time the burglars bypass the lock posted by catiemcd

There should be at least two vertical studs forming the lock side of the door frame. Installing the strike plate with heavier 3" screws will ensure that you are taking full advantage of all of the strength that is there.

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Screws arent the weak point - tenn_subway 2012-12-11 10:33:27
- Edit: I guess it depends on how you look at it. - grnd 2012-12-11 10:41:04
this saved my home from burglary. - HoltzBeWithUs 2012-12-11 09:39:57

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