the would-be bandits smashed the glass and were likely dismayed by finding a double cylinder lock in their way, so they tried to kick the door down. too bad for them, the door jambs are solid 1926 douglas fir:
the deadbolt gave its life to keep the house safe and the burglars never got in:
we had wanted to replace the door when we were redoing the kitchen, and now we have a reason. unfortunately, while we are waiting for the door to arrive, we must live like the zombie apocalypse is coming:
