How to Punch Out a Hole in a Patio Door Handle for a Keyed Lock
A quick tutorial showing how to punch out a pre-formed knockout plug in a sliding patio door handle so a keyed cylinder can be installed. This modification allows the door to be locked and unlocked from the exterior using a key.
Compatible Handles (Can Be Punched Out Using This Method)
- Charlotte Patio Door Euro Style Handle Set#14510
- Non-Handed Diecast Outside Pull with Knockout Plug#14113
- Sliding Glass Door Handle (No Key)#14417
- Classic Outside Pull with Knock-Out for Keyed Cylinder#14267
- Outside Pull — 3-15/16" Screw Hole Pattern, White#14268
- Outside Pull — 3-15/16" H.C., Plastic Black#14114
- Truth Allure Patio Door Handle — 3-15/16" Non-Keyed#14601
- Outside Pull Universal — 2-1/4" to 6" H.C.#14121
- Inside Handle — 3-15/16" Screw Holes, Aluminum#14308
Keyed Cylinder Used in This Video