Clearview Door Panels - Preparing Your Home For Winter
As autumn draws near, Clearview is busy helping homeowners prepare their homes for winter with replacement front doors and back doors. Burglars usually target older doors since they are easier to gain entry through.
With the bifolding doors in aluminium, Bromley residents can seamlessly connect their homes with the garden. The glazed panels act as insulation, preventing the loss of heat and transfer of cold.
Multi-point locking systems
A secure door is an important part of any property. Installing a multipoint lock system will increase the security of your home. Multipoint locks feature deadbolts on multiple points across the door panel, unlike traditional single-point locks. This makes them much harder to be hacked into and provides you with peace of mind knowing that your home is secure from unwanted burglars.
Multipoint locks are made available by many different manufacturers and can be fitted on french doors, single entry doors and sliding doors. Some systems have a central deadbolt and a live bolt, with hook bolts near the top and bottom of the door panels. These can be locked with a handle or key. The locking points are then swiveled to create an airtight seal.
Choosing the appropriate multipoint lock system for your home will rely on a variety of factors. Take into consideration the level of security you need as well as the lifestyle of your family and their needs. If you have children who are small, a lock which is simple to use for them, but is difficult to use for intruders to access, might be the best choice.
Multipoint locking systems that have high security and insurance approval are a great option to increase the security of your home. They are also great for increasing energy efficiency as they form a more secure seal to keep out cold air and rain.
Sash jammers
Sash jammers are a well-known additional security feature for windows and doors. They can be fitted to either inward or outward opening uPVC doors and windows. They are an easy-to-fit, inexpensive option to enhance your home's security. They are easy to operate, requiring only one turn of the Jammer Arm locking or releasing the sash.
They're a good burglar deterrent as they provide an extra obstacle for burglars to overcome when they attempt to gain entry into your home. They also prevent windows from being opened in a forced entry scenario, protecting your home from potential burglars who might try to use the window for an escape route in case they are they were caught inside.
Sash Jammers are also useful in protecting your uPVC door or window from being pushed open by children, pets or other guests. They are easy to install and removed by a simple twist of the arm, which will provide peace of mind for your family members.
There are both non-locking and locking sash jammers on the market therefore it is crucial to find out which one is suitable for you. You should consider a premium key locking version, as it's more secure and is only operated from outside. If you're unsure of which sash jammer you should choose make sure you consult an experienced locksmith. They'll be able provide advice and suggestions that are appropriate for your home.
Glazing options
The glazing on your windows and doorways plays a major role in the thermal performance of your home, in addition to security and how much light it allows into your Bromley & Croydon property. Albion Windows offer their South London customers a range of modern glass options from Planitherm that use exclusive coatings and laminated layers that provide these advantages.
Our energy standard glass offers excellent levels of thermal efficiency to your home. This glass features a microscopic coating that reflect solar heat and also reflects radiant energy.
The most effective way to increase the efficiency of your home's heating system is by increasing the amount of glass that is placed on your front and rear doors. bromley windows is because the triple and double glass doors are constructed with an air pocket that can hold and capture hot and cold air to help insulate your Bromley and Croydon properties.
Mr Mailey Mr Mailey, who lives in Bromley, wanted to replace his old timber front door with a modern one. He didn't want the appearance of his home to be damaged. Clearview created his new French door with frames made of sturdy aluminium and 4mm toughened glasses with an argon-filled cavity to provide excellent insulation. He chose Comfort Plus glass, which helps reduce noise and protect furniture from fading due to UV radiation.
Final touches
Homeowners are considering making some improvements before winter comes. James Mailey, from Bromley in London, contacted Clearview to inquire about what new French doors would be the best for his home.
The team developed a pair of 3 panel doors, with frames made of strong aluminium, and toughened glass. The glass was also equipped with an argon cavity that has excellent insulation properties.
Mr. Mailey picked an overlay stained glass panel instead of the previous style that involved fixing small pieces of fragile tempered glass together using "H" lead strips that were soldered into place. Overlay stained glass is more durable and provides an extremely high security level in addition to providing an aesthetic upgrade.