Burglar Bars vs. Security Mesh - Choosing the Right Defense for Your Home!
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- čas přidán 20. 02. 2024
- Discover the ultimate guide to fortifying your property! 🛡️🏠 Burglar bars or security mesh? In this video, we break down the differences, from materials and aesthetics to installation and visibility. Whether you seek a visible deterrent or a discreet security solution, we've got you covered. Watch now to make an informed decision and take the first step towards a safer, more secure home or business. Your peace of mind starts here! #HomeSecurity #SecurityMesh #BurglarBars #SecurityComparison #BuildingInGhana
This video is not just informative but very much needed. An alternative to burglar bars seemed unlikely but this video has made it possible. We will definitely be consulting with you when we get to windows. 🪟 Kudos brother. This is good research, this is good information.
Thanks for the support, Nana Yaw! I’m glad this was informative. My research didn’t go to waste 😄
Hi my brother, you are a man of my own heart. I myself refuse to be burnt alive in my own home. As someone coming to Ghana to build, that has been one of my biggest fears. Thank you so much for sharing this great information. If there are other liked minded individuals who are doing their build and like this solution they should join with you. Products will be much cheaper the more you buy the less you will pay. I have subscribed so i may follow you on your journey. Thank you again.
Well said! Thanks for joining us on this journey. The numbers thing you mentioned is very vital. I burn both sides of the candle trying to make sure I get “tomorrow” materials/products at reasonable prices rather than being asked to use “yesterday” materials.
You raise a good one. Maybe I need to ask other who are working on windows right now and want to explore this with me for a bulk shipment type setup so we can share the cost in a more bearable way. Thank you again for watching, commenting and subscribing !
This video bought to life discussions I have with my husband constantly.. We are yet to start our build, but I also hate the look and idea of burglar proof bars.
Thanks so much, you have a new subscriber 😊
I appreciate the support! You are in a better position than most - research now so when you are ready to go, you know exactly what to go for. I will be posting updates on my project and also sharing more research findings as time goes on so toggle all post notifications so you don’t miss them.
I've been advocating the security screens for years....additionally a great business opportunity for local entrepreneurs to get in an industry where they could produce a product of quality at a price markedly less expensive than imports.
You are right about the potential for local business. Where there is “chaos”, there is tremendous business opportunities. Unfortunately, the general market might not be able to afford these screens so they go for what is “more affordable”. To add to that, there is always this reluctance to learning new technologies and techniques from artisans.
Thanks TREMENDOUSLY for sharing these security alternatives, my Brother!!! I too absolutely refuse to return to the Motherland and live behind bars!!!
Pleasure is mine, brother. You are definitely not alone.
As always you are giving us insight into more innovative ways to protect our homes.
Yessir! Filling the gaps I find in the space as much as I can. I appreciate the encouragement too, gives me motivation to keep sharing what I learn along this journey
There’s a company that has the mesh in Ghana they call it King Kong mesh. I’m not sure how strong theirs is but it’s definitely in Ghana and it’s even incorporated into the windows and they will install it as well. The name of the company is Inter Africa Glass, a lot of African Americans building in Ghana use their windows instead of the burglar bars.
Wow; never heard of King Kong Mesh. Thanks for bringing them to my attention. Do you know where they are located (or their contact)? I know of InterAfrica; I have been to their office before. I believe what they office is two sheets of glass laminated to each other but even then, you are still constrained by the window profiles available on the market.
This is definitely a great find ,i can't wait for your updates keep the great content coming.
Thank you, Ghana Bound!
E., thank you for the excellent video. You’ve given me a lot to think about. I’ve already started sourcing cost estimates for casement windows that have both bars and netting included. I look forward to sharing the results with you and the community. A Otoo
Glad it was helpful, A! All the best and please keep me in the loop!
Thanks for sharing 👍 and giving us the alternative
The pleasure is mine! Thanks for watching!
I was debating as well weather or not to use burglar bars on my project, thanks for the idea I will into using the mesh.
