Door Industry Journal - Winter 2019

120 THE door industry journal winter 2019 Also online at: www.dijonline.co.uk Locks & Building Hardware Secure Your Doors with IronmongeryDirect With the nights drawing in, it is an ideal time to remind customers of the importance of home security. Research shows that 70%1 of burglars break in through a door, therefore it is essential that main entry points to a property are properly secured. Jamie Johnson, Senior Category Manager at IronmongeryDirect, provides guidance on some of the top products from their extensive security range which can help keep front doors secure this winter… Latches and locks For properties with external timber doors, a simple way to tighten up security is by fitting a strong night latch. Specifically look for products which comply with British Standard 3621 such as the ERA® Double Locking Night Latch, which features a lockable internal handle, offering added protection against forced entry. To further protect main entry points from opportunistic burglars, a security rated cylinder is also highly recommended. A top choice is the Yale 3 Star Platinum Cylinder, which is TS007:2014 rated, meaning it’s anti-pick, anti-bump, anti-drill and even anti-snap. Get a handle on this Combining a star rated cylinder with a good-quality security handle will provide the best level of home protection against intruders. The Yale 2 Star Platinum Handle features chamfered edges and a cylinder guard to resist most forms of attack, including mole grip and cylinder manipulation. What’s more, this handle is crafted from marine-grade corrosion resistant steel, making it ideal for homes in coastal areas. In the frame To reinforce a door without the need for extra locks or bolts, consider installing a sturdy Birmingham Bar. The award- winning Kickstop Birmingham Bar – which is highly recommended by The Metropolitan Police and other security experts – has been designed to strengthen a door frame around its existing hinges. The multipurpose bar can be placed on either the interior or exterior side of an external door, helping to protect against chisel or crowbar attacks every time the door is closed. Finishing touches Over the years, traditional security products have evolved to offer a range of options which provide the ultimate level of security without compromising on style. For an ultra-modern appearance, look no further than the polished chrome Yale Security Letterplate. Not only does this letterplate have an external flap which opens to 147 degrees – allowing clear access for posting mail – it also comes complete with a security cowl to prevent against key fishing. Finish the look with a sleek door viewer, such as the Steelworx SWE1000 Door Viewer. Boasting crystal glass lenses and an impressive 180 degrees angle of vision, this viewer is also FD30 and FD60 rated without the use of intumescent seals - making it perfect for fire door applications. IronmongeryDirect, the UK’s largest supplier of architectural ironmongery, has a wide range of traditional and smart home security products available for next day delivery. For more information, visit IronmongeryDirect.com or call their team of specialist advisors on 0800 168 28 28.