--- product_id: 12298967 title: "Cardinal Gates Door Guardian Home Security Door Reinforcement Lock for Inward Swinging Doors - Child Proof Lock Front Door - Extra Lock for Home from Inside - USA Based - Black" brand: "cardinal gates" price: "VT12251" currency: VUV in_stock: true reviews_count: 8 category: "Cardinal Gates" url: https://www.desertcart.vu/products/12298967-cardinal-gates-door-guardian-home-security-door-reinforcement-lock-inward store_origin: VU region: Vanuatu --- # 12x stronger than deadbolt Designed for inward swinging doors Easy screw-in installation Cardinal Gates Door Guardian Home Security Door Reinforcement Lock for Inward Swinging Doors - Child Proof Lock Front Door - Extra Lock for Home from Inside - USA Based - Black **Brand:** cardinal gates **Price:** VT12251 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🔐 Lock in peace of mind with style and strength! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Cardinal Gates Door Guardian Home Security Door Reinforcement Lock for Inward Swinging Doors - Child Proof Lock Front Door - Extra Lock for Home from Inside - USA Based - Black by cardinal gates - **How much does it cost?** VT12251 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.vu](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/12298967-cardinal-gates-door-guardian-home-security-door-reinforcement-lock-inward) ## Best For - cardinal gates enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted cardinal gates brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Sleek, Discreet Design:** Available in 6 finishes including matte black, it blends seamlessly with your door’s décor without looking bulky or intrusive. - • **Unmatched Security Strength:** Built from rugged metal, this lock is 12 times stronger than a standard deadbolt, ensuring your home stays secure against forced entry. - • **Effortless One-Handed Operation:** Slide and rotate the lock with ease—perfect for busy parents needing quick, reliable childproofing. - • **Professional-Grade Installation:** Mounts securely with supplied screws and a simple drill, fitting perfectly on inward swinging doors with angled frames. - • **Versatile Child & Senior Safety:** Prevents toddlers and dementia patients from wandering, doubling as a trusted safety device for your loved ones. ## Overview The Cardinal Gates Door Guardian is a premium door reinforcement lock designed exclusively for inward swinging doors. Crafted from rugged metal, it offers 12 times the strength of a deadbolt, providing superior security and childproofing. Easy to install and operate with one hand, it prevents unauthorized exits by toddlers and seniors while complementing any home décor with six finish options. Trusted since 1993, this USA-based product delivers professional-grade safety and peace of mind. ## Description The door guardian effectively childproofs your exterior doors, providing peace of mind for you and your family. This lock resists forced entry and effectively secures, reinforces and childproofs exterior doors. Use the door guardian on any exterior or basement door. The door guardian helps prevent wandering in groups like sleepwalking children and seniors who require supervision. Recognized as" one of the best new child safety products" by the national safe kids campaign in washington, D.C., the door guardian works double duty as both a security device and as a childproofing lock. Durable and attractive, the heavy duty door guardian features rugged metal construction which will complement any decor. Available in 6 finishes, this model is black. Review: Works Well for Our Needs - Like many items, this was needed for a very specific scenario. This works well for my door and what we use it for. It is installed on a front door to a residence and it is positioned about 5ft off the ground at chest/head level. This door guardian's purpose is to keep toddlers from opening the front door and walking outside without permission. I think this would also work well for security to keep people from entering into the home... when you "lock" the guardian into place it is extremely secure and would require force enough to splinter wood and break the actual door-frame in order to get it removed forcefully. The way the guardian is designed actually makes the lock stronger when the door is shut, because the mounting bracket is placed between the door and the door-frame. Installation was pretty easy. I chose to use 1 different screw than the "pilot" one they gave me simply to have a different screw-head. I played with the configuration briefly, figured out how it installs, and tried to determine the ideal position for our uses. As I mentioned, out of reach of toddlers - so about 5ft high just for convenience and so we didn't look like paranoid people by having 3 locks all stacked on top of eachother (doorknob, deadbolt, door guardian). With it positioned UP on the door-frame a little more, this looks neat, professional, and out of the way. We probably will not use this product very often, only in safeguarding scenarios for toddlers when we know they can't be constantly monitored. But, it is very nice to have this convenient, small, and out of the way product attached to my door now so it is there when we need it. TLDR: Toddler is tall enough to open front door. Placed this 5ft up and can now use this as a safeguard to prevent unauthorized exits. Review: Keeps your little ones inside - The Door Guardian is a great product for keeping little ones inside a home. We have one installed on our front door and it is very effective and easy to use. So how is this different than a standard flip lock, which may cost around 1/4 the price of the Door Guardian? We have several of these standard locks and will use them when lock certainty is less important. First a standard flip lock uses shorter screws, limiting the security of the attachment to the door jam. Sure you could buy extra screws for the flip lock, but that is an extra step and does costs extra (still nowhere near the Door Guardian cost). Two, the Door Guardian is made with much more robust steel - I can't speak to the steel quality, but the lock has substantially more metal, which I must assume adds to the stability of the device. Third the closure mechanism is more solid. I have found standard flip locks can be rattled out of position is the door has enough play. Beyond security, the