Double Entry Door Reinforcement
Typically used on wood or metal doors that are 1 3 4 in.
Double entry door reinforcement. 3 7 8 in w x 4 1 2 in h stainless steel door reinforcer reinforcing plate. This helps prevent a forced entry. Accommodates key in knob locksets or deadbolts or combination locksets. Fbi statistics show that the majority of home break ins are caused by burglars kicking in the door.
Luckily this system is capable of securing double doors in a unique way by reinforcing the top and the bottom of the doors along with the locks and the hinges. In other words since there is no door jamb there is no strength at the center of the door. That article discusses the door reinforcement kit watch me install a door reinforcement kit on our youtube video french door reinforcement kit if you want to reinforce a double entry door you will need a special door reinforcement kit to do that. Long throw bolt see buying a deadbolt.
A secure entry starts with a solid door and a grade 1 or grade 2 deadbolt with a solid 1 in. Item 1183524 model 570161. This set includes 1 jamb shield 2 mini door shields 4 door hinge shields and a night lock. Check all exterior doors.
At the time of this writing they were not available on amazon anymore. This is a solid brass door reinforcer in this is a solid brass door reinforcer in a stainless steel finish. Double your door security for only 1 entry door reinforcement easiest way to improve the security of your front door for less than 1. Acme locksmith talks about the best inexpensive door reinforcement methods to reinforce an entry door.
A sturdy screwdriver or small pry bar can quickly bow the doorjamb enough to release the latch. Thick with mortise or drive in latches. French doors look great but offer the least resistance to door kick in attempts by burglars.