can you drill holes into pvc doors or is this not recommended?

Question

i want to fit a lock on the inside of the door so the door can be opened slightly by the person inside

Answer 1

I think you mean a chain ..
Yes you can but get some to do it for you if you are unsure.
I done it no prob...
Drill pilot holes first then use self taping screws.
Use a drill bit thats smaller than the screws.
Use a hand screwdriver not electric screwdriver as they are crap at screwing screws.
And use star headed scews..

Answer 2

Wow varied answers???

First of all is it PVC skinned? Hollow core? Molded decoratively perhaps? Do you know if it's framed in wood? I have a real hard time believing it's a steel door.

Obviously; and in any case; did the door come with not predrilled holes? Why in the world would anyone buy a door that had no knob/latching mechanism/receiving striker plate on the frame/jamb; without knowing HOW they might be able to open or latch it closed???

I think you can assume; if it isn't a home made door; it very likely is supported enough to use a hole saw drill bit and a paddle bit or hole saw on the edge for the latching mechanism.

Most; if not all door knob types come with instructions and a template allowing proper fit.

I suggest it would behoove you to know the construction of the door; then proceed. Even hollow core/ Luan skinned doors are framed in the interior.

Steven Wolf

Answer 3

Do you mean like a security chain? Drill holes a bit smaller than the screw and you will have no problem. Make sure the screws have threads their whole length as a smooth shank won't hold.

Answer 4

Under the pvc is steel, so you need a suitable drill and you fix with self-tapping screws.

Answer 5

yes u can i have a chain, but put masking tape on were u r going to drill , being pvc the drill may slip, the tape will prevent this

Answer 6

Yes

Answer 7

Once you drill a hole its there full time, cant put woodfilller in it

Answer 8

Use the spy hole if fitted.

Answer 9

idk