Bathroom Door Latch

Bathroom door latches, indicator privacy bolts, sliding locks, and aldrop latches for bathroom and toilet doors — T21's bathroom door latch collection covers the full range of privacy hardware for bathroom doors in SS 304 and brass. Indicator bolts show vacant and engaged status from outside the door — the correct specification for shared bathrooms in Indian homes and commercial washrooms. Sliding latches provide simple one-handed privacy lock operation suited to standard bathroom door thicknesses from 25mm to 45mm. Shipped from Bengaluru.

What is the difference between an indicator bolt and a standard sliding latch for a bathroom door? An indicator bolt shows a colour signal — typically red for engaged and green for vacant — visible through a small window on the outer face of the fitting. This allows anyone outside the bathroom to know if it is in use without knocking. A standard sliding latch provides privacy from inside but gives no external indication of occupancy. Indicator bolts are the correct specification for shared bathrooms and commercial washrooms.

What material should I choose for a bathroom door latch in a high-humidity bathroom? SS 304 is the recommended material for bathroom door latches in India — it maintains smooth operation and resists surface rust in permanently humid environments. Brass latches with protective finishing also perform well. Avoid zinc alloy latches in bathrooms with poor ventilation as the base metal can oxidise and the sliding mechanism can stiffen over time.