WINDOW LOCKS- BOKSBURG
OVERVIEW
If you're going to buy some window locks for your home then you better make sure that the ones you buy are compatible with your windows. Different windows have different designs, and different designs require different locks. Installing an incompatible lock on your windows may not only be a bad investment, they may even increase your security risks.
Remember that windows are often more popular as entry points than doors, which is why you should protect them with security devices that are well-suited to their particular characteristics. So if you want to know how to find the right window locks for your windows then the following buying guide will tell you what you need to know.
CASEMENT WINDOWS
First of all, let's talk about casement windows. These types of windows are usually made from timber, and they are attached to their frames by hinges at the side. Casement windows are relatively old window designs, and quite common among old homes.
It's also worth mentioning that casement windows feature lever handles which also function as their window locks. In other words, most casement windows already have built-in window locks, but you can improve upon this feature by installing a casement stay on their frames. An improved casement stay allows a casement window to hold its position when it is opened outward. On the other hand, they can also keep your windows secured while they are closed.
SASH WINDOWS
Sash windows consist of one or two movable panels that slide up or down to open. These panels function as frames to hold the sash window's glass panes whenever they are opened. However, the interesting thing about sash windows is that their panels contain springs and counterweights in order to hold the panels in various positions.
The ideal locks for these kinds of windows are specially made frame to frame bolts. These bolts help to secure both the inner and outer panels of window, thus preventing their movement once they are locked in a particular position. Additionally, try to ask your locksmith if he or she can improve the springs and counterweights of your sash windows to make them more secure.
UPVC WINDOWS
uPVC or Unplasticized Polyvinyl Chloride windows feature concealed locking systems in their frames. These locking systems allows you to lock your windows when you push down the handles. The great thing about this mechanism, however, is that it also gives you the option of locking handles when you want to lock your windows. What this means is that you can lock your uPVC windows using a key for added security.
Moreover, uPVC windows also have ventilation locks which allow you to lock your windows in a close position, while maintaining a small gap to allow air to go inside. In short, uPVC windows can be locked even when they are partially opened.
Given the nature of their features, uPVC windows don't really need locks. However, you can still upgrade their locks if you want. Various uPVC specific locks are available in the market, and they can help make your windows even more secure.
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