The door security bar is constructed of heavy duty steel. One end is normally
u-shaped that wedges under the door handle and the other end has a rubber foot pad that grips firmly onto the surface of the floor without sliding or scratching the surface making it suitable for all types of floor coverings. The door security bar cannot be forced open or kicked in from the outside preventing any would be burglar from entering.
All door security bars work in the same manner and serve the same purpose. Most all of the door security bars are adjustable from 38 inches to 43 inches allowing it fit any size door. Different manufacturers offer styles of the door security bar that will vary slightly in how it is constructed and in appearance. Some are more durable and stand a better chance of keeping an intruder from entering. Other styles have an alarm built into the security door bar that will sound if someone attempts to open the door.
Advantages to a security door bar are that they are an affordable way to easily add protection that installs instantly. Because the security door bars are portable, you can easily take it with you when travel for added protection while staying in a motel or hotel. For non-homeowners the security door bar is an excellent product for added security. Many landlords and apartment complexes do not allow you to install security systems and in most cases drilling and installing any hardware is forbidden. The security door bar can give you and your family that added protection while keeping within your rental agreement making both you and your landlord happy.
Another type of a door security bar is made especially for sliding glass doors. A sliding glass door security bar installs easily by screwing the hinged bracket end to the sliding glass door frame and then screwing the saddle bracket to the fixed frame. The sliding glass door security bar is adjustable to fit any sized door. If you want to leave your sliding glass door partially opened to allow for a breeze, you can still use the adjustable door security bar to prevent the slider from opening any further. Some models of the sliding glass door security bar will not prevent an intruder from forcing the door open, but will prevent lifting of the door off of the tracks. All sliding glass door security bars come with all needed hardware and screws, the only thing that is required is a drill and a screwdriver.
No matter what type of door you have, a security door bar is an excellent way to get that extra protection. Security door bars are affordable making it possible to add one at every exterior door to your home, condo or apartment. They can be easily removed in case of an emergency by kicking the foot of the security door bar out from the door. Both the security door bar and the sliding glass security door bar are available at most hardware stores and online.
