How do you install a peephole into a metal door?
May 8th, 2009 | by door |
Angela KC asked:
My sister just moved into a new house, and the door does not have a peephole. I feel that this is very unsafe for her and her children. There is no windows near the door to look out of either. I would like to install one for her but I do not know if you can install one into a metal door the same way you would a wooden door. If anyone has any advice for me I would greatly appriciate it.
FORREST
My sister just moved into a new house, and the door does not have a peephole. I feel that this is very unsafe for her and her children. There is no windows near the door to look out of either. I would like to install one for her but I do not know if you can install one into a metal door the same way you would a wooden door. If anyone has any advice for me I would greatly appriciate it.
FORREST
3 Responses to “How do you install a peephole into a metal door?”
By Mc Duff on May 9, 2009 | Reply
Just like wood, only use a metal drill bit.
By ,,,,,,,,,, on May 11, 2009 | Reply
when you buy the device,it will have instructions for installation.yes you can put one in a metal door,you do have to drill the hole.i would suggest that when you buy one,from home depot or Lowe’s ,you ask a sales person for best info.or you can buy a camera device which is more expensive but easier to install.your choice,shop around.to drill into a metal door ,you may have to have a special drill,a sales person can also advise you on that.
good luck.
By Jeffrey S on May 14, 2009 | Reply
Usually peep holes are made so that the barrel of the peep hole comes in two halves that ***** together. So, all that is needed for the door is to drill a hole the size needed to accommodate the style peep hole you get. The only difference with the metal door is you have to use a drill bit or hole bit made to cut metal. You will also need a small rat tail metal file to smooth the edges after you bore the hole.