Door Guardian offers better aesthetics than a standard flip lock. Also the Door Guardian seems less likely to cause damage to the door that is being locked. Additionally, the Door Guardian can be used with door frames that flare out (where the wood thickness increases as you move away from the door). This is due to the fact that a standard flip lock needs to open to about 270 degrees (or to parallel to the wall - or in the opposite position to closed when mounted). The Door Guardian has an angle built into the device that allows it to sit on these angled frames. If you are confused by this explanation, please Google "Door Guardian installation instructions", find a PDF instruction manual, and look at figure 2B. I have been unable to attach a standard flip lock on these types of door frames without damaging the frame (becuase the frame prevents the lock from opening all the way). The last thing I would say about the Door Guardian is that it has a very easy one-handed operation. Standard flip locks are very easy to use as well, but I have found the Door Guardian a little bit easier to operate. Installation requires a 1/8" inch drill bit for the two larger screws. If your door does not have enough space for the screw plate, which is 1/16" inch, you may have to chisel off some material from the door frame to recess the screw plate. A short explanation of this: pencil the boarder of the screw plate on the door frame; remove the screw plate and use a chisel and hammer to create a 1/16" inch groove along the inside of the boarder that you penciled in; chisel in a grid of grooves in the inside of the boarder; and chisel away the interior of the grooved area moving from the boarder groove inward until all the material is gone. The grooves will prevent splintering and removal of excess door frame. ## Features - ENHANCED DOOR SECURITY: Secure door locks for kids safety prevent unwanted exits from your home. Doubles as a extra security device and a childproofing lock. Good for dementia patients. Works with inward swinging doors only. - EASY TO USE: The child proof door lock effectively secures, reinforces, and childproofs exterior doors. The locking mechanism slides out and rotates out of the way, and easily snaps back into place to block the door. - SIMPLE INSTALLATION - These child safety locks for doors install into your door jamb using the supplied screws, using a drill for a pilot hole and a screwdriver. Install at least 6 inches from any pre-installed locking device or door knob. - RUGGED METAL CONSTRUCTION - Our security door lock is 12 times stronger than a deadbolt. Can't be unlocked from the other side of the door. Available in 6 finishes to complement any décor - US BASED COMPANY - Cardinal Gates has been in business since 1993 and is based outside of Atlanta GA. We are a small business that prides itself on the quality of both its products and its customer service. You can trust us with all your safety needs ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B00CE8C5LI | | Best Sellers Rank | #73,488 in Tools & Home Improvement ( See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement ) #153 in Door Latches & Bolts | | Brand Name | Cardinal Gates | | Color | Black | | Customer Reviews | 4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars (3,096) | | Finish Types | antique, satin | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00635035300995 | | Manufacturer | Cardinal Gates | | Manufacturer Part Number | DG01-BL | | Model Number | DG01-BK | | Mount Type | Under Door Mount | | Number of Pieces | 1 | | Product Style | Antique | | UPC | 885671380657 885479560275 635035300995 885606194366 786417114966 885279418424 885562893679 885569672697 | | Unit Count | 1.00 Count | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Cardinal Gates - **Color:** Black - **Finish Type:** antique, satin - **Global Trade Identification Number:** 00635035300995 - **Manufacturer:** Cardinal Gates - **Mounting Type:** Under Door Mount - **Number of Pieces:** 1 - **Style:** Antique ## Images ![Cardinal Gates Door Guardian Home Security Door Reinforcement Lock for Inward Swinging Doors - Child Proof Lock Front Door - Extra Lock for Home from Inside - USA Based - Black - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61s9yvEosaL.jpg) ![Cardinal Gates Door Guardian Home Security Door Reinforcement Lock for Inward Swinging Doors - Child Proof Lock Front Door - Extra Lock for Home from Inside - USA Based - Black - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81Hunq+Pr1L.jpg) ![Cardinal Gates Door Guardian Home Security Door Reinforcement Lock for Inward Swinging Doors - Child Proof Lock Front Door - Extra Lock for Home from Inside - USA Based - Black - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/810u3TwcQrL.jpg) ![Cardinal Gates Door Guardian Home Security Door Reinforcement Lock for Inward Swinging Doors - Child Proof Lock Front Door - Extra Lock for Home from Inside - USA Based - Black - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/21+gM484uLL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Color** options. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Works Well for Our Needs *by T***S on August 10, 2023* Like many items, this was needed for a very specific scenario. This works well for my door and what we use it for. It is installed on a front door to a residence and it is positioned about 5ft off the ground at chest/head level. This door guardian's purpose is to keep toddlers from opening the front door and walking outside without permission. I think this would also work well for security to keep people from entering into the home... when you "lock" the guardian into place it is extremely secure and would require force enough to splinter wood and break the actual door-frame in order to get it removed forcefully. The way the guardian is designed actually makes the lock stronger when the door is shut, because the mounting bracket is placed between the door and the door-frame. Installation was pretty easy. I chose to use 1 different screw than the "pilot" one they gave me simply to have a different screw-head. I played with the configuration briefly, figured out how it installs, and tried to determine the ideal position for our uses. As I mentioned, out of reach of toddlers - so about 5ft high just for convenience and so we didn't look like paranoid people by having 3 locks all stacked on top of eachother (doorknob, deadbolt, door guardian). With it positioned UP on the door-frame a little more, this looks neat, professional, and out of the way. We probably will not use this product very often, only in safeguarding scenarios for toddlers when we know they can't be constantly monitored. But, it is very nice to have this convenient, small, and out of the way product attached to my door now so it is there when we need it. TLDR: Toddler is tall enough to open front door. Placed this 5ft up and can now use this as a safeguard to prevent unauthorized exits. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Keeps your little ones inside *by S***M on October 1, 2012* The Door Guardian is a great product for keeping little ones inside a home. We have one installed on our front door and it is very effective and easy to use. So how is this different than a standard flip lock, which may cost around 1/4 the price of the Door Guardian? We have several of these standard locks and will use them when lock certainty is less important. First a standard flip lock uses shorter screws, limiting the security of the attachment to the door jam. Sure you could buy extra screws for the flip lock, but that is an extra step and does costs extra (still nowhere near the Door Guardian cost). Two, the Door Guardian is made with much more robust steel - I can't speak to the steel quality, but the lock has substantially more metal, which I must assume adds to the stability of the device. Third the closure mechanism is more solid. I have found standard flip locks can be rattled out of position is the door has enough play. Beyond security, the Door Guardian offers better aesthetics than a standard flip lock. Also the Door Guardian seems less likely to cause damage to the door that is being locked. Additionally, the Door Guardian can be used with door frames that flare out (where the wood thickness increases as you move away from the door). This is due to the fact that a standard flip lock needs to open to about 270 degrees (or to parallel to the wall - or in the opposite position to closed when mounted). The Door Guardian has an angle built into the device that allows it to sit on these angled frames. If you are confused by this explanation, please Google "Door Guardian installation instructions", find a PDF instruction manual, and look at figure 2B. I have been unable to attach a standard flip lock on these types of door frames without damaging the frame (becuase the frame prevents the lock from opening all the way). The last thing I would say about the Door Guardian is that it has a very easy one-handed operation. Standard flip locks are very easy to use as well, but I have found the Door Guardian a little bit easier to operate. Installation requires a 1/8" inch drill bit for the two larger screws. If your door does not have enough space for the screw plate, which is 1/16" inch, you may have to chisel off some material from the door frame to recess the screw plate. A short explanation of this: pencil the boarder of the screw plate on the door frame; remove the screw plate and use a chisel and hammer to create a 1/16" inch groove along the inside of the boarder that you penciled in; chisel in a grid of grooves in the inside of the boarder; and chisel away the interior of the grooved area moving from the boarder groove inward until all the material is gone. The grooves will prevent splintering and removal of excess door frame. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ MUST-HAVE TO KEEP KIDDOS SAFE FROM THEMSELVES AND OTHER KIDS/ADULTS *by S***Y on April 12, 2019* I take reviews very seriously, especially when it comes to child-safety products, so I wanted to use this for a little bit before writing anything. As a new parent, I've researched a ton of baby-proofing items and just kind of stumbled across this one day when trying to find a good solution to keep bigger kids that come to visit from being able to open the basement door for our 1 year old. This product is AMAZING! It literally took me 3 minutes or less to install. The middle screw is pretty genius and helps you find the right place to secure it to the frame without you messing up and putting a hundred holes in your door frame; it works in a way that allows you to "test drive" the spot you chose by opening and closing the door several times before securing the other 2 screws. It's also really nice that you can install this all the way at the top of the door (or wherever you want) like we did. That way, visiting kids can't open the door (and leave it open for our son to fall down the stairs) without an adult's help. There is a tiny gap between our door and the frame so I thought I would have to chisel out a little bit to make room to attach the device, but that was not the case. My only complaint, which I read in other reviews, is that the screws aren't that great. They come with 2 sets (1 longer and 1 shorter) so you can pick the size that's best for your door frame. My issue is that the screw heads stripped pretty bad from a simple installation. I was able to get them in ok, but you might want to use different (better) screws when you install it. This thing keeps the door super secure and can easily be opened with one hand. It's super strong and the door doesn't budge. I will definitely be buying one of these for the door that leads from the house into the garage, and the front door as well. It's well worth spending $15 to keep your kids safely inside. Obviously it works to keep people out as well, but that's not my sole use for this item. If my opinion changes on this product, I'll provide an update. For now, I love this thing and I'm buying 2 more. ## Frequently Bought Together - Cardinal Gates Door Guardian - Door Lock Security & Door Reinforcement for Inward Swinging Doors - Child Safety Locks for Doors - Black - Cardinal Gates Door Guardian - Door Lock Security & Door Reinforcement for Inward Swinging Doors - Child Safety Locks for Doors - White --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.vu/products/12298967-cardinal-gates-door-guardian-home-security-door-reinforcement-lock-inward](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/12298967-cardinal-gates-door-guardian-home-security-door-reinforcement-lock-inward) --- *Product available on Desertcart Vanuatu* *Store origin: VU* *Last updated: 2026-05-09*