TL;DR
A multipoint lock is a door locking system that throws bolts or hooks at two to five positions along the edge — top, center, and bottom — from a single turn of the key or lift of the handle. By pulling the full height of the door tight to the weatherstripping, it improves security, air sealing, and resistance to warping on tall or wide doors.
What it means
A multipoint lock is a door locking system that throws bolts or hooks at two to five positions along the edge — top, center, and bottom — from a single turn of the key or lift of the handle. By pulling the full height of the door tight to the weatherstripping, it improves security, air sealing, and resistance to warping on tall or wide doors. It is standard on quality patio and entry doors, and repairs require matching the specific gearbox and rail.
Where it sits in the glossary
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Why Ohio homeowners should know it
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