Unsecured cabinet doors fly open during earthquakes, allowing glassware and dishes to crash to the floor. Many types of latches are available to prevent this.
Pull / Throwover – Screws to the front of cabinet doors.
Push Latch – A base attaches with screws on the inner shelf, and a small peg is attached to the back of the door. The base holds the peg until the door is pushed inward.
Child Proof Latch – Most install using strong adhesives, close automatically, and release by pulling the door open slightly and lifting a release latch.
SeismoLatch™ – Installed using peel-n-stick high-bond adhesive; latch falls into place during earthquake shaking.
Hook and Eye – Inexpensive; you may not close it every time.
Standard Latch – Mounts to the front of the door; you may not close it every time.
