Every home is as unique as the family that lives in it. That’s why Schlage continues to offer a variety of ways to protect and allow access to your house. With smart locks that work with different types of technology and plenty of options for remote access, our goal of creating innovative security solutions just for you is now a reality

Thanks to smart locks, sharing access with unique user codes or virtual keys is much safer and more secure than hiding or copying keys. You may even save money – and time by never having to head to the hardware store to copy a key again. No more headaches trying to keep track of the keys you’ve handed out or worrying when one is lost or stolen, and no more keys weighing you down on your morning run. Adding an electronic lock to your home is definitely a lifestyle change – for the better.

Easy access for everyone

The Schlage Encode™ Smart WiFi Deadbolt and Schlage Sense™ Smart Deadbolt hold multiple unique access codes that are entered on the lock’s touchscreen. This lets you create a personalized code for each trusted individual – friends, family or service providers – you’d like to allow into your home, even if they don’t have a smartphone. That means Mom, Dad and the babysitter can all have their own codes.

The Schlage^® Home app makes it easy for you to add codes for your Schlage Encode and Schlage Sense deadbolts in just a few taps. Keeping track of codes is simple because you can name each one according to who it was shared with. (Please note that the Schlage Home app is not compatible with the Schlage Connect™ Smart Deadbolt.)

Tap the “Users” icon in the bottom right of the screen.

Under the “Access Codes” tab, tap the “+” in the upper right of the screen.

Enter a name and digits for the access code. Choose between granting “Always” or schedule the code for a specific time period. Keep reading for more tips on scheduling codes.

Custom schedules

The Schlage Home app gives you even more control over access sharing by allowing you to set schedules so each code will only work when you want it to. For example, if you want the babysitter to be able to use her code to enter your home only on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons, you can do that. The rest of the week, the code won’t work.

It’s also easy to delete codes with the app when you no longer need them – much easier than tracking down a spare key or re-keying your lock because a spare has been lost or stolen.

Here's how to schedule access codes for your Schlage Encode or Schlage Sense locks:

Tap the “Users” icon in the bottom right of the screen. Select an access code to manage or create a new one by tapping the “+” in the upper right of the screen.

To change the access schedule, tap “Schedule.”

Choose between “Always,” “Recurring” or “Temporary.”*

* Note that if you have a Schlage Sense lock, you cannot set a "Temporary" schedule. This feature is only available with the Schlage Encode lock.

If you need that same code to also be active during a different time on another day – say, Wednesdays from 12 to 2 p.m. as well as Saturday through Monday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. – tap “Add another schedule” and repeat the steps directly above.

Temporary access codes (available only with the Schlage Encode lock) can be scheduled for a range of days, like for a week beginning Dec. 2, or for a specific timeframe on a single day, such as from 2 to 5 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 5.

Once finished, tap the “<” on the top left of the screen, then “Save” on the top right.

Virtual keys

If your guest has a smartphone, you can send them a virtual key through the cloud from wherever you are – even if you don’t have the lock set up for remote access Virtual keys are like electronic credentials. Your guest will receive a secure link that expires within 24 hours and leads them to the Schlage Home app where their virtual key is accepted. When they arrive at the door with their Bluetooth®-enabled smartphone, the lock will recognize their secure credentials and allow access. Thanks to the Bluetooth connection between the lock and their phone, they’ll be able to unlock the door right then and there using the Schlage Home app.

*It's important to note that virtual keys will not work with Schlage Sense locks set up using the Apple HomeKit™ option. If you'd like to take advantage of virtual keys, you will need to reset your lock to factory settings and re-pair it using the Schlage system setup. See our FAQs for Schlage Sense for more information.

Here's how to send virtual keys:
 

Open the app and select which lock you would like to send the invite for. Tap the “Users” icon on the bottom right of the screen.

Tap “Virtual Keys.” on the bottom right of the screen. You will then be able to edit existing virtual keys or add a new virtual key by tapping the “+” in the top right of the screen.

Enter name of invited user and indicate whether you’d like to provide Admin access or Guest access (recommended).

