Tuesday, 26 November 2013

Security Doors: Are They Really Secure?

Security doors are designed to withstand a number of attacks – from burglars, from machines and tools, from weapons, and from heat and water. But how secure are they?

The rating your door receives tells you what it has been proven to withstand: class 1 doors give you basic protection against excessive physical force, while class 6 doors are militarily rated, and are recommended for installation in bunkers and protected facilities. Levels 3 and 4 are the most common ratings for domestic security doors – beyond level 4, your door is rated as able to withstand armed attack.

We’ve taken a look at the specifications of the average security door, and matched them to the recommendations and experiences of the people who matter.  Read the full article here