Thumb latches are typically for in swinging gates and are double sided meaning they can open and close from either side of the gate.
How to make a gate open from both sides.
A simple push or pull activates the latch mechanism from either side.
But access required from both sides for different tenants.
Mounted on the street side of the gate typically is a decorative plate with a thumb depressor.
Have an exterior gate that needs to be locked at all times.
It is why we want to share with you some gate latches that open both sides that you can use in your home.
Only a normal garden gate type thing 6ft high though but will be.
Mark with a pencil where the bottom edge of the hook rests against the gate for both hinges.
Line up the bolt holes on the center flanges with each other.
It is perfect for your garden garage and some other places where you want to place restrictions.
Attach the strap hinges with screws so the open end is flush with the gate.
Place the two pieces against each other with the hinge action on opposite sides.
One handed operation keeps a hand free for all those things you need to carry.