You will then be prompted to select a method, such as email or text, to send the invite. The invitation will be available for 24 hours before it expires. When the user is near the lock with Bluetooth turned on, they will be able to use the Schlage Home app on their smartphone to lock or unlock the deadbolt.

The great thing about each of these features is that they aren’t just convenient. They also offer you peace of mind when it comes to protecting your home, your possessions and, most importantly, your family.

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So , your old door knob broke. Or maybe you finally noticed you’ve got bright brass hardware on your doors and satin nickel everywhere else in the house. Perhaps your front door isn’t doing anything for your curb appeal. The point is, you’ve decided to update your door hardware, you’re in the store aisle and … whoa! There are a lot of choices.
 

You may be surprised to learn there are actually a lot of different types of door knobs and levers designed for different types of doors in the home. There’s hardware for closet and hall doors that don’t need to lock, locking hardware for bedrooms and bathrooms, non-turning pulls for doors that don’t latch, keyed entry and deadbolts for exterior doors – and that’s just to name a few. So how do you know where to start?
 

Don’t worry. Schlage is here to decode your door hardware needs. Let’s start with some basic questions and drill down from there.

1. How many bore holes are in my door?

We refer to the round holes where the door lock is installed as “bore holes” (brush up on your door hardware terminology here.) Most doors have one, two or three bore hole.

If the door has no bore holes, you can simply install a non-turning or “dummy” knob or lever that serves as a decorative door pull.

2. Do I want a mechanical, electronic or smart lock?

Schlage locks, whether mechanical, electronic or smart, offer superior security and style. For our purposes here, you’ll probably want to focus on how important keyless convenience and remote access are to you as the deciding factor.

3. Would I prefer a door knob or a lever?

This is mainly a matter of aesthetic preference. With Schlage’s variety of styles and finishes, you’re sure to find a look that suits your unique taste. Do consider ease of use, too. Knobs can be difficult for children and pets to operate – sometimes a good thing if you have an escape artist – while levers can be easier for those with arthritis or when your hands are full.

4. What functionality should my mechanical lock have – keyed entry, Hall & closet or Bed & bath?

Is it an exterior door where you want extra security? If so, choose a keyed lock or deadbolt. Otherwise you’ll need either a Bed & bath lock with push-button locking or a Hall & closet knob or lever that simply turns to let you in and out.

We’ve put together a few handy decision trees to guide you through choosing the right door hardware the first time. And here’s a bonus hint for you. The function colors in the decision trees correspond to the function color on our packaging in the aisle, so you can match them up to easily find what you need.

Let’s get started with our first question: How many bore holes are in your door?

Single bore hole

A door with a single bore door is typically an interior door, although not always. Either way, you’ll need to decide whether you want a mechanical or electronic lock.

For interior doors, a mechanical lock is usually sufficient. Most people who want a locking interior door are looking for privacy more than security. When this is the case, choose a Bed & bath knob or lever. If locking is not a concern, like with kitchen pantries or laundry rooms, choose a Hall & closet knob or lever. If you can’t decide or you want to prepare for the future, consider Schlage Custom™ Combined Interior Door Hardware. This allows you to switch between locking and non-locking functionality, so when the extra bedroom becomes a nursery, you can switch from locking to non-locking without replacing the whole lock.

• Explore Schlage interior door knobs
  
• Explore Schlage interior levers

For a door – interior or exterior – where you want greater control over access, choose a mechanical keyed entry lock or an electronic lock. These are perfect for wine cellars, home offices and the door leading in from your garage. If you don’t want to carry a physical key to get to your Chardonnay, go with the electronic option. In addition to security, they provide keyless convenience. Just set an access code that you can easily change or delete if needed.

If you choose electronics, you’ll have to decide whether you want a backup key. The Schlage Touch™ Keyless Touchscreen Lever has no cylinder and, therefore, no key. If you prefer the option of a backup key, we recommend a Schlage^® keypad lever.

Double bore hole

If your door has two or three bore holes, it’s almost certainly an exterior door. In this case, you’ll likely appreciate an even greater level of security and additional convenience features.

