Good hardware does three things well. It pulls the sash or panel tight so seals compress correctly, it locks with solid engagement, and it keeps operating smoothly after years of daily use.
Anlin also builds security into the frame system. The catalogs call out lock hardware attached to metal reinforcement, plus a continuous interlocking rail intended to limit access to the lock area and reduce prying at the meeting rail.
When we look at a window or patio door package, we start with real-life questions:
One detail worth knowing, even-sightline frames include a built-in ventilation latch. It lets the window open a few inches while staying semi-secure.
Anlin window hardware starts with an everyday lock, then offers upgrades that increase closure force, reduce missed locks, or add intrusion resistance. The Pull-Tight Cam Lock, the optional True Action Lock with auto-locking behavior, and an optional 1/4-inch stainless steel sash deadbolt are offered for sliding windows.
Sliding and hung windows rely on consistent lock engagement to keep the sash square and pulled into the weatherstripping. If a window does not close tight, you feel it on a cold morning. Even-sightline frames include a ventilation latch for a small, semi-secure opening.
The Pull-Tight Cam Lock helps pull the sash snug into the frame, which helps seals do their job.
True Action Lock is an optional system that automatically locks when the sash is closed. If windows get opened every day and someone forgets to lock them, this upgrade targets that exact problem.
For sliding windows, an optional solid 1/4-inch stainless steel sash deadbolt adds extra security. This is only available only on sliding windows.
Finish availability varies by hardware option and window type.
Anlin door hardware focuses on secure locking geometry and parts that hold up under constant use.
Malibu sliding doors use two heavy-duty hooks that engage the keeper and lock at the jamb. Quad-Lock is an optional upgrade that adds two additional hooks for four locking points total. The Quad-Lock is not available in OXXO configurations, and the key lock is not available with Quad-Lock.
An optional solid 3/8-inch stainless steel deadbolt is also listed for added security on sliding patio doors.
Malibu Swinging French Doors use a three-point locking system plus a deadbolt. The keyed lock activates three solid metal posts at the top, middle, and bottom of the door, and the deadbolt adds another layer of security.
Traditional and Contemporary handle styles with standard and upgrade finish choices are available depending on configuration and handle style.
Common standard finishes include:
Additional finishes shown in the catalogs, often listed as upgrades depending on handle style and configuration:
Start with the problem you want to solve. Missed locks, higher security on a vulnerable opening, or a specific finish to match interior metals. Standard hardware covers typical use. Upgraded hardware adds features like auto-locking behavior, stainless steel deadbolts, and multi-point engagement.
Keep it simple. Pick the openings that need the most security, match the lock style to how that opening gets used, then choose finishes.
Most hardware questions come down to applicability and expectations. Some upgrades only apply to specific operating styles, like the sliding-window-only sash deadbolt. Other upgrades change how you use the opening every day, like auto-locking windows or multi-point door locks. These FAQs clarify what is available and when it makes sense to pay for it.
