Question 1

Any tips on how I can thicken the part that slides in? It's no where near snug/close to my door.

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Hi, Leigh Godbey here from Nightlock Security, the only authorized Distributor of Nightlock on Amazon, and I can probably help you resolve this issue.  There are several potential solutions, depending on how much space there is between the door and the sliding backing plate. For example, if you have a 1/2" gap, getting a piece of stock aluminum (or even a piece of wood) 3/8" to 7/16" thick and, using "liquid nail" to apply it to the backing plate, this will solve the gap issue.  Or, you can contact me, through Amazon, and I can probably supply you with the piece of aluminum stock from our steel company!  Hope this helps!

Question 2

How thick/high is the floor plate? I'm concerned with tripping on it.

Accepted Answer

Product description says: Base plate height of 7/16" Requires at least a 1/2" clearance between bottom of door and the floor

Question 3

Do you have to use the plate under the floor?

Accepted Answer

The base plate mounts on top of the floor.  The mounting screws should be long enough to penetrate the subfloor.  Extra support under the subfloor can be achieved by securing a 2x6 board to the underside of the subfloor (if access to this area is possible).

Question 4

I have all laminate wood flooring in my basement. Will the screws go deep enough to anchor into it?

Accepted Answer

Great question. Have a helper lay 2x6 under the plate in the basement. Wood glue 2x6 if possible. It won't go anywhere no matter how hard it gets kicked. No go protect your property. Oh you may want to sand the laminate too. Good luck to you. Oh, sorry I forgot screws are 3" long. They should be long enough, if not get some longer ones at hardware. God bless you and your home!

ASIN	B007Y7PVLK
Best Sellers Rank	1,200,248 in DIY & Tools ( See Top 100 in DIY & Tools ) 3,852 in Cabinet Locks
Brand	Nightlock
Colour	Nickel
Control Method	Touch
Controller Type	Hand Control
Customer Reviews	4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars (1,004)
Finish	Anodized Finish,Brushed Nickel
Included Components	Drill bit, Screwdriver, Base plate
Item Dimensions	24.1 x 9.2 x 8.3 centimetres
Item Weight	1.7 Pounds
Lock Type	Deadbolt
Manufacturer	Taylor Brothers Door Lock
Material	Aluminium
Model Name	Nightlock Security Lock Door Barricade Brushed Nickel
Model Number	14002
Number of Pieces	1
Part Number	14002
Recommended Uses For Product	home security
Shape	Rectangular
Special Features	Key Unlock
Style	Modern
UPC	704125140022 785479658036 732454324233
Unit Count	1.0 count

Nightlock Security Lock Door Barricade Brushed Nickel by Nightlock

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