Monthly Archives: November 2022

Do you value having the right commercial storefront door locks to keep your business safe? Locks handles, and accompanying hardware all contribute to not only the aesthetic of your storefront but also its ability to withstand harsh use and break-ins. Here’s what you need to know about your options.

Types of Mortise Storefront Locking Hardware

Most storefront doors are made of aluminum frames and feature a hollow cavity along the edge. Because of the construction of a commercial door, hardware installed inside of a door (mortise locks) is a popular choice.

Deadbolts

Deadbolts are a type of lock that features a durable, retractable bolt that slides into a mortise in a door frame. This is a classic and simple option for commercial spaces that don’t need anything fancy but still want high security.

Hook Bolts

A hook bolt is exactly how it sounds. The name comes from the construction of the lock itself, as there is a hook on the bolt. Sli

Thanksgiving is a time to feast and express gratitude for the little things, which means not having to worry about a kitchen fire or pet escaping through an open door. Here are a few tips to have a safe Thanksgiving this year that you can actually feel thankful about.

1. Prepare for Kids and Pets

Will you expect pets and kids over this Thanksgiving? If so, prepare by kid and pet-proofing your house. Put any candles or sharp objects out of reach and off tables that little ones could knock over. Have kids' snacks and toys on hand, and buy a small bag of dog food or treats to spoil the family pooch.

2. Watch the Stove Closely

According to the NFPA, Thanksgiving leads the way for most home fires involving cooking equipment. If you have a gas stove, the chance of fire is higher than for electric stovetops. So, stay in the kitchen

It’s almost that time of year again when trick-or-treaters line the streets, waiting to fill their basket with chocolates and candy. While spooks and scares will run rampant this Halloween, make sure the not-so-fun kind doesn’t happen at your house. Follow these six home safety tips to protect yourself, your home, and candy-seekers this Halloween

1. Brighten Visibility

Though darkness sets the mood for Halloween, it’s important to keep walkways and the front porch brightly lit. Keeping things well-lit helps trick-r-treaters find their way to your door and avoids stumbles or wandering to the wrong part of your home. Plus, you can keep a better eye out for any Halloween mischievousness.

2. Make a Clear Path for Trick-R-Treaters

Jumping off the point above, clear a direct path for potential trick-r-treaters. That means cleaning leaves or fallen tree debris from your sidewalk, walkways, and front porch. Move potted plants to the sides to prevent people from

The holidays, particularly from October to November, are a crazy time of year for retail stores and their employees. With Black Friday and Christmas shopping underway, large and small retail businesses ramp up operations.

High storefront traffic usually leads to chaos, as workers are stressed out and customers are more demanding. So, practicing business storefront safety during the holiday season is critical to ensure that shoppers and employees avoid accidents and injuries.

Business Storefront Safety Tips for the Holidays

Many things can go wrong, from excessive strain due to restocking shelves to storefront overcrowding. Minimize potential hazards and ensure your commercial space, retail practices, and operations are up to par for the holiday rush. Here are five ways you can indirectly keep your workers and customers safe.

1. Keep Emergency Exits Clear

The first rule of storefront safety is keeping all emergency exits clear at all times. Train

Need to install pocket door hardware, such as a pull handle? Keep reading.

Pocket doors are an excellent solution to saving space in your home. Beyond creating the cutout itself and mounting the frame, installing pocket door hardware is essential to creating a functioning pull-out door. This type of door requires unique door pulls and latches that fit snugly against the door’s surface.

Though there are a few different styles to choose from, traditional pocket door pulls that have a grooved finger notch are the most common. Regardless of your choice, you will need to follow a similar procedure to install the pocket door hardware that involves a bit of cutting and drilling.

Mark the Cuts

Begin by marking the cuts on the edge of the door where the latch a