Assuming that the mortise for the strike plate is already drilled, pick up the latch, place it in the latch bore and trace the edge of the faceplate on the door edge.

When you approach door installation as a system—sill pan, flashing, shims, hardware, and sealants working together—you avoid the squeaks, drafts, and sticking ...

Installing the Altman Easy Latch kit is surprisingly easy—all kits are vehicle specific and include contoured mounting plates for the latches that match the door's bodylines.

Sometimes, it can help if you take a marker and mark up the latch bolt. Then, when you close the door, you may be able to see where the latch bolt is meeting the strike plate.

We present the innovative features of a new top pivot family, along with detailed tips and tricks on their correct installation.