Kwikset Pismo Privacy Door Knob
- Lock Type: Bed And Bath
- Indoor Outdoor Usage: Indoor
- Handle Compatibility: Universal
- Handle Attachment Mechanism: Turn Button
Last refreshed Sep 7, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A well-specified interior privacy knob backed by a Grade 1 rating and a lifetime warranty, a solid upgrade over a generic bathroom or bedroom knob.
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ASIN: B07R3CVVF7Category: Door Knobs
Overview
Kwikset's Pismo privacy knob locks from inside with a turn button and releases from outside with the included emergency tool, built for bedroom and bathroom doors. It carries BHMA Grade 1 certification for security, durability and finish.
This is an interior privacy knob, not a keyed exterior lock, so there is no outside key cylinder. The Grade 1 BHMA rating and lifetime warranty put it above typical builder-grade privacy knobs at a similar price point.
- Microban-treated hardware surface
- BHMA Grade 1 security, durability and finish rating
- Emergency unlock tool included in the box
- Adjustable latch backset 2-3/8 to 2-3/4 inches
Who it's for
Suits anyone replacing a bedroom or bathroom knob who wants a locking privacy function with commercial-grade certification behind it. Not a fit for an exterior door or anywhere a keyed knob is required.
Pros and cons
- BHMA Grade 1 certified for security, durability and finish
- Lifetime mechanical and finish warranty
- Adjustable latch fits standard door thicknesses
- Emergency unlock tool included for lockouts
- No keyed outside entry, so it's interior use only
Performance notes
The latch adjusts from a 2-3/8 to 2-3/4 inch backset and the knob fits standard doors 1-3/8 to 1-3/4 inches thick, installed with just a screwdriver. Locking is a simple inside turn button, and the included emergency tool releases it from outside if someone gets locked in or a child locks the door accidentally.
Where it stands among door knobs
- #2 most-searched brand and model of the 12 door knobs lines we track (by search demand, not sales).
From the specs of the 15 door knobs we list; not a test result.
Specifications
| Brand | Kwikset |
|---|---|
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Hand Orientation | Ambidextrous |
| Item Weight | 1.5 pounds |
| Item Depth | 2.4 inches |
| Item Dimensions L X W | 8.7 × 3.4 inches |
| Construction & materials | |
| Handle Material | Zinc |
| Finish Types | Matte Black |
| Exterior Finish | Matte Black |
| Color | Matte Black |
| Material Type | Zinc |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Handle Compatibility | Universal |
| Included components | |
| Customer Package Type | Standard Packaging |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Included Components | Pismo Knob |
| Other details | |
| Lock Type | Bed And Bath |
| Indoor Outdoor Usage | Indoor |
| Handle Attachment Mechanism | Turn Button |
| Shape | Square |
| Metal Type | Iron |
| Handle Type | Knob |
| Number Of Items | 1 |
| Projection Distance | 2.4 inches |
| Additional Features | Easy To Install |
| Style Name | Privacy |
| Specific Uses For Product | interior door |
| Item Type Name | Door Knob |
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Frequently asked questions
Can the Kwikset Pismo be locked from outside?
No, it's a privacy knob: lock it from inside with the turn button, and release it from outside with the included emergency tool if needed.
What door thickness fits the Pismo?
Standard doors 1-3/8 to 1-3/4 inches thick, with a latch that adjusts from a 2-3/8 to 2-3/4 inch backset.
What warranty does it carry?
Kwikset backs it with a lifetime mechanical and finish warranty.