Can this be used for front doors? We want to use it for our front door since our daughter has figured how to open it by herself.
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I wouldn't recommend it for that purpose, this lock leaves at least an inch gap after it's fastened so it wouldn't be ideal for doors that need to be completely closed. I'd suggest looking for door knob locks or deadbolts for front doors.
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I dont see why not it fits most doors. As long as the strip of framing its supposed to catch on is flat I would think it would work just fine.
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I guess you could use if for a front door, but then your front door is unlocked for anyone else to come and go...I would probably only use it for interior doors. It's so inexpensive though, it's probably worth a try...Good luck!
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The Door Monkey (from our experience) is only to keep a door ajar & to prevent little ones (human or pets) from opening the door any further to gain access into the room. To have the door close shut, the Door Monkey has to be completely removed.So unless you plan on keeping the front door open a little, then yes, you probably can use it. This does not prevent a toddler from opening a completely closed door. Otherwise, have you considered fastening a safety gate on the other side of the front door, as a precaution?I hope this answer helps.We are completely happy with our purchases. We have three of these. The Door Monkey (from our experience) is only to keep a door ajar & to prevent little ones (human or pets) from opening the door any further to gain access into the room. To have the door close shut, the Door Monkey has to be completely removed.So unless you plan on keeping the front door open a little, then yes, you probably can use it. This does not prevent a toddler from opening a completely closed door. Otherwise, have you considered fastening a safety gate on the other side of the front door, as a precaution?I hope this answer helps.We are completely happy with our... » Read More The Door Monkey (from our experience) is only to keep a door ajar & to prevent little ones (human or pets) from opening the door any further to gain access into the room. To have the door close shut, the Door Monkey has to be completely removed.So unless you plan on keeping the front door open a little, then yes, you probably can use it. This does not prevent a toddler from opening a completely closed door. Otherwise, have you considered fastening a safety gate on the other side of the front door, as a precaution?I hope this answer helps.We are completely happy with our purchases. We have three of these. « Show Less
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It works on any door with a door frame.. But... The door is kept open by one or 2 inches when it's in its locked position. So I assume you wouldn't want to use it on your front door because you don't want that to be open.
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I would not recommend for the front door even if it works- this would leave your frnot door unlocked and any body could break into your house while you are somewhere else inside.
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Here ....Prime-Line Products U 9888 Flip Action Steel Door Lock, is another lock that is simple and will work on an exterior (opens inward) door to prevent a child from opening the door
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It's not the best for front doors because, in order for it to work properly, there has to be that slight gap (maybe 1-2 inches), so the door is actually open. If you are't worried about bugs and don't mind a draft, then go right ahead. :-)
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yes. my three yr old can open the door. he can bang hard enough and the door opens. the latch doesn't grip well enough on the frame.
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I would say yes, depending on the dog. I've tested trying to force a door open and you have to open and close the door several times with force to get the wedge to shift and even then the door won't open all the way. My result was based on my flooring and door so I coudn't say for sure if it would work for you, but keep in mind some dogs are pretty clever. If they figured out they could use their head to pull the door in an opposite direction, you never know!
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I would say yes. But remember since it just sticks on the glass, if someone really wanted to get in they probably could slam the door really hard and it would come off of the glass. I use it to keep my toddler inside of my house. Not really for security purposes.
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Yes, it can be used by itself. I installed on a shed door and it works very well.
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It will work. You could probably find 2 smaller plates at lowes to fashion to each door. The plate prevents damage to the door and will help reinforce the door in an attempted break in.
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Yes it can. I also have a swing out front door and installed this door and it works just fine. A couple of things to consider: The bottom track that would normally be below or level with the front step with an exterior install will now be above the floor about one inch, you can leave the track as is or add a board/trim etc. to even it out, strengthen it or just for decorative reasons in general but keep in mind it still may be a trip hazard which is another issue. If you have door trim inside it will have to be removed to install the tracks and will be to short after the install unless you rip it down and just keep the partial trim, if you get new trim remember that it will be wider because of the screen frame and higher because of the upper track plus the lower track now on top the floor adding height. It's a little more work than installing it outside but workable. I think Home Depot also sells these doors and may have one on display for some visuals but I can't guarantee that. Forgot to mention that this door mounts outside the opening to the wall/door frame just in case. Hope this helps you out.
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It could, but then you would need to install a handle of some kind on the front to pull this out, since the door is intended to be attached to the front panel.
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I tried it and it stayed shut. you have to push the button for it to open. if it falls on the button, rom a good height it might open. I think its pretty safe though
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Not really, although it might be possible. I really need to lift it slightly and make sure the top catches. It is a safe gate though- I can't imagine small children figuring out how to open it. I use it outside to keep my dogs out of the side part of my yard. I hope that helps.
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It certainly isn't designed to work for that. I have used Mommy's Helper Slide-Lok Bi-Fold Door Lock ( Mommy's Helper Slide-Lok Bi-Fold Door Lock ) and it works better than you would think it would from its picture.
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Could this be used on bottom of door instead of top/what do I use for this?
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Yes, it is designed for double doors. We use it on our French doors that open to the patio. Obviously, if your child repeatedly tries to slam the door open hard enough, the plastic lock will break. We use ours to keep our 7 & 3 year-olds from opening the patio door a thousand times per day, like they used to do.
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We didn't get quite that far. We couldn't keep it locked from the outside with the lock engaged. Though, I imagine that this piece is so flimsy that with some jiggling and a little pressure you could probably pop it open. You are far better off changing your door handles.
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This works by catching the door jamb. If there is a small gap in your exterior doors - it works well. We mainly use it on interior doors to keep kids out of rooms they don't need to be in without supervision. The door stays open a couple of inches, but is too tall for them to reach.
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I used this on a main sliding patio door also. It works well for a two and three year old. It was stayed attached when it is inadvertently forgotten by the adults, but because it is affixed by adhesive, it's limits are unknown. It has added extra security with the toddlers, as they really like unlocking doors and opening them.
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If the door is made of wood, then yes. However, I would ensure that the hook does not hit anything when you open and close it the door as the hooks can potentially damage anything it might hit, like a wall. The hooks are pretty solid and sturdy.