It s the perfect method to quickly modify a door and make it more difficult for intruders to come in.
How to lock your door with a fork and knife.
Then wiggle the knife in your lock until it clicks.
Start by inserting the knife as far as it goes into the bottom half of your keyhole.
The fork will be used as the lock itself although this diy project does require you to get your hands dirty at least for a little bit.
Keep in mind this trick only works with a button lock or spring loaded latch system.
Now the fork lock shown does show the fork cut but you can accomplish the same thing using a butter knife rather than the end of the fork and not damage the flatware.
Hotel rooms offices and other public buildings can offer quick refuge fr.
You ll need a vice a hammer and a metal saw but the whole process only takes a few minutes.