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Originally Posted by Michael G.
My son wants to replace his outside door latches and handles.
At close inspection, he suspects the builder installed INTERIOR hardware and his EXTERIOR doors.
His house is 6 years and out of warranty.
He was told there is salt in our air from the Gulf or the ocean tarnishes our exterior
hardware. Is this possible?
Also, the hinges are exposed to the outside, where anyone could pop the hinges and take the doors off. 
What do you think? |
Not sure the point. Far as salt air from Ocean or gulf, we used to live around two miles from the ocean. Salt water is corrosive but we are not close to it. In terms of hardware there are different grades. Including items for use on a boat,
In terms of security, most of us do not think as a criminal. Someone braking into your home will not be concerned about damaging your property. That you just painted the trim the exact color etc they do not care. They want in and out. No need to use the door. Our windows are designed for easy access.
Far as exposed hinges, I would expect it is a screen door, most doors are sold prehung. It is an assembly. A door on the outside is or should be stronger than an inside door.
Again since a criminal is not concerned about damaging your property, a crowbar will have no trouble with the inch long screws into wood or pressboard.
I sleep well and have low cholesterol. Wife worries and has high cholesterol.