The versatility of Euro Cylinder locks

Euro cylinder Barnsley

The versatility of the euro cylinder lock is hardly a surprising reason they are the most popular way to lock modern homes and commercial buildings. Both locksmiths and door manufacturers like Euro Cylinder locks. They are popular with both groups. This is because of their versatility. The press has given the simple euro cylinder a lot of bad press because of “lock snapping“. I thought it would be worth explaining its good points.

Euro Cylinder lock advantages

The locks have a big advantage. You can change the cylinder without changing the hardware. So, for example, you do not need to change the handles. They can also be different lengths.

Another big advantage of the Euro Cylinder lock is its versatility. You can usually get cylinders in many different lengths. You can also use all these cylinders with the same type of key. You can progress this into a complete master suite. It will have a “general master key” that controls all the cylinders. Under this “Master,” there will be other key holders who have limited access. This is very useful for buildings with many offices.

The Master key system

So, how does the master key system work? Each tenant is given their key, called the change key, which only unlocks their own door to their premises. But there is a second key that is usually kept by the building manager, owner, or caretaker, called the master key. This allows the building manager or owner to open all of the office doors with this master key.

The Euro Cylinder lock’s versatility is the main reason it is so popular with locksmiths and property owners alike.

If you are in the Barnsley area, ring Stephen on 01226 307183 to learn why Euro Cylinder locks are so popular.