Pleasure is mine. Let me know how your research goes if you ultimately decide.
My thing is with both options, in the case of using an 'openable' screen (in case of fire), it boils down to each user keeping it locked at all times. I can imagine an evil staff leaving their room screen unlocked to allow entry
That is a very good point. It however is the same for all forms of security- if you have safe but don’t lock it, you are essentially not protected. Same way you can have a world class alarm on a house but if the alarm isn’t armed, security is null and void.
Awesome product that surley is a Great option depends on what People want more Blessings my Brother
I appreciate the love, brother! Like you said, depends on what people want!
This would be great if installed “properly”!
Exactly! The frames I am looking at for my project have a dedicated track for the mesh so it should be relatively easy to install but you are right, proper supervision during installation is vital.
Am a subscriber to Huston I’ve learnt a lot from his channel
Yeah; Jeff Ludy knows his stuff
This is a great option...I've always hated the burglar proof bars and electric fence. Please let us know which one you choose and your thoughts on it because I would like to purchase a security mesh as wall. Thanks so much for sharing.
Will do! Just toggle all post notifications if you haven’t already and you won’t miss the next update.
I ordered 5mm+ 1.14PVB+ 5mm +6A+5mm tempered laminated insulated LOW-E glass with argon instead of burglar bar.
Now we are talking! Double glazed windows!! Where did you order your windows from if you don’t mind me asking?
Interesting. Nicely done. I recently installed similar windows. Mine is slightly beefed up. 6mm+1.52pvb+6mm+12A+6mm with argon gas and low-e. Home is in a gated community. I have added electric fence and CCTV cameras. Plan is to have one or two guard dogs. Bulgar proof is a big No for me also.
I’m glad I’m not alone in the “Say No To Burglar Proof” campaign 😀
@dyb2458; are you building in Ghana also? Did you source your windows locally?
Ordering from China one of the Top 10 manufacturers.
You are my brother ! We have already communicate about doos , but I too ... bugler bars are a BIG NO NO .... I've lived over 30 years to go back home to live behind bars ... no way ... there has to be a better way ... just coz its the norm is not good enough .... most of us are going to install electric fence , security guard at fence , guard dogs at night ... and I STILL have to put bugler bars on my windows ... no way ... its like Hershey Chocolate at Valentines day .... when I ask everyone just says ehhhhh if you want peace in your home ohhhh when sleeping you have to get burglar bar ... BUT WHY ? I even CCTV .... Wahala
Unfortunately people are talking to you from what they are exposed to so you listen to them but you educate yourself further. They have good intentions (usually) and the stories they hear are what they want you to not experience. To be honest us in the diaspora building back home are any thief’s first thought - “we are rich” - so you embrace these suggestions from a good place but you forge ahead knowing they are options.
My question is do we have these mesh In Ghana,
@@nanaagyemang8189 ; I haven’t found any and knowing the profile we use, probably not. These are thicker than the nylon mesh KS-50 uses. About .8mm thick. That won’t fit in the nylon mesh profiles used generally in Ghana
I guess there is this mesh in Ghana. Except it won’t fit in the regular KS-50 profile so you will have to go to companies like InterAfrica to source the finished product and they are super expensive.
Looks like the mesh with alarms, cameras plus electric fencing with all controlled from the primary bedroom is one of the ways to go
Layers of security. That is the mindset. Keep the intrusion away from the window as much as possible
Facts
I hate burglar bars I would rather move security to the perimeter and other options I guess depending on country and location it may be crucial in some settings. I may tolerate screens though as long they won't make me feel clostrophobic I must admit some structural bars I have Noticed on Kenyan videos are nice
@@gilberttigere5116, thanks for watching and commenting. I appreciate it. Yes, the screen is needed anyway, for keeping insects out. So if you can get one that doubles as a security apparatus, even better. I also agree with you that some burglar bars these days look nice but to me it is still a burglar bar - I don't want to feel imprisoned in my own home.
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Don Jaguar! Thanks for the support always!
