{"id":17297,"date":"2022-07-01T08:41:09","date_gmt":"2022-06-30T22:41:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/darleyaluminium.com.au\/?p=17297"},"modified":"2022-10-12T15:48:26","modified_gmt":"2022-10-12T04:48:26","slug":"not-all-doors-are-equal","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/darleyaluminium.com.au\/not-all-doors-are-equal\/","title":{"rendered":"Not all doors are equal."},"content":{"rendered":"
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Not all doors are equal<\/h1><\/div><\/div>
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It’s surprising to see how many people are unsure whether the door they have chosen is a barrier screen door or a security screen door. There are several types of screen doors on the market and it’s important to understand what your needs are and what the different doors can provide.<\/span><\/p>\n

Screen doors<\/a> and window screens<\/a> are a common feature of construction in most parts of Australia, allowing for free circulation of air in hot weather and protection from insects and pests; however, flyscreens offer little security and are easily broken through. So it is important, that the first thing you consider, is whether you need a door to simply keep the insects out and the fresh air circulating, or whether you want safety and protection from intruders.<\/span><\/p>\n

For example, a simple fly screen door<\/a> is considered a barrier door and provides protection from insects but has no place as a security door to protect against break-ins. When it comes to home security, the door is often your first line of defence, but if not chosen correctly, it can turn out to be the weakest link.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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For doors to be classed as true security screen doors they must meet the requirements of stringent Australian Standards and demonstrate they will withstand attempts at forced entry. The three key Australian Standards are:<\/span><\/p>\n