How to unlock a “doorknob stuck” from the outside and inside

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26 Aug 2022 17:47

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Doorknobs

are a security device for homes and rooms, but they can be insecure if the doorknob is locked.

lock yourself in the room

Today, Thairath online has a simple way to unlock the doorknob.

to prepare for initial safety

How to survive a locked room

1. Call for help

Make a sound for passersby to hear.

It's the first step to do when you find yourself stuck inside a door that won't open.

This method has saved many people from being locked inside public toilets.

or different rooms

2. Find a piece of writing paper down the window.

for someone to see

Write a piece of paper under the door.

or drop down the window

so that people passing by can see

Tell me where it is stuck, what floor, when it was installed.

3. Try to unlock the door latch.

Learn how to unscrew the door latch from the outside and inside.

from the method below

The door knob is locked, how do I unlock it?

The door knob is locked from accidentally locking or forgetting the key, which must be unlocked from the outside.

The easiest way is to call a locksmith.

But if it's not in time and there is a necessary reason, try to learn how to unlock the door knob easily as follows.

The doorknob is locked from the outside or the key is left inside.

  • use a knife

Use the tip of a knife to pry a large dowel.

The knife you use should be of a decent size, pointed tip, and a good size for your hand.

Spin until the door opens

  • Use a straw with a straw rope.

Use a rope to insert it into the tube.

and prodded the tube into the door

and use a rope to pull it out

Grasp the end of the rope, relying on friction to move the pivot.

to unlock

  • use a key ring

use a key ring

Bend it into a number 9 and use the end of the large dowel loop.

with turning the knob

  • use plastic card

Use the ATM card or the card to push it into the space between the door and the doorknob lock.

Shake until the spur is released.

This will cause the card to be damaged and bent.

Therefore, you should choose an old card.

How to unlock a doorknob from the inside

In the event that the door cannot be opened

Keep the door locked inside. Use as many cards, cards, or plastic sheets as you can find.

prod to the door frame around the knob lock

Then shake the bolt to loosen the lock.

but it takes time

And not every door can be opened this way.

So in order to prevent the door from locking itself

Must prevent specific problems as follows:

1. Replace the door knob.

Repair the door to be ready for use at all times.

Check the installation direction of the doorknob.

And if found that the door is distorted, the knob is stuck, it is not in working condition.

Must change to prevent dangers that may occur in the future

2. Switch to a locking bolt

Choose to install a lock

to make it easier to unlock the door

3. A house with children

and the elderly

They should not be left alone.

children and the elderly

It is a risk group that may be trapped in the room.

Therefore, should not be left alone in the house.

or in various buildings alone

4. Put a signal or a bell in the bathroom.

in a room with an elderly person

or those who are unable to help themselves

Calls or bells should be installed to support emergencies.

5. Come up with an emergency backup plan in case you're stuck in the bathroom.

imagine a rescue plan

In case of an emergency at home, such as when stuck in the bathroom, can't open it, call someone for help.

If it's a public bathroom, attaching a phone to the bathroom allows us to call outsiders to help open the door.

But if at home alone

should have contact with neighbors or trusted people

to prevent possible loss

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