Passage, Privacy or Dummy Knob? Choose Function First

Schlage’s function descriptions

• Privacy: for bedroom or bathroom doors where locking may be desired.
• Passage/closet: non-locking hardware for interior halls or closets.
• Dummy: an inactive, non-turning, surface-mounted pull or decorative item.

These are Schlage’s product categories. They do not establish that a particular item fits your door. Schlage’s function FAQ

Make the request door by door

Give each door a clear label in your notes. In separate fields, write the operation you want, the exact product identifier the supplier proposes, and the appearance you prefer. If the order only gives a collection name or finish, ask for the precise item before authorizing it. Keep the supplier’s reply with that door’s entry rather than applying one answer to the entire order.

For example, two matching finishes could conceal different requests: one door needs a passage function and another a privacy function. Confirm each item instead of ordering by appearance alone.

A useful order review ends with one agreed description for every item. Ask the supplier to mark anything still to be verified and identify who will answer it. If a substitution is proposed later, compare it with that agreed request before accepting the change. Do not assume an unspecified substitute provides the operation you asked for.

Keep the remaining decisions separate

Function labels do not settle security, accessibility, egress, permission or door-fit requirements. Ask the manufacturer or a qualified professional about the exact product and door, and confirm authority with the responsible owner or manager. Do not treat these descriptions as approval for exterior security or a required exit.

This is purchase planning. It gives no emergency-unlock, bypass, removal, drilling, adjustment or installation procedure. Use the exact manufacturer documentation and qualified help for questions beyond the order’s description.