Simply put, the top hole in a double bore hole door is for your deadbolt and the bottom is for your knob or lever. This is where smart locks come into play. When it comes to choosing your deadbolt, you’ll need to decide between mechanical, electronic or smart. Our recommendation is a smart or electronic deadbolt with a non-locking knob or lever beneath.

The same considerations for an interior electronic lock apply on exterior doors. With the Schlage Touch™ Keyless Touchscreen Deadbolt and Schlage^® keypad deadbolt, you get keyless convenience and Schlage’s reputation for security and durability. Then simply choose the knob or lever that matches your style for the bottom bore hole.

If you choose a smart lock – the Schlage Encode™ Smart WiFi Deadbolt, Schlage Sense™ Smart Deadbolt or Schlage Connect™ Smart Deadbolt – know that you’ll also be able to control your lock remotely from anywhere using compatible smartphone apps, find peace of mind when you can monitor the status of your lock from your phone and enjoy additional everyday convenience by pairing your lock with other smart home technology. Learn more about Schlage smart locks below or try our Get Help Deciding Tool to determine which is the best fit for your home and lifestyle.

Should you choose to go entirely mechanical on your exterior door, look for a lock with the deadbolt function. Your knob or lever can then be either locking or non-locking. Look to buy these as a set so that they are keyed the same, or if you purchase them separately, consider having a locksmith rekey them so that you aren’t carrying around multiple keys for the same door.

Triple bore hole

What if you have a triple bore hole door? That means you need a deadbolt for the top hole and a front entry handle for the two holes below it.

Like the other door setups, your deadbolt can be mechanical, electronic or smart. All the same benefits as above apply. The main difference with a triple bore hole door is your handleset options. Choose from our series of decorative handleset grips in a variety of finishes to pair with your deadbolt.

Schlage offers a variety of handlesets. One option is a 3/4 trim, where a single unit of hardware includes both the deadbolt portion and the handleset grip. There is also a two-piece trim, which, as the name implies, is two separate components – one being the deadbolt and the other being the grip – but sold together. Both the 3/4 and two-piece trims fit on standard triple bore hole doors.

We hope this guide helps you navigate the wide world of door hardware. Have more questions? Reach out to us on Facebook or Twitter, or check out our FAQs.

When not even the nobles had knobs

Schlage door knobs, levers and deadbolts today are all about superior style, security and innovation. But the earliest door hardware certainly wouldn’t be described as stylish, secure or innovative today. Dating back to ancient Egyptians about 5,000 years ago, people used animal hides and other textiles to serve as doors. Knobs obviously weren’t required in those instances, and it takes a surprisingly long time before they do become commonplace in homes. In the Middle Ages, families lived in one big room, making doors, and privacy, virtually nonexistent. To secure buildings and belongings, beams barricaded external wooden doors.

In the late 1500s and beyond, we start seeing individual rooms, but only in palaces and the most stately homes. For example, when Louis XIV reigned France and built the Palace of Versailles, highly decorative and delicate door knobs were created both for the king and his courtiers. The purpose was more about displaying and opulence than achieving security, however.

As individual rooms became common in more modest homes, a seemingly unusual trend began to develop – doors had locks but no handles. For people who could afford it, it was a metal lock and key somewhat similar to today. The poor, however, used a latch-string, a strap of leather threaded through a small hole in the door that could be used to lift and lower a wooden bar.

Advancement through American innovation

Door knobs and other door hardware finally became increasingly prevalent after the American Revolution when the United States began producing its own finished goods rather than importing many of those items from England. As American manufacturing developed and the Industrial Revolution picked up steam, so did homegrown innovation. (It didn’t hurt that doors became thicker to accommodate latches. Early Colonial homes typically had doors a mere 1/4 inch thick.) From 1830 to 1873, more than 100 U.S. patents were granted for door knobs.

The earliest door knobs were made from a variety of materials and not all of them functioned with just a simple turn. From the start, pressed- and cut-glass door knobs were popular. China or ceramic knobs were mainly imported from France and England until the first U.S. patent was granted for making door knobs out of potter’s clay, and cast-metal knobs were introduced around 1846.

