Security Doors from the inside out

The perfect security door is a winning combination of aesthetically pleasing design and rated security measures – for example, blast or shot proof glass and folded steel tested to withstand attack from professional burglary tools. Weak points such as hinges and door frames are manufactured and installed to resist intrusion. High grade locking mechanisms secure the door leaf (the moving part of the door) through multiple locking points. But what’s actually under the hood? If you’ve ever wondered what makes security doors secure, read on...

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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

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