At Fitter, we sell a multitude of composite doors for your property. Composite doors are well known for their security features, but how can they keep your home more secure? Read on to find out more.
We believe that you should always feel safe when living in your home. However, with burglaries on the rise in the UK, it has never been more important to keep safe against intruders.
Composite doors offer outstanding security levels, helping them become a popular choice with homeowners. They are more secure than uPVC doors because they are heavier, which makes them harder to break open. They combine the best of both timber and uPVC because they are made from a thick foam core that is covered in Glass Reinforced Plastic (GRP). This will make it inherently strong against toughened weather conditions because the material won’t rust, warp or fade throughout. A good thing to know about Glass Reinforced Plastic is that it is stronger than steel, increasing your double glazing for longer, being double the strength of uPVC.
A composite door will make your home safer and warmer because it is thermally efficient. The solid material will prevent warm air from escaping, while cold air will not enter your home. It keeps your home safe and warm over Christmas while also saving money on your energy bills. With the cost of living increasing, this is the perfect door for you.
Composite doors are extremely secure because they come available with multi point locking systems and anti drill techniques. The locking systems consist of two hooks, deadbolts, and shootbolts which will prevent intruders from breaking in. With most offences coming when burglars break through the front door, it is important to keep your composite door locked at all times.
Your front door will give you a high level of security for many years to come. The door keeps your home looking strong and secure for around 35 years, giving you excellent value for money. They are low maintenance because all you have to do is wipe them down with a damp cloth and soapy water, and they will look in pristine condition.
All our composite doors are equipped with double glazing so that they will stay strong against robust knocks. The glazing is fitted in tightly within the frame, meaning tools such as crowbars won’t be able to break in. This will boost your security massively.
There are other measures you can take to increase the security of your composite door. For example, add a spyhole on the front of the door to enable you to identify who will enter your home. And, if you include a deadbolt, it only locks from the inside of the door, keeping you safe for a long time. Additionally, you have the option to install screws around the hinges or the lock, which will make it impossible for intruders to kick the door down.
As we mentioned before, choosing a handle is very important. However, there are some things to consider when choosing a handle; for instance, go for something that complements the doors’ style. It should be easy for you to open without getting stuck, so you don’t have any security issues.
Your door will be used all the time, so that the hinge will deteriorate over the years. As it grows weaker, intruders could use this to break into your property. Hinges can be replaced easily, while the addition of hinge bolts will make them tighter, preventing burglars from kicking the door down.
Another way to improve the security of a composite door is the use of a strike plate. This metal plate will stop the door from being opened from the outside. Furthermore, adding a heavy duty strike plate on top will help increase security even more.
Security lights are ideal measures against intruders because it turns on whenever they come to the door. If you choose a motion sensor security light, it will monitor any movement that comes from outside. Installing one, it will ward off intruders easily because they have no place to hide.
We hope that you have found this article helpful when it comes to keeping your home safe and secure. Composite doors are the best choice for a safer home because their strength and the double glazing make it impossible for intruders to break into.
If you have any questions for us, we are more than happy to help you. Give our friendly team a ring on 01279 799818 or through our online contact form. We look forward to hearing from you soon.
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