Wooden knobs were common but were phased out as composite metal knobs were introduced. The main body of these new metal door knobs was made out of iron or steel and covered entirely or in part with a veneer of bronze or brass.

Finally, decorative door hardware, including knobs, emerged after the Centennial Exposition of 1876 during the Victorian era. This was a time when ornate architecture was seeing a revival and so hardware was relied on for its functionality as well as its decorative potential.

Speaking of functionality, the door knob has come a long way. As you can see in The Story Behind Von Duprin, a brand of Allegion, which is the parent company of Schlage, some early knobs were so complex that users required special training to know how to operate them. It’s clearly a far cry from some of today’s smart locks that need only a simple “Alexa, unlock the door” voice command, and evidence of how far we’ve come in making buildings and people safer through innovation.

Updated style and security rooted in tradition

Thankfully we have never reverted to the difficult-to-use hardware of the Iroquois Theatre, and innovation continues to be one of Schlage’s hallmarks. Our founder, Walter Schlage, patented a door lock that turned lights on and off in 1909. Since 1920, Schlage has been a major player in manufacturing quality door knobs and locks, continuously advancing door security.

Schlage door locks are manufactured in zinc, stainless steel and brass, and are available in a variety of styles and finishes, many of which are reminiscent of some of those earliest efforts. You can see where the Schlage® Siena door knob has its roots in the first cast-metal knobs, particularly when it’s in an Aged Bronze finish. And the decadence of Victorian and Art Deco architecture not only continues to live strong in older homes but is enjoying a recent resurgence among renovations as well. The popularity of glass door knobs like Schlage® Alexandria and Hobson are shining examples of updated classics for today’s homeowners.

Continuing a long history of door security, Schlage offers the best in quality materials and workmanship as well as styles to fit every décor from nearly any era (sorry, no animal hides, though). What will we come up with next? Only the future will tell.

View the glass Schlage Alexandria and Hobson knobs, as well as our other styles, at Schlage.com.

Be confident

You might be asking why you need a lifetime guarantee. It’s not as if most of us stay in one home for our entire lives or keep the same style of hardware generation after generation. Even so, Schlage understands that the security of your home and everyone in it is your top priority. And that makes it our priority, too.

A Schlage warranty is our promise to support you during the lifetime of your lock. Because we’re in it for the long haul, you can have confidence in the quality and craftsmanship of every Schlage product, whether it’s a mechanical door knob for your home office or a smart deadbolt for your front door. Our warranties are a commitment to earning your trust.

Get the details

Whether you bought your Schlage lock last week or 10 years ago, we will continue to honor our warranties. Our legal team wanted us to share the finer details of the warranties with you here:

• Schlage residential and electronics product warranties
• Schlage Essentials product warranty
• Dexter by Schlage product warranty

Make a warranty claim

There are some actions that can void a warranty. These include applying harsh chemicals, paint and paint thinners, and solvents that can damage the finish. Using scrapers, squeegees or razors on your door hardware should also be avoided. For the warranty to remain valid, the door hardware or lock should also only be used for its intended residential purpose and should be properly stored, installed, maintained and operated.

If none of these situations or others outlined in the warranty applies to your lock and you would like to submit a warranty claim, please send the information listed below to consumerschlage@allegion.com:

1. Pictures of the front and back of defective lock. If it is an electronic or smart lock, please also include the programming sticker with the six-digit programming code. You can find the sticker on the backplate of the exterior side of the lock.
2. Your mailing address. This must be a physical address and not a P.O. box.
3. Your telephone number.
4. A brief description of the issue, including the approximate age of the lock.

Learn more

Part of keeping your locks and door hardware looking and working like new is proper maintenance. Don’t forget these tips for cleaning and caring for your electronic touchscreen deadbolt.

If you have other questions, contact our Customer Care team online or call 888-805-9837. Be sure to have the following information ready to verify your warranty: proof of purchase, estimated installation date and model number.

We’re glad you chose to be on of the more than 40 million homes that trust their security to Schlage.

