These burglar barriers are made in a very stylish way
These screens are made of 22-gauge steel and are
red hot-dipped, galvanized and then bonderized and given a baked-on enamel finish. A 12 x 12 mesh of .28 of stainless steel offers tensile strength of over 800 lbs./linear inch.
The stainless steel mesh in security screens can resist cuts from a knife and other methods used in forced entry through open windows.
The wire is also available in different strengths, depending on your needs.
For instance, if you have a problem with upper-storey windows being broken, you might just want to install .023. This screen works well against vandals but is not as effective at preventing forced entry.
On lower floors, where bad guys have easier access, you will need to up your gauge to .028. And if you want to beef up your high-risk areas, you may want to take it to the next level and install .032 wire.
These burglar barriers are made in a very stylish way and certainly don’t give your home a Fort Knox look, which is why many homeowners like them.
From the outside, they give the appearance of tinted glass; from the inside, they’re barely noticeable, making them a nice alternative to security bars or grilles. The cost of installation is around $15 to $20 dollars per square foot.
If you do have a challenge from a burglar, these screens are built to take punishment and could potentially save you hundreds of dollars on glass replacement or insurance costs like deductibles and rising premiums.
