Construction of Kwikset Doorknobs
Kwikset doorknobs are made of all metal zinc die cast components and feature an adjustable backset latch that will accomodate all of the most common ways a door could be prepped. Most standard doors will have either a drive in latch, latch with rounded corner faceplate (as shown in the image to the left) or a latch with a square corner faceplate. Some door knob brands only pack one of the three styles, but with Kwikset you get all three. This versatility makes doorknobs and excellent replacement for whatever kind of lock you already have. Kwikset knobs use a unique mounting plate for easy installation and to conceal the mounting screws giving the knob a clean look.

About Kwikset Knob Functions
Kwikset doorknobs are available in several functions the most common being keyed entry, privacy (bed and bath), passage (hall and closet) and single dummy. Each function is used for little different application.

Keyed Entry
Keyed entry knobsets have a turn button on the interior to lock and unlock the door. When leaving your home, you can just turn the button on the interior and the door will lock behind you. Unlock from the outside using a key. The knobset is only locked when the turn button is in the locked position. Kwikset is now available with the smartkey system so you can re-key the lock yourself in just seconds.

Privacy Knobsets
Kwikset privacy locksets work just like the keyed entry knobsets, but you do not need a key to unlock from the outside. There is no key cylinder, but there is a pinhole through which you can unlock the door using the generic tool provided. Privacy locks are generally used on bedroom or bathroom doors.

Passage Knobsets
Kwikset passage doorknobs are non- locking. These are great for hall doors or closet doors that do not need to lock, but a latching mechanism is still required.

Single Dummy
Kwikset dummy knobsets are sold individually as a single dummy. These are non-functioning knobs that are mounted to the surface of the door. These are used on doors that do not need a latch mechanism like the inactive side of a french door for example.

Door Prep for Kwikset Doorknobs
	As mentioned previously, Kwikset door knobs will fit doors that are prepped for drive in latches, square corner faceplates or rounded corner faceplates. So whatever you currently have, Kwikset will be a good fit. Other measurements you'll want to check: - 2 1/8" Diameter bore hole. - Backset of 2 3/8" or 2 3/4" - 1" diameter cross bore.