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product_id: 12298967
title: "Cardinal Gates Door Guardian Home Security Door Reinforcement Lock for Inward Swinging Doors - Child Proof Lock Front Door - Extra Lock for Home from Inside - USA Based - Black"
brand: "cardinal gates"
price: "235.89 DT"
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# 12x stronger than deadbolt fits inward swinging doors only easy 3-min installation Cardinal Gates Door Guardian Home Security Door Reinforcement Lock for Inward Swinging Doors - Child Proof Lock Front Door - Extra Lock for Home from Inside - USA Based - Black

**Brand:** cardinal gates
**Price:** 235.89 DT
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🚪 Lock in peace of mind—because your home deserves next-level security!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Cardinal Gates Door Guardian Home Security Door Reinforcement Lock for Inward Swinging Doors - Child Proof Lock Front Door - Extra Lock for Home from Inside - USA Based - Black by cardinal gates
- **How much does it cost?** 235.89 DT with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- cardinal gates enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted cardinal gates brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Unmatched Strength:** Built with rugged metal, this lock is 12 times stronger than a standard deadbolt, ensuring your door stays secure against forced entry.
- • **Dual-Purpose Safety:** Combines childproofing with enhanced home security, ideal for families with kids, seniors, or dementia patients.
- • **Customizable Placement:** Install anywhere on your door frame, even on angled or flared door jambs, for tailored childproofing and security.
- • **Trusted American Craftsmanship:** Proudly made by a USA-based company since 1993, delivering quality and customer service you can count on.
- • **Effortless One-Handed Operation:** Slide and rotate the lock with ease—perfect for busy parents who need quick, reliable security without fumbling.

## Overview

The Cardinal Gates Door Guardian is a heavy-duty, childproof door reinforcement lock designed exclusively for inward swinging doors. Engineered with rugged metal construction 12 times stronger than a deadbolt, it offers superior security and peace of mind for families with children or seniors. Easy to install in minutes with included hardware, it fits even angled door frames and operates smoothly with one hand. Made in the USA by a trusted brand since 1993, this lock doubles as a child safety device and an extra layer of home protection.

## Description

The door guardian effectively childproofs your exterior doors, providing peace of mind for you and your family. This lock resists forced entry and effectively secures, reinforces and childproofs exterior doors. Use the door guardian on any exterior or basement door. The door guardian helps prevent wandering in groups like sleepwalking children and seniors who require supervision. Recognized as" one of the best new child safety products" by the national safe kids campaign in washington, D.C., the door guardian works double duty as both a security device and as a childproofing lock. Durable and attractive, the heavy duty door guardian features rugged metal construction which will complement any decor. Available in 6 finishes, this model is black.

Review: Keeps your little ones inside - The Door Guardian is a great product for keeping little ones inside a home. We have one installed on our front door and it is very effective and easy to use. So how is this different than a standard flip lock, which may cost around 1/4 the price of the Door Guardian? We have several of these standard locks and will use them when lock certainty is less important. First a standard flip lock uses shorter screws, limiting the security of the attachment to the door jam. Sure you could buy extra screws for the flip lock, but that is an extra step and does costs extra (still nowhere near the Door Guardian cost). Two, the Door Guardian is made with much more robust steel - I can't speak to the steel quality, but the lock has substantially more metal, which I must assume adds to the stability of the device. Third the closure mechanism is more solid. I have found standard flip locks can be rattled out of position is the door has enough play. Beyond security, the Door Guardian offers better aesthetics than a standard flip lock. Also the Door Guardian seems less likely to cause damage to the door that is being locked. Additionally, the Door Guardian can be used with door frames that flare out (where the wood thickness increases as you move away from the door). This is due to the fact that a standard flip lock needs to open to about 270 degrees (or to parallel to the wall - or in the opposite position to closed when mounted). The Door Guardian has an angle built into the device that allows it to sit on these angled frames. If you are confused by this explanation, please Google "Door Guardian installation instructions", find a PDF instruction manual, and look at figure 2B. I have been unable to attach a standard flip lock on these types of door frames without damaging the frame (becuase the frame prevents the lock from opening all the way). The last thing I would say about the Door Guardian is that it has a very easy one-handed operation. Standard flip locks are very easy to use as well, but I have found the Door Guardian a little bit easier to operate. Installation requires a 1/8" inch drill bit for the two larger screws. If your door does not have enough space for the screw plate, which is 1/16" inch, you may have to chisel off some material from the door frame to recess the screw plate. A short explanation of this: pencil the boarder of the screw plate on the door frame; remove the screw plate and use a chisel and hammer to create a 1/16" inch groove along the inside of the boarder that you penciled in; chisel in a grid of grooves in the inside of the boarder; and chisel away the interior of the grooved area moving from the boarder groove inward until all the material is gone. The grooves will prevent splintering and removal of excess door frame.
Review: MUST-HAVE TO KEEP KIDDOS SAFE FROM THEMSELVES AND OTHER KIDS/ADULTS - I take reviews very seriously, especially when it comes to child-safety products, so I wanted to use this for a little bit before writing anything. As a new parent, I've researched a ton of baby-proofing items and just kind of stumbled across this one day when trying to find a good solution to keep bigger kids that come to visit from being able to open the basement door for our 1 year old. This product is AMAZING! It literally took me 3 minutes or less to install. The middle screw is pretty genius and helps you find the right place to secure it to the frame without you messing up and putting a hundred holes in your door frame; it works in a way that allows you to "test drive" the spot you chose by opening and closing the door several times before securing the other 2 screws. It's also really nice that you can install this all the way at the top of the door (or wherever you want) like we did. That way, visiting kids can't open the door (and leave it open for our son to fall down the stairs) without an adult's help. There is a tiny gap between our door and the frame so I thought I would have to chisel out a little bit to make room to attach the device, but that was not the case. My only complaint, which I read in other reviews, is that the screws aren't that great. They come with 2 sets (1 longer and 1 shorter) so you can pick the size that's best for your door frame. My issue is that the screw heads stripped pretty bad from a simple installation. I was able to get them in ok, but you might want to use different (better) screws when you install it. This thing keeps the door super secure and can easily be opened with one hand. It's super strong and the door doesn't budge. I will definitely be buying one of these for the door that leads from the house into the garage, and the front door as well. It's well worth spending $15 to keep your kids safely inside. Obviously it works to keep people out as well, but that's not my sole use for this item. If my opinion changes on this product, I'll provide an update. For now, I love this thing and I'm buying 2 more.

