Barn doors are used throughout the interior design industry due to their ability to save space by sliding along the wall instead of swinging into the floorplan, which opens up more usable square footage. However, the lock options are often hooks, chains or other hardware that are added as a gaudy afterthought. INOX, creator of decorative hardware and door locks for more than 25 years, has debuted a patent-pending Barn Door Lock, an integrated locking solution for designers, architects and building owners to secure the door for added privacy.
The bolt of the Barn Door Lock is installed inside the door jamb (instead of the practice of adding a lock on the door itself) and slides into the strike. The locking mechanism features a 1-inch bolt that is activated by a thumb turn and can be locked from inside the room. A variety of thumb turns are available, including ADA options. The strike, mounted on the door, features a spring-loaded dust cover with a decorative cap on the opposite side of the door. A safety release allows the lock to be disengaged from the outside in case of an emergency.
Six designer finishes provide both aesthetic and practical options that complement any design space, including: Bright Stainless Steel, Satin Stainless Steel, Satin Brass, Satin Chrome, Oil Rubbed Bronze and Graphite Black.