sliding door key snapped off!

[Margem]

Knew i shoulden't but did! slid the door open with keys in and snapped off the key, .......... sez i!
Anybody know how to get ot out or how the lock comes off, standard curved acrylic type door fitted to sealines and the like. getting unbeleivable greif from SWMBO quite right i suppose!

 

[Carpediem]

Needed a new key for mine. Comes from..... wait for it...... SWEDEN and takes two weeks!!!

Good luck.

 

[old_salt]

Two Dentists picks or very small watchmakers screwdrivers bent over and try to pull it out teasing each side.
Hope this helps.

 

[Margem]

Thanks will give it a go

 

[dalex]

If all else fails, the lock is reasonably easy to swap out completely, if the door is open. They appear to look like a standard enough patio door lock. You might like to invest in something a bit more secure at the same time.

 

[jimh]

did exactly the same with mine when I first took delivery. The lock is held in place by the small bolt which has no head either side - you need to get some grips on it either side and undo - the lock then slides off.

 

[davedpc]

Sealine locks are a bit like the old Ford cars ,one key fits many. I suplement my door lock with a bike type combo lock around both handles. I also hide a second key nearby.. Dave.