How to Secure Awkward Windows: A Flexible Alternative to Made-to-Measure Security BarsHow to Secure Awkward Windows: A Flexible Alternative to Made-to-Measure Security Bars

Need to secure an awkward or non-standard window? Discover how adjustable Adaptabar window security bars offer flexible, practical protection.

Not every window is a standard size, perfectly square or easy to protect. Garage windows, outbuildings, storerooms and less accessible windows can all present security challenges, particularly when conventional security grilles are expensive or require professional measuring and fitting.

Adaptabar adjustable window security bars offer a practical alternative, providing a robust physical barrier without the need to commission a bespoke grille.

Why are some windows difficult to secure?

Windows are often overlooked when improving property security, especially in garages, sheds, workshops, commercial storerooms, outbuildings and other areas away from the main property entrance.

The challenge is not always finding a suitable security product. It is finding one that fits the opening, can be installed securely and offers the right level of protection without unnecessary expense.

Made-to-measure grilles may be appropriate for some installations, but they can involve specialist measurements, manufacturing lead times and additional installation costs.

For many everyday security applications, a modular system, that can be readily installed by someone with basic DIY skills, can be a more straightforward solution.

A flexible solution for different window openings

The Adaptabar window security bar system from Insight Security uses telescopic steel bars that adjust to suit a range of window and glazed door openings.

Rather than relying on an exact, bespoke measurement, you select the appropriate size range and adjust each bar to fit. This makes Adaptabar particularly useful where window dimensions are not perfectly uniform.

Key benefits include:

• Adjustable sizing: telescopic bars accommodate different window opening heights.
• Two fixing options: choose face fixing over the window opening or reveal fixing within the window recess, depending on the installation.
• Modular protection: use individual bars or add optional lateral spacers to create a more connected window grille arrangement.
• DIY or professional installation: a practical option for property owners, facilities managers and installers.
• Ready availability: standard sizes are available from stock, avoiding the usual wait for a bespoke grille to be manufactured.

The durable, baked-on white finish also helps the bars blend into many indoor environments.

Where can adjustable window security bars be useful?

Adaptabar can help improve protection at a variety of vulnerable openings, including:

• Garages and workshops: deter access through windows that might not be overlooked.
• Sheds and outbuildings: add a physical security barrier to windows in detached or less frequently visited outbuildings.
• Commercial storerooms: strengthen window security in areas containing valuable tools, equipment or stock.
• Schools and sports facilities: help protect storage rooms, sports pavilions and other vulnerable windows.
• Shops, offices and hospitality premises: provide additional protection where window access presents a security weakness.

The appropriate Adaptabar configuration depends on the opening, the surrounding structure and the level of protection required.

How do you choose the right window security bars?

Before ordering, consider three things:

1. Measure the opening. Establish the height of the area you need to protect and select a telescopic bar size that covers the measurement. Check the available adjustment range rather than relying on an approximate size alone.
2. Choose the fixing method. Face-fix bars fit over the window opening, while reveal-fix bars fit within the window recess. The suitability of either option depends on the window, the surrounding masonry or frame, and the available fixing points.
3. Decide whether you need a grille arrangement. Individual bars may suit many applications. Optional lateral spacers connect bars to form a more structured grille and are recommended for maximum security or longer bars exceeding 1,372mm (54 inches).

Remember that window bars should be robustly attached to suitable structural material using appropriate security fixings. Static security bars must not obstruct emergency escape routes or prevent a window from serving as a required means of escape.

A straightforward way to improve window security

Protecting vulnerable windows need not mean commissioning an expensive, made-to-measure grille. For many domestic and commercial applications, Adaptabar adjustable security bars provide a flexible, practical way to easily add a physical barrier where it is needed.

Explore the Adaptabar window security bars range from Insight Security to compare sizes, fixing options and accessories, and find a solution suited to your property.

FAQ - Window Security Bars

Can I install window security bars myself?

Adaptabar is suitable for DIY or professional installation. The fixing method and suitability of the surrounding structure should be checked before installation.

Can individual window bars be joined to make a security grille?

Yes. Adaptabar bars can be combined with optional lateral spacers to create a more connected grille arrangement.

Where should window security bars be installed?

They can be suitable for vulnerable windows in homes, garages, outbuildings, storerooms and commercial premises. They must not obstruct required emergency escape routes.

Are adjustable security bars an alternative to made-to-measure grilles?

For many standard domestic and commercial applications, they offer a practical alternative that avoids bespoke manufacturing. More complex openings or specialist security requirements may still call for a purpose-designed system.

If you have any questions about window security or Adaptabar, or you have other security needs, remember we are here to help. Give us a call on 01273 957325 and we’ll provide you with free, expert advice.

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