First impressions? These latches are way sturdier than I expected for the price. The stainless steel feels solid, and the white finish gives a clean, modern look that blends well with my barn-style closet doors.

Installation was mostly painless – the rotating design and included screws made it easy, though I did have to get creative with alignment on my slightly uneven door frame (pro tip: use a pencil to mark screw holes before drilling!). One latch arrived slightly bent, but a quick fix with a screwdriver had it working perfectly.

Where these really shine? Pet-proofing. My curious cat used to nudge open my bifold closet doors daily. These latches stopped that behavior immediately – the horizontal slide action provides just enough resistance. They’ve also worked wonders on my wine cabinet (nosy toddlers, beware!).

The lack of a installation template is annoying – I ended up making my own from cardboard. But once installed, the screws bite deep and feel incredibly secure. For under $20, these deliver exceptional value if you don’t mind minor DIY adjustments.