## Features

- ENHANCED DOOR SECURITY: Secure door locks for kids safety prevent unwanted exits from your home. Doubles as a extra security device and a childproofing lock. Good for dementia patients. Works with inward swinging doors only.
- EASY TO USE: The child proof door lock effectively secures, reinforces, and childproofs exterior doors. The locking mechanism slides out and rotates out of the way, and easily snaps back into place to block the door.
- SIMPLE INSTALLATION - These child safety locks for doors install into your door jamb using the supplied screws, using a drill for a pilot hole and a screwdriver. Install at least 6 inches from any pre-installed locking device or door knob.
- RUGGED METAL CONSTRUCTION - Our security door lock is 12 times stronger than a deadbolt. Can't be unlocked from the other side of the door. Available in 6 finishes to complement any décor
- US BASED COMPANY - Cardinal Gates has been in business since 1993 and is based outside of Atlanta GA. We are a small business that prides itself on the quality of both its products and its customer service. You can trust us with all your safety needs

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B00CE8C5LI |
| Best Sellers Rank | #56,418 in Tools & Home Improvement ( See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement ) #136 in Door Latches & Bolts |
| Brand | Cardinal Gates |
| Brand Name | Cardinal Gates |
| Color | Black |
| Customer Reviews | 4.8 out of 5 stars 3,091 Reviews |
| Finish Type | antique, satin |
| Finish Types | antique, satin |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00635035300995 |
| Manufacturer | Cardinal Gates |
| Manufacturer Part Number | DG01-BL |
| Model Number | DG01-BK |
| Mount Type | Under Door Mount |
| Mounting Type | Under Door Mount |
| Number of Packs | 1 |
| Number of Pieces | 1 |
| Product Style | Antique |
| Style | Antique |
| UPC | 885671380657 885479560275 635035300995 885606194366 786417114966 885279418424 885562893679 885569672697 |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Cardinal Gates
- **Color:** Black
- **Finish Type:** antique, satin
- **Global Trade Identification Number:** 00635035300995
- **Manufacturer:** Cardinal Gates
- **Mounting Type:** Under Door Mount
- **Number of Pieces:** 1
- **Style:** Antique
- **Unit Count:** 1 Count

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Color** options.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Keeps your little ones inside
*by S***M on October 1, 2012*

