WC mortise locks
A WC lock, together with matching WC door hardware, provides privacy in the toilet or bathroom. The lock is installed in the door, and you choose the corresponding hardware to operate it. Pay particular attention to the center distance, backset, door thickness, and the dimensions of the cutout. This prevents the lock and hardware from being incompatible.
WC mortise locks for privacy in bathrooms and toilets
A WC mortise lock is the mechanism in the door that works with a matching WC control. This allows you to lock the toilet or bathroom door from the inside. The visible button or hardware on the outside of the door is a different component from the lock case itself.
For the combination to work properly, the lock, door handle, and locking control must align. So start by measuring the door and then choose the WC door hardware that fits.
Which dimensions must match?
The current range includes WC mortise locks with a specified center distance of 63 mm. Compare this distance with the hardware you want to use. Also check the backset, lock case, and faceplate. Not every faceplate has the same dimensions; always check the details for the selected version.
| Check point | Why is it needed? | Practical tip |
|---|---|---|
| Center distance | The handle and WC control must align | Measure between the centers of both controls |
| Backset | Determines the position from the door edge | Compare the existing bore |
| Faceplate and lock case | Must fit in the door | Compare the complete cutout |
| Operating spindle | Connects the hardware and mechanism | Check the connection details of both components |
Lock and visible finish as a combination
A WC rose is useful with a door handle that has separate roses. A WC backplate combines the handle and lock on one plate. View the WC roses for a compact finish, or the backplate versions if you want continuous hardware.
Also match the color of the faceplate to the hardware. This ensures a neat finish when the door is open. However, color and shape are not proof that two products are technically compatible; the connection dimensions remain decisive.
Installation, use, and maintenance
- Check the door thickness and all lock dimensions before ordering.
- Install the mechanism straight and without pressure from hardware that has been mounted too tightly.
- Test the lever handle and WC fitting with the door open before closing the door.
- Check that the strike plate is properly aligned and follow the maintenance advice for the lock.
Buy WC mortise locks from WDTegels
Compare WC mortise locks based on the specified dimensions and desired finish. Check which components you already have and what is still needed. If you are looking for a different locking function, you can find the various mechanisms among the mortise locks.
Frequently asked questions
Is a WC mortise lock the same as a WC rose?
No. The mortise lock is installed in the door and contains the mechanism. The WC rose is the visible operating component on the door surface. Both must be suitably compatible with each other.
Does a 63 mm WC lock fit every WC backplate?
No, the backplate must have the same required center-to-center distance. Also check the fitting, door thickness, and other connection dimensions. One matching dimension is not sufficient.
Can I replace a passage lock with a WC mortise lock?
That depends on the cutout, dimensions, and existing holes. An additional opening may be required for the WC fitting. First compare the door and both mechanisms.
Does the thumbturn come with the WC mortise lock?
Not automatically. The lock and the WC hardware may be offered separately. Check the scope of delivery and choose a fitting that is technically compatible with the lock.
