Mastering Mortise Locks: Repair and Maintenance Tips
Learn to Build with Brent Hull
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9m 14s
Brent Hole explores the world of home locks, focusing on the durability of mortise locks in pre-1940 houses. He details the lock mechanism and its components, demonstrating how to disassemble, clean, and lubricate these locks. Brent highlights the importance of identifying original hardware and encourages viewers to repair rather than replace their old locks, promoting a simple project that enhances both authenticity and functionality.
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