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VILA locks hardware trading dragon mart branch
International City
VILA Locks Hardware Trading is a locks and door-hardware supplier in International City, with its Dragon Mart 1 shop in EAI-01. Reviews point to a useful selection of smart locks, cabinet handles and replacement lock cylinders, with staff often helping customers choose and fit the right hardware.
Reputation Score
4.9
★★★★★
217 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Wide selection
Customers mention a broad choice of door, wardrobe and kitchen handles, plus many locking and door solutions.
Cylinder guidance
For a replacement cylinder, staff explained what to measure and how to replace it, making the purchase easier for a non-specialist.
Bulk orders
A hotel buyer reported purchasing 125 lock cylinders with fast service and no jamming when turning.
Hard-to-copy keys
The flat computer key was noted as difficult to copy; a master key could also be made for an additional cost.
App help
One customer received patient guidance on using the Duya app, useful if your smart-lock setup needs software help.
Card payment
A review says the shop accepts Visa card payments, which can be handy when buying in Dragon Mart.
Tips for a Better Visit
Confirm fees. Ask about delivery charges before paying; one review says a 32-dirham fee was disclosed only afterward.
Measure first. For a replacement cylinder, take the lock measurements or ask the shop what to measure before choosing a replacement.
Ask for reset. If you buy a smart lock, ask for password-reset guidance; one customer shared a reset video after receiving support.
Consider bulk. For a hotel or larger project, ask about bulk cylinder orders and master-key options; a review covers 125 cylinders.
Check WhatsApp. If you need pre-purchase advice, compare the chat response with in-store help; one WhatsApp enquiry about cylinders ended without a purchase.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Dragon mart
Warsan First - Dubai International City, Dubai
| Mon | 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Tue | 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Wed | 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Thu | 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Fri | 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Sat | 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Sun | 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
Common Concerns
Staff manner
One recent customer reported that a manager raised his voice, dismissed questions and told them to buy elsewhere.
WhatsApp tone
A customer found the WhatsApp replies impolite and decided not to buy the lock cylinders.
Delivery fee
One customer said a 32-dirham delivery fee was not mentioned before ordering.
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The Bottom Line
VILA Locks Hardware Trading is a practical stop in International City for door and cabinet hardware, located at Dragon Mart 1, shop EAI-01. Customers mention smart locks, cabinet handles, door handles and replacement lock cylinders, so it suits both a small home repair and a larger hardware purchase. The useful difference here is the product guidance.
One customer was shown what to measure before replacing a lock cylinder, while another received patient help with the Duya app. Smart-lock support also appears in the reviews: when a lock developed a problem, the shop responded at midnight and replaced it the next morning. A hotel buyer reported purchasing 125 cylinders quickly, with flat computer keys described as difficult to copy and a master-key option available for extra cost.
Prices are repeatedly described as reasonable, and Visa payment is mentioned. Still, confirm every charge before ordering: one customer said a 32-dirham delivery fee had not been explained upfront. Communication is not consistently praised either; a WhatsApp enquiry was described as impolite, and another recent review reports a manager raising his voice and telling the customer to buy elsewhere.
For the smoothest visit, bring measurements, ask about delivery fees and clarify smart-lock setup or reset instructions before paying.