Highveld winters are hard on locks. Here's a five-minute maintenance routine.
Cold, dry air makes worn locks feel dramatically worse. A little maintenance goes a long way.
Dry graphite
Not oil — oil traps dust. Dry graphite lubricates cleanly.
Realign strike plates
Doors shrink and swell seasonally. A quick strike-plate adjustment saves the lock.
Cover exposed padlocks
A cheap silicone cover doubles their winter life.