Help with replacing lock please

Benzanna

Hi, please see the photo - is this a 5 lever mortice lock?
When I've looked online the keys supplied aren't a standard Yale (they look more like Chubb)

I'd really like to keep the Yale key types as I prefer them.

Is it just the cylinder that needs replacing?

Any ideas on the above and also how easy it is to replace without paying for a locksmith.

Thanks in advance!

z1a

Crystal ball needed.

Jackmydad

No photo to be seen.

Cornucopia

PollyErrington wrote: »

Hi, please see the photo - is this a 5 lever mortice lock?
When I've looked online the keys supplied aren't a standard Yale (they look more like Chubb)

5-Lever Mortice Locks usually have Chubb (round) keys.

I'd really like to keep the Yale key types as I prefer them.

It is possible to obtain a hybrid lock like this one that is a Dead-lock with Yale (flat) keys. Your insurance policy may specify a 5-Lever type, though.

Is it just the cylinder that needs replacing?

To achieve what?

Any ideas on the above and also how easy it is to replace without paying for a locksmith.

Most like-for-like changes of locks or Eurolock barrels are reasonably straightforward. The thing to watch for is that locks of the same type often vary in size, and the job will be easiest where the old and new ones are exactly the same size.

Norman_Castle

Try searching for euro mortice lock or euro sash lock.

Benzanna

Photo finally attached. Sorry!

I think it's a 5 lever mortice lock with a Euro cylinder. So I think if I want to use new keys, I just need to replace the cylinder?

fordfocus-chav-car

Should be something like this https://www.screwfix.com/p/eurospec-keyed-alike-euro-cylinder-lock-35-45-80mm-polished-brass/4553H?kpid=4553H&ds_rl=1245250&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIrsDj-djM1gIVlB4bCh2-3gFREAYYAiABEgKTBPD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds&dclid=COfmkP3YzNYCFUgS0wodS-4FlQ#product_additional_details_container

Cornucopia

PollyErrington wrote: »

Photo finally attached. Sorry!

I think it's a 5 lever mortice lock with a Euro cylinder. So I think if I want to use new keys, I just need to replace the cylinder?

So something like this, overall...



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The Eurolock cylinders are designed to be easy to swap out. You unscrew the mounting screw (which in your case will presumably be behind the decorative front plate of the lock on the edge of the door). Then you put the key in and turn it until the cylinder slides out. Be aware that the cylinders come in a variety of sizes, and the cylinder length on either side of the central mechanism can differ, so you will need to match the new one to the old one exactly.

Norman_Castle

PollyErrington wrote: »

Photo finally attached. Sorry!

I think it's a 5 lever mortice lock with a Euro cylinder. So I think if I want to use new keys, I just need to replace the cylinder?

Its a euro sash lock. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X9A915L_mlk

Mee

PS in addition to B&Q video above - this page from them covers the main types of lock

Mee

Any suggestions as to best place to purchase a Euro cylinder lock. Currently looking at Wickes and Screwfix.