What happens when you want to get a smart lock?

Some smart locks only support one smartphone platform, so how do you choose? Does only half of the family get to have smartphone access? Who decides which family members get to use their phone and who can only use access codes?

With Schlage, you don’t have to choose. All of our smart locks, including the Schlage Sense™ Smart Deadbolt, is compatible with both iOS and Android smartphones so everyone receives full access. The Schlage^® Home app, which works with the Schlage Sense lock as well as the Schlage Encode™ Smart WiFi Deadbolt, is now available on the Apple App Store and the Google Play Store. That means your entire family can lock and unlock the door from their phones, no matter its platform.   

WiFi Adapter

The Schlage Sense Smart Deadbolt provides multiple ways to access your home. It comes with a physical key, stores up to 30 access codes and uses Bluetooth to communicate with your smartphone when you’re within 40 feet of the lock. But what if you’re away from home? With the Schlage Sense™ WiFi Adapter*, Android and iOS smartphones can control the smart lock and receive notifications of all smart lock activity. No matter where you are, you can be notified when anyone, from your children to the dog walker, accesses your home.

To start, you’ll need the Schlage Home app to install the Schlage Sense Smart Deadbolt. Then simply plug the Schlage Sense WiFi Adapter into an outlet and use the app to pair the adapter to your smart lock and connect to your WiFi network.

Along with receiving notifications, the adapter allows you to lock and unlock your Schlage Sense Smart Deadbolt from anywhere. You can check to see if you remembered to lock your door or let someone in without having to send them an access code regardless of whether you’re at home, in the office across town or hundreds of miles away on the beach.

Discover all the features available with the free Schlage Home app by downloading it now from the App Store or Google Play Store. To learn more about the Schlage Sense Smart Deadbolt, or to make sure it’s the right Schlage smart lock for, try our Get Help Deciding Tool.

*The WiFi Adapter is not compatible with Apple HomeKit™.

You’ve just bought a new lock and for some reason it’s not fitting on your door and locking like it should. One possible reason for this is that your door isn’t properly aligned. Poor alignment can occur because your house has settled or shifted over time, the door frame is old or warped, or the door is sagging on its hinges.

Luckily, fixing the alignment of your door doesn’t have to be a chore. Use this checklist and our suggestions to get your new lock and door working in perfect harmony.

Identify door alignment issues

Q1: Does your door easily lock during certain times of the year but not others?

If your door locks easily during some seasons but not others, this may be a sign that changes in temperature or moisture are causing your door to warp, even just temporarily. We recommend waiting until it is not fitting properly and making adjustments at that time.

Q2: Is your weather stripping causing your door to fit too snugly in its frame?

Weather stripping is great for minimizing drafts and noise. Just make sure that it is not so thick that it obstructs the bolt or prohibits it from entering the door frame’s bolt pocket. If weather stripping is the culprit behind your lock struggles, try changing to a thinner weather strip or adjusting the strikes.

When you adjust the strikes - the metal plates that surround the bolt or latch pocket in the door frame – it is important to first determine where the bolt is catching. Slowly lock and unlock the deadbolt several times. The deadbolt is probably hitting or rubbing on just one or two sides of the bolt strike. You will want to know where those points of interference are. This Old House has a great tip: Put some chalk – lipstick also works – on the bolt before locking and unlocking it. You’ll then be able to see a chalk smear on the strike where it rubbed.

At that point, you’ll know where to remove obstructing material in the bolt hole using a chisel. You can also use these steps from Family Handyman to learn how to raise or lower the strike plates if your alignment is off by a larger margin.

Q3: Do you have to push, pull or lift your door to lock it?

This can be caused by different things, and so there are a few possible corrections you can make. First, check to see if moving the bolt strike helps. If your knob or lever also locks, it may help to move the latch strike as well. For example, if you have to lift your door to lock it, that could be a sign that your bolt or latch is hitting the bottom of the strike rather than extending fully into it. Use the steps above to adjust the strike.

Trouble locking your door can also occur when worn or loose hinges cause your door to sag. Here are two options to correct this problem. You can replace the hinges so that they fit more securely on the door frame. Or you can add shims under the hinges.