Good morning sir, are you going to start bringing this mesh to Ghana or it’s only gonna be manufactured and shipped from outside Ghana
Good morning! For now, I’m only looking at helping myself and others like me get the complete windows/doors manufactured and shipped to Ghana (and elsewhere if shipping from China allows it). The frames they fit into aren’t the KS-50 kind so bringing the mesh alone doesn’t seem reasonable.
Wow
Please say more! 😄
The real deal will definitely be great
Thanks for watching and commenting, boss. Real deal as in?
Bro I'm equally looking into that, I just hate the burglar bars...
Feels good to know I’m not alone in this space! Impossible is nothing!
If the house catches fire with all these grills, how do you escape?
Good question. Newer variants have an escape hatch in vantage points.
I have been following the whole conversation and still learning a lot .. the security mesh is a very good idea.. nd wanted to give some small advice regarding the cost. What of using the mesh for the important windows and the windows like bathrooms, garage windows, and pantry with the burglar proof to reduce cost? I also have about 31 windows nd 11000usd i think is on the higher side. Your be glad to knw your opinion
Thanks for following along; I appreciate it. Regarding customization; sure, that is based on preference. If burglar bars are not something you don’t like (I almost said hate😄), then do burglar bars all through. There are some nice designs you can come up with.
$11k is high, yes but I was quoted around $12k in Ghana for my project using KS-50 profile with double glass- they call it double glazed in Ghana but it really isn’t double glazed. Rather, it is two sheets of glass laminated together. True double glazed windows involve two sheets of glass spaced out and filled with Argon gas in the void. The profile I am getting quotes for is newer and better than KS-50 so that is what makes the price higher. Also note that 31 windows on your house and 31 windows on someone else’s house might differ - the bigger the opening, the more expensive the project.
@GhanabaKwaku .. thanks for the feedback. I also dnt buy the idea of buglar proof since it looks soo cagey.. I think I would go for the mesh for bigger windows and buglar proof for small windows like bathrooms,garage, and the pantry
Awesome! What I will recommend you do is get pricing for both configurations and then compare. You might end up changing your mind or not. Shopping around is always a good idea. You aren’t forced to commit anyway.
@@GhanabaKwaku $11K for true double-glazed windows with the security screen is not expensive at all. I was quoted $8000 for 38 single glass windows with aluminum burglar proof bars+ 1 sliding door in Togo. So I waiting to see how your windows turn out. I might follow your path.
@@yaohoukpati1172; thanks for making me feel good about the path I am taking. I will definitely share the experience so stay tuned.
So this mesh can't be cut with wire cutters?
From all the tests I have seen, circular saws are what was used to cut them. If shooting a 2x4 didn't cut it, I am sure simple wire cutters will not be able to cut them either.
Hello Ghanaba very interested in No burglar proof windows. How do I contact you
I appreciate you watching and for reaching out. Please send me an email at BarNoneGH@gmail.com and let us connect.
There is a sipplier in Ghana.
Thanks for the information! Do you know more information about them?
@@GhanabaKwaku watch migrating culture crossing Channel. He used them
Awesome, thank you! I will.
Eric McNeal sourced his windows from InterAfrica and they get their mesh from some supplier called King Kong Mesh (I believe). InterAfrica is too expensive though.
@@GhanabaKwaku ok. How much.is the supplier you are using?
Very interesting analysis, but it is all down to cost comparison. Let me know which Chinese companies provide the same product with better cost price. Agree with you bars are a big No! No!. Time to have an efficient and effective product that can enhance security and ventilation.
Thanks for watching. In time I will update on this. Toggle all post notifications so you don’t miss any updates.
How l hate this metals😢
The good thing is you don’t have to settle for them; we have an alternative solution
It's not made in China right?
It is made in China. They are the largest steel producer in the world.
😂 *promo sm*
Hey are you on Instagram so i can ask questions about the windows on that stage and don't want bars also
Yeah; you can find us on instagram “BuildConnect Solutions”