beaners Posted October 25, 2013 Share Posted October 25, 2013 How do I do it? I have a single cupboard door that I need to put a "real" lock on - not just a childproof latch. I've seen locks for two cupboard doors next to each other, but I don't know how to make this work when there's nothing to attach this handle to. You guys can answer anything. Help me out! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tangerine Posted October 25, 2013 Share Posted October 25, 2013 Just a thought: I was once at a party with a locked liquor cabinet. The kids took off the hinges, then reassembled the whole thing without ever having to worry about the lock. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moxie Posted October 25, 2013 Share Posted October 25, 2013 If I needed to lock up the liquor, I would just throw it out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Orthodox6 Posted October 25, 2013 Share Posted October 25, 2013 Maybe she has toddlers or very young children to keep safe -- ? If we lock up cleaning fluids from them, we should lock up alcoholic beverages from them as well. If it is resourceful [cough] teens causing concern, then maybe a combination lock safe would be better. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fairfarmhand Posted October 25, 2013 Share Posted October 25, 2013 can you take it to a woodworking shop? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fairfarmhand Posted October 25, 2013 Share Posted October 25, 2013 here. http://woodworking.rockler.com/c/cabinet-locks-furniture-locks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beaners Posted October 25, 2013 Author Share Posted October 25, 2013 LOL I'm not worried about my children actually getting into it, but I need to show that it is locked. My genius husband suggested we put an eye on the side and use a cabinet cable lock, so I think that's what we're going to do. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kerileanne99 Posted October 26, 2013 Share Posted October 26, 2013 We have one of those magnetic tot locks on the cabinet where our meds are kept, up high. There is a small lock mechanism that attaches with tiny screws to the inside of the cabinet, and nothing on the outside...the 'key' is a magnet that you have to hold directly over the lock to disengage it. I love that there is no sign of a lock, it just doesn't open:) http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000HKVVH4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kerileanne99 Posted October 26, 2013 Share Posted October 26, 2013 DP Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LucyStoner Posted October 26, 2013 Share Posted October 26, 2013 LOL I'm not worried about my children actually getting into it, but I need to show that it is locked. My genius husband suggested we put an eye on the side and use a cabinet cable lock, so I think that's what we're going to do. Who do you need to show that it is locked? Insurance company? I am puzzled. I keep liquor in the chest freezer, where my father won't ever find it when he visits. No one has ever asked me where it is or if I have any. Unless they were here for a drink. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ThatHomeschoolDad Posted October 26, 2013 Share Posted October 26, 2013 It can be done if you're willing to drill a hole. A cheap lock from Home Depot will do, or you can go for something more specialized from Rockler. Not a hard project, and counts as shop credit if the kids do it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maize Posted October 26, 2013 Share Posted October 26, 2013 Maybe they are doing a home study for adoption or fostering, or getting certified for home daycare? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Catwoman Posted October 26, 2013 Share Posted October 26, 2013 Add me to the list of people who wants to know why you need to "show that it's locked." :confused: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted October 26, 2013 Share Posted October 26, 2013 Add me to the list of people who wants to know why you need to "show that it's locked." :confused: This. After all, all you would have to do is to ask someone to try and open it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kitten18 Posted October 26, 2013 Share Posted October 26, 2013 It can be done if you're willing to drill a hole. A cheap lock from Home Depot will do, or you can go for something more specialized from Rockler. Not a hard project, and counts as shop credit if the kids do it. I agree. A little key lock that turns against the inside of the cupboard. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
QueenCat Posted October 26, 2013 Share Posted October 26, 2013 I misread the title of the post and thought beaners wanted advice on STOCKING the cabinet............ I was so ready to advise! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kathryn Posted October 26, 2013 Share Posted October 26, 2013 Add me to the list of people who wants to know why you need to "show that it's locked." :confused: Curious too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beaners Posted October 26, 2013 Author Share Posted October 26, 2013 Maybe they are doing a home study for adoption or fostering, or getting certified for home daycare? Yep. This is the reason. Nothing too exciting or interesting, but I wish I had a great story to go with it. I misread the title of the post and thought beaners wanted advice on STOCKING the cabinet............ I was so ready to advise! If we weren't so good at stocking the cabinet, I wouldn't need the lock! That's the problem! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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