HIGH TECH UPGRADE Give your entry an update by installing a smart lock

ABOVE For a new door, use the lock kit template to drill using 54mm and 25mm holesaws. To replace an older-style combination lock- handle, check if you need an accessory cover plate to overlay the original holes

Tools & materials

n Safety equipment (eye protection) n Phillips and flathead screwdrivers n Rubber wedges n Small level n Mini long-nose pliers n Hammer n Chisel n Cleaning wipes n Smart lock kit with supplied accessories

DIY TOOLKIT

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1 Trojan mini long nose plier, $6.48, I/N: 0126910. 2 Adoored rubber door wedge in White, $3.44/pack of 3, I/N: 4061760. 3 Craftright 230mm magnetic torpedo level, $2.99, I/N: 5660641. 4 Lockly ‘Vision’ smart lock deadbolt with video doorbell in Satin Nickel, $599, I/N: 0201412. Some products are not available at all Bunnings stores, but may be ordered.

HIGH-TECH UPGRADE

Update your front door with a new smart lock that allows entry with the tap of a phone or the touch of a finger. A built-in video shows who’s calling and two-way audio lets you chat to them without even opening the door.

1 Remove the old lock and strike plate, clean all over with wipes and wedge the door open. Use a flathead screwdriver to extend the deadbolt, position it in the door with the slot facing upright and secure the plate with supplied screws. Tip: Use a screwdriver rather than a drill to avoid stripping. 2 Position the exterior assembly with the vertical blade through the deadbolt. Remove the adhesive backing and hold a level against the lock to keep it straight while pressing it onto the door. Attach the mounting plate inside with the supplied 60mm screws.

3 For a left-swinging door, move the sensor wire pad to the right-hand channel with mini pliers. Hold the interior assembly close to the door while clipping the plug into the socket, then twist the cable screws together and push the cable under the eyelet hook. 4 With the blade in the turn shaft, secure the assembly using the supplied 12mm screws. Add the supplied batteries and initiate a self-check with the program button. Install the strike plate in the jamb and check the bolt opens smoothly, using a hammer and chisel to adjust the recess if needed.

5 Snap the door sensor to fit and position the jamb sensor so they’re no more than 20mm apart. Plug in the wi-fi hub and register the lock in the app to activate the warranty, following the prompts to set up codes, fingerprint access, video capture and to operate from a smartphone. TOP LEFT Hume ‘Linear XLR160’ 2340mm x 1200mm x 40mm entrance door in Translucent Glass, $2,036, I/N: 0082451†, painted in Taubmans ‘Ultimate Enamel’ semi gloss paint in Glowing Bars, $60.90/1L, I/N: 0147149. Lane 620mm x 600mm x 40mm x 20mm square pull handle in Black, $126, I/N: 4020909. Sansevieria plant in Northcote Pottery ‘Precinct Lite’ 60cm trough planter in White, $74.53, I/N: 2831988 (plant sold separately). 114cm x 45cm PVC backed plain outdoor coir mat in Natural, $15, I/N: 0198059. All other products, stylist’s own.

You can also organise with Bunnings to have your new smart lock installed by a licensed locksmith. Simply select a compatible door lock in store, grab an installation voucher then head to the Special Orders Desk to pay and arrange an install date.

Keep in mind...

n This particular smart lock requires connection via the Lockly app for video functions to work with a smartphone or device, and it’s also compatible with Google Assistant or Amazon Alexa. Check that you have a suitable device and can install the appropriate app before purchasing your smart lock.

Safety in sight

Invest in industry-leading eufy security for a complete network to protect your home

You can’t be in two places at once, so it’s lucky that keeping a close eye on your home is as easy as reaching for your smartphone. With eufy’s revolutionary security ecosystem, you can monitor and control everything using the eufy app on your phone – from your cameras to your front-door lock.

You won’t need to pay a cent for cloud subscriptions, either – eufy cameras support local storage onboard or when networked to the HomeBase hub. Protect your home like never before with the ultimate home security range, proud winner of the Canstar Blue award for Most Satisfied Customers in the Home Security category.

