Frequently Asked Questions

It's a bar that fits over both handles of a pair of French or patio double doors and locks them together, so the doors can't be opened even if the central mechanism is compromised. Slide the black switch to open it, place it over the two handles and click it into place.

It's an extra lock on top of your doors' own locks, and it's a clear deterrent from outside.

It fits double doors with two straight lever handles side by side, between 6cm and 18cm apart (most are about 9cm). It won't fit lever-on-rose handles, cranked handles or door knobs, and it isn't designed for single doors. The handle distance diagram in the images shows how to check.

No. There's no drilling and no screws: slide the switch to open it, place it over the handles and click it into place.

It needs no drilling or screws, so nothing is fixed to your doors. It sits over the handles and comes off when you open it.

It adds a second, visible lock that holds both handles together. For more ways to secure French doors, read our guide to patio door security locks.

Home Secure patio door lock fitted over the handles of a pair of white French doors. Extra security lock designed to deter intruders and protect your home. Visible intruder deterrent, no-drill installation, for patio and French doors.Home Secure patio door lock fitted over the handles of a pair of white French doors. Extra security lock designed to deter intruders and protect your home. Visible intruder deterrent, no-drill installation, for patio and French doors.
Four features of the patio door lock: strong construction, locks the handles together, no drilling required, fits patio and French doors.Four features of the patio door lock: strong construction, locks the handles together, no drilling required, fits patio and French doors.
Hand fitting the Home Secure patio door lock over two door handles. Quick and easy installation, visible deterrent, high quality construction.Hand fitting the Home Secure patio door lock over two door handles. Quick and easy installation, visible deterrent, high quality construction.
Simple design, serious security: the patio door lock clipped over double door handles.Simple design, serious security: the patio door lock clipped over double door handles.
How to fit the patio door lock: slide to open or close, place over the door handles and click into place, handles secured in place.How to fit the patio door lock: slide to open or close, place over the door handles and click into place, handles secured in place.
Will fit the majority of straight double door patio handles. Close-up of the Home Secure patio lock body and hinge.Will fit the majority of straight double door patio handles. Close-up of the Home Secure patio lock body and hinge.
Home Secure, The Security Specialists. Trusted by thousands of UK customers for practical, dependable security solutions designed for everyday use.Home Secure, The Security Specialists. Trusted by thousands of UK customers for practical, dependable security solutions designed for everyday use.
Product overview

The Home Secure™ Patio Door Lock is a security lock for French and patio double doors. It locks both door handles together, so the doors can't be opened even if the central mechanism is compromised, and it's a visible deterrent too. It fits the majority of straight double door handles, with no drilling.

Key features

  • Locks both handles together: a visible deterrent that stops the doors being opened, even if the central mechanism is compromised.
  • For French and patio double doors: designed to fit most uPVC and composite double doors with straight lever handles, on conservatories, garden rooms and rear entrances.
  • Strong construction: aluminium metal alloy and ABS plastic, with a hard-wearing coated finish.
  • Easy to fit, easy to use: no drilling or professional installation. Slide the switch to open, place the lock over the handles and click it into place.
  • Quick release: locks firmly when in use and releases quickly from inside your home.

Will it fit my doors?

It fits the majority of straight double door patio handles. Check the handle distance diagram in the images above before you order. It isn't designed for single doors.

Ideal for

  • French doors and double patio doors
  • Conservatories, garden rooms and rear entrances
  • Renters needing non-permanent security
  • Anyone wanting simple, visible patio door security

For more ways to secure French doors, read our guide to patio door security locks. For inward-opening doors, sash jammers add another layer.

Delivery & Returns

How much is delivery?

UK Mainland Delivery is £2.99 on all items no matter how many you order!

Northern Ireland, Scottish Highlands, Channel Islands £6.00.

We do not offer International Delivery (Ireland, France, Spain etc).

When will my order be dispatched?

Orders before 2pm (Monday to Friday) are usually dispatched same day but may take up to 24 hours.

When will I receive my item?

We ship on 2 working day courier. Fully Tracked. Tracking will be emailed on dispatch.

Special order items such as keyed alike locks will take longer to dispatch. Please refer to product description for lead times.

I haven't received my item?

Please email us your name, order number and date of purchase.

We prefer email as it allows us time to research and respond.

Returns Information

We operate a 30 day refunds and return policy.

If you change your mind you must return the product back to us within 30 days of delivery

Please include a copy of your invoice and a note stating reason for return.

Additional keys, locks keyed alike or built to code are non refundable as they are personalised made to order goods.

Any refund, which is due to a fault or other defect, will include a refund of the applicable delivery charges otherwise not.

It is the buyers responsibility to arrange the return of goods to us. We do not offer a collection service for returning items.

Items must be returned including original product packaging and accessories.

We reserve the right to refuse any returns that do not comply with this policy.

Please post returns to the following address:

Home Secure (Online)

Unit 5, Brookfield Drive

Liverpool, L9 7AJ

United Kingdom