{"id":20029,"date":"2023-04-24T09:00:00","date_gmt":"2023-04-24T07:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.paratureforma.com\/blog\/elementos-comunes\/sin-categoria\/how-to-change-the-lock-of-your-armored-door-easily\/"},"modified":"2026-02-03T13:05:53","modified_gmt":"2026-02-03T12:05:53","slug":"how-to-change-the-lock-of-your-armored-door-easily","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.paratureforma.com\/blog\/en\/common-elements\/how-to-change-the-lock-of-your-armored-door-easily\/","title":{"rendered":"How to change the lock of your armored door easily"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Have you lost your house keys and are worried that someone might gain access to your home? <strong>The simplest solution to maintain peace of mind in this regard is to change the lock on your armored door<\/strong>, thus ensuring that only those who have the corresponding key will be able to enter. Otherwise, what would be the point of having <a href=\"https:\/\/www.paratureforma.com\/puertas-acorazadas-de-seguridad\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">an armored door<\/a>? <\/p>\n\n<!--more-->\n\n<p>Surely you have heard on more than one occasion of the exorbitant prices of locksmith work, even more so when it is an emergency. Learning how to <strong>change the lock of your armored door with your own hands will help you to avoid this expense<\/strong> and, above all, to increase the security of your home against any intrusion. <\/p>\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">When to change the lock of an armored door<\/h2>\n\n<p><strong>One of the most common doubts about changing the lock of an armored door is when it is convenient to do it<\/strong>. To begin with, when the mechanism starts to fail, it is a good moment to renew it, before it can generate an unpleasant situation. <\/p>\n\n<p>Also, keep in mind that this is the most important security mechanism in most homes, so it is recommended to take this step <strong>whenever there is a change of residence or a loss of keys<\/strong>, especially when there is a possibility of identifying the address associated with them.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What do you need to change the lock of an armored door?<\/h2>\n\n<p>Probably, <strong>changing the lock of an armored door is one of the DIY tasks in which you will use less materials and tools<\/strong>. However, they are all essential and irreplaceable elements when carrying out this work, so take note: you will need the new cylinder &#8211; making sure that it matches in size and shape with the previous one &#8211; with its set of keys and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.paratureforma.com\/herramientas-electricas\/taladro-gsb-18-2-li-plus\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">a screwdriver<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\t\t<div class=\"ic_cta_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"ic_cta_banner\">\n\t\t    <a \n\t\t\t\t\thref=\"https:\/\/www.paratureforma.com\/blog\/20errores-evitar-reforma-vivienda\/\" \n\t\t\t\t\tonclick=\"ic_cta_track_click_4840()\" \n\t\t\t\t\tclass=\"ic-cta ic-cta-generic\" \n\t\t\t\t\ttitle=\"CTA 3 - Consejos y errores comunes\" \n\t\t\t\t\t1\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t      <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.paratureforma.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/CTA3-Post-ebook-20errores-reforma.png\" alt=\"CTA 3 - Consejos y errores comunes\" title=\"\">\n\t\t    <\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<script>\n\t\t\t\t\twindow.onload = function(e) {\n\t\t\t\t\t\tga('send', 'event', {\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\teventCategory: 'CTA 3 - Consejos y errores comunes',\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\teventAction: 'view',\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\teventLabel: 'https:\/\/www.paratureforma.com\/blog\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/20029',\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tnonInteraction: true\n\t\t\t\t\t\t});\n\t\t\t\t\t}\n\n\t\t\t\t\tfunction ic_cta_track_click_4840() {\n\t\t\t\t\t\tga('send', 'event', {\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\teventCategory: 'CTA 3 - Consejos y errores comunes',\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\teventAction: 'click',\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\teventLabel: 'https:\/\/www.paratureforma.com\/blog\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/20029'\n\t\t\t\t\t\t});\n\t\t\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t\t<\/script>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n  \n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to change the lock of your armored door step-by-step<\/h2>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"724\" height=\"482\" src=\"https:\/\/www.paratureforma.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/mejor-precio-cambiar-cerradura-puerta-blindada-que-cerrojo.jpg\" alt=\"It is better to change the lock on an armored door than to add a deadbolt.\" class=\"wp-image-4307\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.paratureforma.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/mejor-precio-cambiar-cerradura-puerta-blindada-que-cerrojo.jpg 724w, https:\/\/www.paratureforma.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/mejor-precio-cambiar-cerradura-puerta-blindada-que-cerrojo-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 724px) 100vw, 724px\" \/><\/figure>\n<p><strong>The steps you must follow to change the lock of your armored door are very simple<\/strong>. Prepare the materials and tools mentioned above and follow each of the following steps in the order we indicate, to first remove the old cylinder and then install the new one properly: <\/p>\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Remove all the screws<\/strong> surrounding the lock, both the ones on the edge and the ones holding the handle.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Extract the entire mechanism<\/strong> by inserting the key in the cylinder and making the closing gesture to extract it.