GalleryDoing your own home improvement projects is a great way to save money and still get the new look you desire. When you’re working on giving a traditional home a more modern feel, it can be tempting to splurge – but you don’t have to. It is possible to “steal” great looks for a […]
Top 10 tips for getting your home ready for short term vacation rental.
Disclosure: Kwikset has provided complementary products to design build team, Adam and Ashley of Hatch Works who have built and own several rental properties in Austin, Texas.
Like many other people who have a vacation home, we usually rent to travelers who are looking for a quick weekend or 10-day getaway, which means we constantly […]
DIY Home Project: Incorporating Modern Design in Any Home
GalleryIn the video below, Hatch Works founder Adam explains why he pairs the new Sydney contemporary lever from Kwikset with an old style door to create the perfect style contrast of old and new in his home.
Homeowners and designers are incorporating a clean, contemporary aesthetic in homes like never before. Whether the entire home […]
SmartCode 915: Designed to Solve Real Life Challenges
When it comes to home security, Kwikset’s latest SmartCode 915 electronic deadbolt solves real life challenges with some of the most innovative features on the market.
Real life challenge #1: DIY projects = time I don’t have
If you have a Phillips head screwdriver, four AA batteries, a ruler and fifteen minutes to spare, you can […]
Four Questions to Ask Before Your DIY Project
GalleryDisclosure: Kwikset has provided complementary products to In the House radio show for review purposes.
To use an old cliché, “Spring has sprung!” Every spring on In the House, we field calls, texts and email questions from our listeners regarding DIY projectsthat don’t break the bank.
We’ve found that an ideal spring DIY projectis one that:
Can […]
Tips For Diagnosing and Remedying the Effects of External Factors on Door Hardware
Many times after diagnosing what we think is a door hardware problem, we only to find that the problem is with the door and/or door frame, not the lock itself. This blog post is meant to provide answers to Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) related to common problems that owners experience with residential entry doors.
Q1. […]
Guide to minimize risk of leaving child home alone – Smart Security – | Kwikset
GalleryWhen carefully thought-out and planned for, leaving a mature child at home without adult supervision for an hour or two after school can be a valuable learning experience and teach independence, self-reliance, and self-discipline. The key is to strike a balance between giving your child room to grow and keeping in constant contact for […]
Ask A Locksmith: How Do I Choose a Door Lock For My Home?
Home security starts at your front door with – you guessed it – your lock and deadbolt. With option after option on the market for your DIY home security upgrade, how do you cut through the clutter and choose the lock that best suits your needs? In this article, we’ll discuss the process of […]
Kwikset’s Top 10 Terms to Know Guide When Choosing Door Hardware
A resource guide for new homeowners and remodelers to use for reference when choosing new door hardware.
Choosing a door and its accessories should be a simple task. In truth, there are many options out there that can muddy the market and delay the selection process. Differences in color, style, size and function can leave […]
Re-Keying a Kwikset® SmartKey® Lock: How Does It Work?
Kwikset’s SmartKey door lock is designed to alleviate the stress and costs that result from having to re-key a door lock. SmartKey’s advanced design provides maximum security while requiring minimal time and skill. It sounds simple because it is! To feed your curiosity, here’s an in-depth look at how the Kwikset SmartKey actually works.
SmartKey […]