Q4: Is the bolt pocket 1” deep?

If the bolt pocket is not deep enough or placed correctly, the bolt cannot extend fully, keeping your door from locking properly. This can be corrected by enlarging the bolt pocket or changing the strike plate. To make the bolt pocket deeper, taller or wider, depending on where your bolt is dragging, use a chisel on the bolt hole until it is 1” deep and allows the bolt to fully extend without dragging.

If enlarging the bolt hole does not fix the problem, check the existing metal strike plate, which could be affecting the bolt pocket’s depth. Remove the strike plate from your door frame and use the deadbolt strike supplied with your Schlage lock instead. The supplied strike is the correct size and shape to allow the bolt to extend and retract as intended without dragging.

If you continue to experience minor rubbing of the bolt on the top or side of the strike plate, you will need an alternate strike and security plate with additional clearance. This replacement part is available by contacting Schlage customer support.

We're here to help

For more help checking your door alignment and prep, be sure to watch our step-by-step installation videos here. You can also find more tutorials and interactive instructions in our How-to-Center and FAQs.

Why would I have multiple smart locks?

Schlage smart locks are intelligent solutions for all types of entryways. If you already own one smart lock, you know about the keyless convenience and peace of mind it provides. But whether you’re looking to add more smart security or are just now considering taking the plunge into electronic locks, imagine the combination of possibilities.

• Multiple locks on the same home, like both the front and back doors, or the front door and garage entry
  
  
• Your parents’ house, perfect for when you’re caring for older family members aging in place
  
  
• A rental property, whether it’s nearby or in another state
  
  
• A private entrance for house-sharing guests at your own home

What can the Schlage Home app control?

The Schlage Home app works with the Schlage Encode™ Smart WiFi Deadbolt, Schlage Encode Plus™ Smart WiFi Deadbolt, Schlage Encode™ Smart WiFi Lever and the Schlage Sense™ Smart Deadbolt. You can use a single Schlage Home app to set up and control multiple locks, even in multiple locations.

How do I keep my smart locks organized?

Using the Schlage Home app, you assign a unique name to each lock during setup. For example, you might choose “Home Front Door,” or “Guest Entrance” if you have a dedicated entryway specifically for home-share guests. It might be “Mom’s Front Door” if you have access to your parents’ home or “Beach House” for your vacation rental.

Whatever names you choose, we recommend keeping them as easy-to-remember as possible, particularly if you’re managing multiple locks. You don’t want a confusing name to cause you to accidentally change a setting on the wrong deadbolt.

How do I create or change my smart locks’ names?

You will be asked to choose and enter the name of your lock during the deadbolt’s setup process with the Schlage Home app. To change it later, choose the lock you would like to update from your Schlage Home app’s main screen. Go to Settings, found by tapping the gear icon in the lower left corner. From the list, select Name, then type in the new identifying title for your deadbolt and select Done.

There’s so much more you can do with your Schlage Home app, regardless of whether you have one, two or even three locks. Lock or unlock your door from anywhere, create and manage multiple access codes, customize push notifications for when an access code is used or when a disturbance is detected at the door, and change auto-lock timing or other settings. All of this is done simply and conveniently from the palm of your hand.

How do I access my smart locks from anywhere?

Because the Schlage Encode lock features built-in WiFi, you can access your lock from anywhere using the Schlage Home app with no need to purchase an additional accessory.

In order to communicate with the Schlage Sense lock, you’ll need either the Schlage Sense WiFi Adapter or, for Apple HomeKit users, an Apple TV/iPad. Use these tips to choose the accessory that’s right for you and control your Schlage Sense deadbolt remotely and conveniently.

Learn more about the Schlage Home app or use our interactive tool to get help deciding which smart lock is right for you and all the homes where you want the safety, style and simplicity of Schlage.

