Discreet Hairpin Door Lock

March 13th, 2009

If you have a girl over and don’t want your mom to bust in and ruin the vibe (especially since you’re 27), here’s how to lock the door without installing a lock: Drill a hole through the spring-loaded latch and stick a hairpin in the hole. The hairpin will stop the latch from retracting, effectively locking the door, and without any special hardware. Smooth move Casanova!