Different Types of Patio Doors and Locks, How do They Work?
As we head into spring, patio doors are used more often because people start to enjoy the warmer weather and their gardens. A patio door leads you onto the…
History of locksmithing
The history of locksmithing dates back to the Ancient Egyptians and Greeks who used simple locks and keys to protect their possessions from intruders. Over the…
7 Top tips on how to secure your home over the holidays
Christmas is a time of joy and celebration, but it can also be a time of heightened security risks. With increased foot traffic, additional visitors, and the…
Deadlocks explained by a professional locksmith
Jeremiah and Charles Chubb first invented the deadlock as we know it today during the early 19 century. Previously the brother’s main work was ship fitting,…
The ultimate guide to locks
Padlocks are portable locks with a shackle that can be passed through an opening to prevent use. They are one of the most common locks that use a cylinder and…
Yale: History of the famous locksmith
The name Yale is as synonymous with locks as Hoover is with vacuum…
What to do when locked out
Arriving home or to the office to find your locked out can be distressing, especially when you don’t know where you left the keys. Did I leave them at home?…
Should I change my locks? Cheap vs expensive locks
The answer to this question is the same as a low-cost new car compared to a higher cost car. They will both take you from A to B as they should, but one will…
Accepting Bitcoin as a small business
As self-confessed Bitcoin enthusiasts here at Seymour Locksmiths we value the importance of decentralised ledger technologies. They have the power to change a…
Multipoint locks / Nightlatch mode
As a qualified locksmith, I’m often called out to residents who have locked themselves out. However, I’m seeing more and more residents actually not locking…