The Door Guardian is a great product for keeping little ones inside a home. We have one installed on our front door and it is very effective and easy to use. So how is this different than a standard flip lock, which may cost around 1/4 the price of the Door Guardian? We have several of these standard locks and will use them when lock certainty is less important. First a standard flip lock uses shorter screws, limiting the security of the attachment to the door jam. Sure you could buy extra screws for the flip lock, but that is an extra step and does costs extra (still nowhere near the Door Guardian cost). Two, the Door Guardian is made with much more robust steel - I can't speak to the steel quality, but the lock has substantially more metal, which I must assume adds to the stability of the device. Third the closure mechanism is more solid. I have found standard flip locks can be rattled out of position is the door has enough play. Beyond security, the Door Guardian offers better aesthetics than a standard flip lock. Also the Door Guardian seems less likely to cause damage to the door that is being locked. Additionally, the Door Guardian can be used with door frames that flare out (where the wood thickness increases as you move away from the door). This is due to the fact that a standard flip lock needs to open to about 270 degrees (or to parallel to the wall - or in the opposite position to closed when mounted). The Door Guardian has an angle built into the device that allows it to sit on these angled frames. If you are confused by this explanation, please Google "Door Guardian installation instructions", find a PDF instruction manual, and look at figure 2B. I have been unable to attach a standard flip lock on these types of door frames without damaging the frame (becuase the frame prevents the lock from opening all the way). The last thing I would say about the Door Guardian is that it has a very easy one-handed operation. Standard flip locks are very easy to use as well, but I have found the Door Guardian a little bit easier to operate. Installation requires a 1/8" inch drill bit for the two larger screws. If your door does not have enough space for the screw plate, which is 1/16" inch, you may have to chisel off some material from the door frame to recess the screw plate. A short explanation of this: pencil the boarder of the screw plate on the door frame; remove the screw plate and use a chisel and hammer to create a 1/16" inch groove along the inside of the boarder that you penciled in; chisel in a grid of grooves in the inside of the boarder; and chisel away the interior of the grooved area moving from the boarder groove inward until all the material is gone. The grooves will prevent splintering and removal of excess door frame.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ MUST-HAVE TO KEEP KIDDOS SAFE FROM THEMSELVES AND OTHER KIDS/ADULTS
*by S***Y on April 12, 2019*

I take reviews very seriously, especially when it comes to child-safety products, so I wanted to use this for a little bit before writing anything. As a new parent, I've researched a ton of baby-proofing items and just kind of stumbled across this one day when trying to find a good solution to keep bigger kids that come to visit from being able to open the basement door for our 1 year old. This product is AMAZING! It literally took me 3 minutes or less to install. The middle screw is pretty genius and helps you find the right place to secure it to the frame without you messing up and putting a hundred holes in your door frame; it works in a way that allows you to "test drive" the spot you chose by opening and closing the door several times before securing the other 2 screws. It's also really nice that you can install this all the way at the top of the door (or wherever you want) like we did. That way, visiting kids can't open the door (and leave it open for our son to fall down the stairs) without an adult's help. There is a tiny gap between our door and the frame so I thought I would have to chisel out a little bit to make room to attach the device, but that was not the case. My only complaint, which I read in other reviews, is that the screws aren't that great. They come with 2 sets (1 longer and 1 shorter) so you can pick the size that's best for your door frame. My issue is that the screw heads stripped pretty bad from a simple installation. I was able to get them in ok, but you might want to use different (better) screws when you install it. This thing keeps the door super secure and can easily be opened with one hand. It's super strong and the door doesn't budge. I will definitely be buying one of these for the door that leads from the house into the garage, and the front door as well. It's well worth spending $15 to keep your kids safely inside. Obviously it works to keep people out as well, but that's not my sole use for this item. If my opinion changes on this product, I'll provide an update. For now, I love this thing and I'm buying 2 more.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent value
*by S***C on October 21, 2011*

I had previously installed a pair of Armor Concepts' Universal Door Security kits on my entrance doors, which made me a little reticent to install another device. The Armor Concepts kits were kind of involved and took me all day to set up, but the Door Guardian looked easy enough. And they were. I got one in satin chrome and one antique bronze. They look good with my other similarly coloured door hardware. The idea of installing a short screw first to test the fit and function is a good idea. If your door won't close over the DG, you can easily pull out the short screw and remove some wood. There was no trouble closing my door, so I didn't have to shave any wood from the frame. This is great because the last device I installed (one of those gadgets that lets you open the door a few inches, then requires you to close the door and unlatch it to open the door) required me to cut a big chunk of wood out of the door trim. Anyhow, instead of having the 1/2" screw in the middle and the 3-1/2" screws top and bottom, I used some 4" screws I had for extra strength. I did drill the holes first. The entire process took me under half an hour for both Door Guardians. They are strong and hold securely. To open them, you pull the moveable part first to the side (away from the door frame) then swing it open. Mine are installed on the left side of the door, so I pull them to the right. One of them kind of sticks sometimes. I figured you can push it in towards the door, then to the side. Bottom line, I've never bought anything this inexpensive, good looking, easy to install, yet so effective. I recommend it highly.

## Frequently Bought Together

- Cardinal Gates Door Guardian - Door Lock Security & Door Reinforcement for Inward Swinging Doors - Child Safety Locks for Doors - Black
- Cardinal Gates Door Guardian - Door Lock Security & Door Reinforcement for Inward Swinging Doors - Child Safety Locks for Doors - White

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