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Note the position in which the cylinder was installed and <strong>insert the new one<\/strong>, making it coincide with the hole in the lock.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Re-tighten<\/strong> each of the screws that were removed in the first step of the process.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Check that the new lock on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.paratureforma.com\/puertas-acorazadas-grado-4-de-100cm-omega-cearco\/puerta-acorazada-100-cm-grado-4-lisa-omega#\/37-apertura_de_puerta-derecha\/1069-color_exterior_puerta-blanco\/1076-color_interior_puerta-mismo_que_exterior\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">your armored door<\/a> <strong>works properly by<\/strong> opening and closing it a couple of times.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Recommendations for changing the lock on an armored door<\/h3>\n\n<p>Although we have mentioned this before, it is worth emphasising the importance of <strong>choosing a lock cylinder that is the same size and shape as the one you are removing<\/strong>. This is something you should bear in mind even if you decide to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.paratureforma.com\/blog\/en\/common-elements\/how-to-install-doors-in-7-steps\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">change the door fittings as well<\/a>, as it must fit the internal mechanism. On the other hand, although it is not necessary, it is sometimes more convenient to dismantle it for work, so you may wish to consider this option.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How much does it cost to change the lock on an armored door?<\/h2>\n\n<p><strong>The work of changing the lock of an armored door varies in price depending on several factors<\/strong>. On the one hand, it will depend on whether you want to change only the cylinder or the entire mechanism, while, on the other hand, the complexity of the elements can also make the labor more or less expensive. <\/p>\n\n<p>In addition, other factors such as the time of the service or the area in which it is requested also play a role. In general, it can range from 50 to 250 euros, taking into account all of the above. <\/p>\n\n\t\t<div class=\"ic_cta_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"ic_cta_banner\">\n\t\t    <a \n\t\t\t\t\thref=\"https:\/\/www.paratureforma.com\/blog\/aprovechamiento-de-espacios\/\" \n\t\t\t\t\tonclick=\"ic_cta_track_click_4854()\" \n\t\t\t\t\tclass=\"ic-cta ic-cta-generic\" \n\t\t\t\t\ttitle=\"CTA 1 - Espacios peque\u00f1os\" \n\t\t\t\t\t1\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t      <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.paratureforma.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/594600e1-a805-42e7-bc19-18e636810851.png\" alt=\"CTA 1 - Espacios peque\u00f1os\" title=\"\">\n\t\t    <\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<script>\n\t\t\t\t\twindow.onload = function(e) {\n\t\t\t\t\t\tga('send', 'event', {\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\teventCategory: 'CTA 1 - Espacios peque\u00f1os',\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\teventAction: 'view',\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\teventLabel: 'https:\/\/www.paratureforma.com\/blog\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/20029',\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tnonInteraction: true\n\t\t\t\t\t\t});\n\t\t\t\t\t}\n\n\t\t\t\t\tfunction ic_cta_track_click_4854() {\n\t\t\t\t\t\tga('send', 'event', {\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\teventCategory: 'CTA 1 - Espacios peque\u00f1os',\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\teventAction: 'click',\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\teventLabel: 'https:\/\/www.paratureforma.com\/blog\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/20029'\n\t\t\t\t\t\t});\n\t\t\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t\t<\/script>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n  \n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Change the lock on an armored door or install a deadbolt?<\/h2>\n\n<p>One of the most frequently asked questions is <strong>whether it is better to change the lock of your armored door or to add a deadbolt<\/strong>. To answer this question, it is best to analyze each of these mechanisms, their security and the possibilities they offer. <\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Armored door with lock<\/h3>\n\n<p><strong>The differential factor in the lock of an armored door is that its mechanism is internal<\/strong>, which means that its manipulation without a key is much more complex. On the other hand, this element can offer a longer locking travel -although this is not always the case-, which significantly increases security. <\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Armored door with lock<\/h3>\n\n<p>In the case of the deadbolt, we are faced with a mechanism that is easier to manipulate with some techniques, such as <em>bumping<\/em>. However, <strong>there are alternatives on the market <\/strong><strong><em>anti-bumping<\/em><\/strong><strong> and double deadbolt options<\/strong> that, despite not reaching the level of the lock, are positioned as a security mechanism. <\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is the best option for an armored door?<\/h3>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"724\" height=\"483\" src=\"https:\/\/www.paratureforma.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/precio-cambiar-cerradura-puerta-blindada.jpg\" alt=\"How much it costs to change the lock on an armored door\" class=\"wp-image-4309\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.paratureforma.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/precio-cambiar-cerradura-puerta-blindada.jpg 724w, https:\/\/www.paratureforma.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/precio-cambiar-cerradura-puerta-blindada-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 724px) 100vw, 724px\" \/><\/figure>\n<p>In any of the cases in which we have recommended to carry out this work, <strong>the most advisable thing is to change the lock of an armored door<\/strong>. And it is that, as much by breakdown as by security, it is the most practical option. Mainly, because the lock is more secure than the bolt, so the latter can be an extra, but never the main security mechanism.  <\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why it is important to change the lock on an armored door<\/h2>\n\n<p><strong>There are several reasons to change the lock of an armored door<\/strong>, but they all revolve around the security of the house. You may have lost the keys, you may have left them inside the house &#8211; with the consequent need to damage the cylinder &#8211; or simply to ensure that no one can enter. This also happens when we move house or do not want someone with the old keys to gain access.  <\/p>\n\n<p>In any of these cases, as we say, we are talking about an increase in security. For this reason, <strong>there are experts who recommend changing the lock of an armored door from time to time<\/strong>. Keep in mind that it is <a href=\"https:\/\/www.paratureforma.com\/blog\/en\/hall-en\/step-by-step-to-install-doors-in-block-with-your-own-hands\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">an element<\/a> designed specifically for the protection of your home, so it never hurts to improve it through a gesture as simple as this.  <\/p>\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1738604797440\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">When should I change the lock on my armored door?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>You should change it if you have <strong>lost your keys<\/strong>, have moved to a new home, notice <strong>faults in the mechanism<\/strong> or want to improve the security of your home with a more advanced cylinder.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1738604808430\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">Can I change the lock of an armored door without professional help?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Yes, if you have <strong>basic tools and follow the proper steps<\/strong>, you can do it on your own. However, if the lock is high security or has a complex system, it is advisable to call a locksmith. <\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1738604818101\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">What tools do I need to change the lock?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Basic tools include <strong>screwdriver, Allen wrench, pliers and a new cylinder<\/strong> compatible with your existing lock.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1738604827103\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">How much does it cost to change the lock of an armored door?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>The price varies between <strong>50 and 250 euros<\/strong>, depending on whether you change only the cylinder or the whole mechanism. If you hire a professional, the cost of installation may also have an influence. <\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1738604839583\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">What type of lock is the most secure for an armored door?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>The most secure locks are <strong>anti-bumping, anti-impression and pick-protection<\/strong> locks. You can also opt for <strong>electronic or multi-point security locks<\/strong> for added protection. <\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Have you lost your house keys and are worried that someone might gain access to your home? The simplest solution to maintain peace of mind in this regard is to change the lock on your armored door, thus ensuring that only those who have the corresponding key will be able to enter. Otherwise, what would &#8230; <a title=\"How to change the lock of your armored door easily\" class=\"read-more\" href=\"https:\/\/www.paratureforma.com\/blog\/en\/common-elements\/how-to-change-the-lock-of-your-armored-door-easily\/\" aria-label=\"More on How to change the lock of your armored door easily\">Read more<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":6,"featured_media":13934,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[228],"tags":[250],"class_list":["post-20029","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-common-elements","tag-common-elements"],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/www.paratureforma.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/importancia-cambiar-cerradura-puerta-blindada-1.jpg","jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.paratureforma.com\/blog\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/20029","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.paratureforma.com\/blog\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.paratureforma.com\/blog\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.paratureforma.com\/blog\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/6"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.paratureforma.com\/blog\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=20029"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/www.paratureforma.com\/blog\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/20029\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":25872,"href":"https:\/\/www.paratureforma.com\/blog\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/20029\/revisions\/25872"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.paratureforma.com\/blog\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/13934"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.paratureforma.com\/blog\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=20029"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.paratureforma.com\/blog\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=20029"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.paratureforma.com\/blog\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=20029"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}