Oval Profile DeadLocks
Oval Profile DeadLocks for Timber & Heritage Doors
Oval Profile DeadLocks are a secure, key-operated solution designed for timber doors, heritage sites, and commercial buildings still using traditional oval profile cylinders. These mortice deadlocks offer dependable locking without a latch, making them ideal where doors are always locked when closed.
What is an Oval Profile DeadLock?
An oval profile mortice deadlock is installed into a mortice in the door edge and uses a removable oval cylinder to throw a solid deadbolt. Unlike a sash lock, there’s no latch — only a deadbolt for secure locking. It’s often used to replace existing oval profile locks without the need to change other hardware.
Pros & Cons
- Pros: Maintains existing master key systems, upgradeable cylinders, secure deadbolt action.
- Cons: Fewer models available than Euro profile, less choice for modern upgrades.
Sizes, Finishes & Matching Hardware
Common oval profile deadlock case sizes are 2.5" (≈44 mm backset) for standard doors and 3" (≈57 mm backset) for thicker frames or fire doors. Available in satin chrome or polished brass, they pair perfectly with oval profile escutcheons. For sash lock installations, match with lock door handles on backplates.
When to Choose This Lock Type
Ideal for schools, hotels, offices, and listed buildings, these locks ensure you keep a consistent keying system without a full hardware overhaul. For other options, see Mortice Locks & Latches or Locks & Latches. We deliver to London, Manchester, Birmingham, Leeds, Glasgow and across the UK.
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Frelan - 76mm SC Oval profile deadlock
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Frelan - 65mm SC Oval profile deadlock
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How to Select the Right Oval Profile DeadLock
UK Sizing, Backset & Finish Selection
When replacing an oval profile mortice deadlock, measure from the door edge to the centre of the keyhole (backset). Standard UK timber doors use 2.5" / 44 mm backset cases, while thicker doors and many fire doors use 3" / 57 mm. These locks are ideal for heritage building restorations, commercial security upgrades, and maintaining master key suites without changing every lock. Available in polished brass for period properties or satin chrome for modern interiors, they are compatible with Oval Profile Escutcheons and other Door Furniture. For related categories, see Locks & Latches, Mortice Locks & Latches, and Oval Profile Locks. Delivery is available to London, Manchester, Birmingham, Glasgow, Edinburgh, Cardiff and across the UK.
Professional Advice & Leading Brands
Security Solutions for Heritage & Commercial Sites
Our team offers expert guidance on everything from security-rated oval profile deadlocks to oval cylinders used in schools, hotels, and office buildings where a master key system is essential. We can advise on keyed alike cylinder sets for multi-door properties, ensuring convenience without compromising security.
We supply trusted ranges from From The Anvil, Carlisle Brass, Heritage Brass, and Frelan Hardware — all renowned for their quality and durability.
For alternative lock types, explore Lock Door Handles on Backplates, which work perfectly with oval profile sash locks.
If you can’t find the exact product you need, contact us and we’ll provide tailored advice for your project, whether it’s a heritage restoration, commercial refurbishment, or security upgrade for a busy public building.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is an Oval Profile DeadLock?
What is an Oval Profile DeadLock?
An Oval Profile DeadLock is a mortice lock operated by an oval cylinder, featuring a solid deadbolt and no latch.
Which size should I choose?
Which size should I choose?
2.5" (44 mm backset) suits most timber doors; 3" (57 mm backset) suits thicker frames or fire doors.
Can they be keyed alike or used in a master key system?
Can they be keyed alike or used in a master key system?
Yes, oval cylinders can be keyed alike or integrated into master key suites.
Should I convert to Euro profile?
Should I convert to Euro profile?
Euro profiles offer more model choice, but oval profile deadlocks are ideal when maintaining an existing oval system.
What hardware do they work with?
What hardware do they work with?
Typically paired with oval profile escutcheons; sash locks work with lock door handles on backplates.
Nationwide Supply & Industry Experience
Oval Profile DeadLocks – Trusted UK Supplier
We provide oval cylinder deadlocks for commercial buildings, listed properties, and residential projects. Popular uses include replacement oval profile deadlock cases, high-security oval profile deadlocks UK, and oval profile mortice deadlocks for timber doors. Whether you need master key oval profile deadlocks, brass oval profile deadlocks, or satin chrome finishes, we can guide your choice. We deliver to London, Manchester, Birmingham, Bristol, Liverpool, Newcastle, Sheffield, Leeds, Glasgow, Edinburgh, and nationwide.