Take your lock with you

Transferring your lock to your new home is easier than you think. When you disconnect your Schlage smart lock to move, don’t worry about losing your information. In nearly every case, as long as you do not manually complete a Factory Default Reset, your access codes, synced devices and other data will continue to be stored even after uninstalling your lock or removing the batteries. When you get to your new home, simply reinstall the lock, make sure your WiFi network or smart home system are up and working again, and you’re ready to go.

A special note for those using the Schlage Sense™ Smart Deadbolt with the Schlage Sense™ WiFi Adapter: Your devices will remain paired after your move. However, if your WiFi network information changes at the new house, you will need to complete the setup process with the adapter again. This is so that the adapter and lock can identify the new WiFi network name and Service Set Identifier (SSID) to continue providing you access from anywhere.

Leave your lock for the new owners

If you decide to leave the smart lock on the door for the new homeowners, you’ll want to complete a Factory Default Reset. This removes your manually programmed access codes and allows the new owner to create their own. It also resets the lock so that it’s no longer synced to other smart hubs or devices. Follow the links below to complete the Factory Default Reset on your lock:
 

• Schlage Encode™ Smart WiFi Deadbolt


• Schlage Connect™ Smart Deadbolt (Z-Wave Plus and Zigbee)


• Schlage Sense™ Smart Deadbolt


• Schlage Touch™ Keyless Touchscreen Deadbolt

Hopefully you still have the pre-programmed access codes and programming code that came with the lock. If so, provide those to the new owners as well. You can find these codes in the Quick Start Guide or on the inside of the back of the lock.

Like the Schlage Encode Smart WiFi Deadbolt, the Factory Default Reset of your Schlage Connect Smart Deadbolt with Z-Wave Plus technology can also be accomplished by holding the Enrollment button on the lock for seven seconds. The LED lights will indicate if the reset was successful. The new homeowners also won’t require the programming code to re-enroll the lock. They can use the Enrollment button or the Smart Start QR Code for enrollment.

Moving might feel overwhelming sometimes, but at Schlage, we try to make sure your home security isn’t part of that stress. Visit our Real Estate page for more tips and a helpful moving checklist.

Function

First things first, you need to determine the function of the door lock. In most cases for your bathroom, you want a privacy, or Bed & Bath, lock. “What does this mean?” you ask. A privacy lock lets you lock the door from one side using either a push-lock mechanism or a thumbturn.

While a privacy lock is appropriate for most bathrooms, you may find that, depending on your living situation (small children, individuals needing special care, etc.), you would prefer to have access to the bathroom at all times. When that’s the case, a passage, or Hall & closet, lock is the desired function. A passage lock allows you to latch the bathroom door knob or lever to latch the door, but it will not lock on either side.

Schlage Custom™ Door Hardware has Combined Interior functionality. That means that you get both passage and privacy functions in the same lock. Switching between the functions is easy and convenient. Simply insert and rotate the privacy pin to convert it from passage to privacy. With the versatility of Schlage Custom Combined Interior functionality, you never have to worry about miscounting how many of each kind of lock you need. And you never have to replace the entire lock if your needs change.

Quality

Just as with any purchase, you want to make sure you are purchasing your interior door hardware from a trusted lock company, like Schlage, that manufactures high-quality door locks. Look for companies that honor both a lifetime mechanical warranty and a lifetime finish warranty. Because let's face it – sometimes things happen and you want to ensure you're buying a quality door lock from a company that offers great service and will stand by its products and warranties.

Handing

In addition to deciding on the finish, you need to consider whether a door knob or lever would work best in your bathroom. What difference does it make? While door knobs and levers operate the same internally, they do provide a different look and style to the room. Additionally, levers are often ideal for young children or those with arthritis or need the extra leverage a lever provides to open the bathroom door. Levers are also different than door knobs in that they are ADA compliant.

If you choose a lever, you might need to pay attention to the handing. This impacts the way the lever is installed, specifically which way the lever points when it is affixed to the door. When you purchase a Schlage interior lever, your hardware comes with a pin tool that allows you to switch the levers if necessary. Watch this video to help you adjust the levers to the appropriate handing during installation.

