Part of the series.
How to install a door lock.
A lockset typically includes a paper template to help you accurately drill the latch and lockset holes in a new door but an optional door lock installation kit also known as a drill guide pictured at the right can make the project easier.
These instructions provide steps for using a drill guide.
If you re in a situation where you cannot or do not want to use a drill to install your lock there are a couple ways of installing an interior door lock without a drill.
The door locks for entrance doors are commonly designed in a very particular way.
How to install an entrance door lock.
Install an entrance door lock.
Most knobs are positioned a comfortable 36 or 38 inches above the floor.
Check the height of other knobs in the house and.