BEST OF LOCK

Comprising a smart lock, doorbell and camera, eufy’s 3-in-1 Video Smart Lock won a prestigious Australian Good Design Award for 2022. Its 2K camera offers impeccable glare-free recordings even in the brightest sunlight, and infra-red illumination ensures sharp night-time viewing.

Enjoy key-free entry with fingerprint detection, and receive notifications when the unit is locked or unlocked. Thanks to onboard storage in the chime module, you don’t have to pay for cloud services, while military-grade encryption keeps your footage and data safe.

STAR ATTRACTION

Forget grainy night vision – the eufy 4G Starlight Camera is the first 4G security cam to pair Starlight Night Vision with ultra-crisp 2K HD for fullcolour viewing at night. This completely self-contained unit doesn’t even need wi-fi – just install a 4G nano SIM with a data plan (not included) and stream footage directly to your phone. The camera starts recording when it senses movement, and features advanced AI that can reduce unwanted alerts triggered by animals or vehicles when Human Detection Mode is enabled. The 4G Starlight Camera is built for the outdoors and ideal for the security of worksites. Its IP67 weather-proof rating withstands rain, storms, dust and extreme temperatures.

SMALL WONDER

At just 95mm tall, the eufy Indoor Cam Mini 2K Pan and Tilt is about the height

TOUCH BASE

The Video Smart Lock uniquely combines a 2K camera with advanced video doorbell technology and fast fingerprint detection in one device

of a credit card yet this tiny, discreet device can be set to track movement it detects. By panning and tilting, it can keep the action in frame – or even identify where a sound is coming from – and pivot to focus on what it ‘hears’. Install a microSD card (sold separately) to store a massive 128GB of footage, and connect the Cam Mini 2K to your home’s wi-fi to stream video to your phone.

SAVED BY THE BELL

VISION STATEMENT

Get a full HD view of anyone approaching your home thanks to the eufy Video Doorbell 1080P with Mini-Repeater. Exclusive to Bunnings, this kit includes a 16GB SD card to record video in the chime module – so if the doorbell unit is tampered with, the evidence remains securely indoors.

The ingenious low-power connection between the doorbell and the chime means you get up to 120 days of viewing from a single charge. Plus, using two-way audio and app connectivity, you can talk to whoever’s out front – and ward off unwanted visitors – even when you’re not home.

With an astonishing battery life of up to 365 days per charge, the eufyCam Plus is IP67 weatherproof to withstand harsh outdoor conditions, and features a Sony Starvis sensor for exceptional clarity in low light. The eufyCam Plus kit, exclusive to Bunnings, is available with either two or four cameras, and includes eufy HomeBase as well as a bonus door/window sensor. HomeBase lets you effortlessly connect to Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa or Apple HomeKit, stream video to your phone, and record up to 2000 minutes of footage onboard.

Keep a close eye all around your home using the eufyCam 2C kit, comprising two or four cameras and eufy HomeBase. You can also purchase optional add-on cameras, as well as sensors to detect motion or doors/windows being opened, and network the whole system via the HomeBase hub. The feature-packed cameras include IP67 weatherproofing, an expansive 135° viewing angle and military-grade encryption for secure streaming and storage. And its human-detection AI means you’ll only be notified when a person approaches; pets or passing cars won’t activate an alert.

1 Eufy Security ‘4G Starlight’ camera, $499, I/N: 0385500† . 2 Eufy Security battery powered 1080P video doorbell with mini-repeater and 16GB SD Card, $179, I/N: 0238993. 3 Eufy Security ‘EufyCam 2C’ camera plus HomeBase, available as a 2 pack, $409, I/N: 0297033, 4 pack, $599, I/N: 0297035, and as an add-on, $189, I/N: 0298409 (camera only). 4 Eufy Security ‘EufyCam Plus’ camera plus HomeBase and entry sensor kit, available as a 2 pack, $549, I/N: 0188147, and a 4 pack, $999, I/N: 0188149. 5 Eufy Security ‘Indoor Cam Mini 2K Pan and Tilt’ camera, $109, I/N: 0385503† . 6 Eufy Security video smart lock, $799, I/N: 0385502.

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