Finish

When it comes to selecting interior door hardware for your bathroom, or any room, you want to look at the finish. These finishes can range from historically popular finishes like Bright Brass and Satin Nickel to more modern finishes like Satin Brass and Matte Black. A good rule of thumb is to complement your interior door hardware with your current bathroom fixtures. For example, if your faucets and lighting are a timeless satin nickel, you might not want to choose Bright Brass for your bathroom door lock. Selecting Satin Nickel will coordinate better and make your bathroom look that much more polished.

You can even create even more visual interest by mixing finishes. Just because you have appliances in one finish doesn’t mean everything has to have the same metallic look. Copper and nickel, satin brass and polished nickel, aged bronze and satin brass are all classic combinations that make a statement.

Style

Part of completing your perfect look is choosing the right style of door hardware. Schlage offers designs that range from traditional to modern and clean and minimalist to ornate and eclectic, so you can find the door knobs, levers and trim that are right for your home and your own unique sense of style. Use our Style Selector tool to find the designs and finishes right for your décor.

You might also choose to match door hardware in other parts of your home. Because Schlage offers locks in a variety of functions, you can easily create your ideal look no matter what door you’re updating, from the front door to back porch and everywhere in between.

If you find yourself in need of inspiration, check us out on Pinterest or Instagram. You can also discover which styles fit your home and personal taste at Schlage.com.

By choosing the right types of door knobs, you can capture a surprising amount of convenience and elegance for such a small detail. With this guide, not to mention its expansive collection of door hardware, Schlage makes it simple to bring security and style to your home.

Bed & Bath Privacy Door Knobs

Give yourself some extra privacy with a locking bed & bath door knob.
 

• Perfect for bedrooms, bathrooms, home offices and otehr interior rooms requiring basic security and privacy.
• Locks by pushing in or turning the privacy button, unlocks by turning the knob.
• Schlage bed & bath locks come with emergency pin key for easy unlocking.

Hall & Closet Passage Door Knobs

Install convenience with non-locking door knobs in passageways or on closets.
 

• Ideal for hallways, closets, kitchen pantries, laundry rooms and other spaces where locking is not necessary.
• Always unlocked for ease of entry.
• Can be paired with a smart lock or keyless deadbolt on exterior doors or with non-turning knob for the interiors of smaller closets.

Non-turning inactive Door Knobs

Find great style with non-turning door knobs on interior doors where only a door pull or decorative trim is needed.
 

• Also known as dummy or inactive door knob.
• Works best on small closets, interior French doors and in other entryways where neither locking nor latching is needed.
• Decorative door pull without a lock makes it easy to open the door just by pushing or pulling.

Keyed Entry Door Knobs

Increase your security with a keyed entry knob for exterior doors and other areas requiring additional peace of mind.
 

• Optimal for exterior doors such as front entryways or patio doors as well as large storage areas, basements or areas where extra security is desired.
• Unlocks when door is opened from the inside, allowing you to leave quickly and conveniently as well as re-enter easily.
• Use a key from the outside or manually rotate the interior turn button to lock and unlock.

Combined Interior Door Knobs

Your home should evolve with the needs of your family, so Schlage Custom™ Door Hardware features combined interior door knobs, making it easy for your locks to adapt to your changing lifestyle. You get both Hall & Closet and Bed & Bath functionality in a single lock.
 

• Lock adapts to the ever-changing life of the room – from nursery to bedroom to office and back again without ever taking the lock off the door
• No more miscounting doors – with both functions in the same lock, it’s easier to take home exactly what you need
• Simply insert the locking pin on the interior side of the lock to change from passage to privacy

Style is in the details

No matter which type of door knob you choose, you can be confident in the safety, simplicity and style of Schlage. Our door knobs:
 

• Come in a variety of styles and finishes to complement the look of any home
• Install easily with just a screwdriver
• Adjust to fit all standard door preparations, so there’s no need to drill new bore holes or replace a door just to install your new knob
• Are graded best in Residential Security, Durability and Finish
• Come with a limited lifetime mechanical and finish warranty

For even more help choosing the right door knobs for your home, visit our product selector tool on schlage.com. To view the full resolution infographic, click here.