What does backset mean? The backset explained in simple terms!

Would you like to know what the so-called backset (Dornmaß) is? The experts from Schlüsseldienst München – Mario Pichelmaier will gladly explain to you in a clear and understandable way what is concretely meant by the backset.

Definition of Backset

The backset refers to the distance from the locking cylinder, or the center of the keyhole, to the (front) edge from which the deadbolt extends during the locking process.

The backset of a wooden apartment door in Germany is usually 55 mm. A solid front door usually has a backset of 65 mm.

In principle, the backset can range between 20 mm and 100 mm.

Do You Need a New Apartment Door or Front Door Lock?

Do you need a new apartment door lock with a 55 mm backset or a new front door lock with a 65 mm backset? Or should an alternative lock with a varying backset be installed at your property?

The specialists from Locksmith Munich – Mario Pichelmaier are gladly there for you, especially since we possess a vast amount of experience and know-how in the installation of (mortise) locks.

As a competent locksmith service for the greater Munich area, we are of course also capable of opening doors and locks of any kind without causing damage using the best specialized tools, should you have locked yourself out of your apartment or house, or locked yourself inside a room.

You can make use of our services at any time, as we are a true emergency locksmith service. In plain language, this means that we can be reached on literally every day of the year at any hour. For instance, you can commission us on Christmas Eve for a lock replacement. Or on New Year’s Day for a professional door opening without damage, after you have, for example, accidentally pulled your entrance door shut without having a key with you.

We gladly offer our services as a Munich locksmith at a guaranteed fixed price. This price is stated transparently before the respective work begins, ensuring you have the highest level of price certainty from the very start. Achieving the highest possible customer satisfaction is of paramount importance to us!