Monday, June 7, 2010
John and Marlena - Conference Room Table - allotment 2
Sunday, June 6, 2010
Sliding Glass Door Lock Repair
Sliding glass door locks are an important investment to make if you want to keep your house secure. Sliding glass doors are a favorite among homeowners because they offer a picturesque view of the outside while also serving the dual purpose of a functional door. Unfortunately, these doors are also a favorite among burglars because they are often poorly secured and provide ample room for a crook to carry out all of your valuable goods. These doors are usually on the side or back of a home which makes it all the more appealing. Luckily the right sliding glass door locks can keep them at bay.
Even though glass doors are easy to break, a burglar would rather not go through that bother. An unlocked door is an invitation to a crook because this means he can get inside of your home rather easily without drawing any attention to himself. This is what makes having some high quality sliding glass door locks installed of utmost importance. Most of these doors feature a central latch which usually does not provide the best security. The quality of the built in locks differs depending on the type of door you have. Some models already come with high quality internal deadbolts which should be enough of a hindrance for burglars.
Some homes actually have sliding glass interior doors installed. Because these doors are not on the outside of the home, security is not as much of an issue. If they have locks at all they are simple and not that difficult to pry open. It is up to you if you would like to upgrade these locks or not, but for the most part this will not be necessary. Sometimes locks are installed on inside doors for privacy reasons, but for glass doors which are already see through, there is little need for this.
There are other measures that you can take in order to provide your home with some added security. For one thing, there are replacement bars that you can purchase which extend along the entire stretch of the sliding door which prevent it from being opened. These are typically made of a strong reinforced metal which makes them nearly impossible to open.
Sometimes these locks can become worn out with age, in which case sliding glass door lock repair may become necessary. If so, this is a job that is best left to a professional locksmith since these devices are usually too complicated for an average person without training in this area to take on by themselves.
All in all, you will find that sliding glass door locks are not particularly expensive, so there is no reason why you should not have them installed on your doors. Not only will this provide you with peace of mind, but it will protect you and your possessions.
Saturday, June 5, 2010
Wrought Iron Door is a Great Option
Decoration is a great art. Not all can master in it. It requires some artistic sense and effort. Interior and exterior decoration can prove to be a daunting and tough task if proper planning is not done. You need to plan well before starting your home development or home redesigning project.
There are many things that you need to consider while doing this program. Security and privacy are two of the important factors that you need to keep in mind while selecting a gate for the entrance of your house. Wrought iron gates can serve the purpose well. In fact, these gates are quite popular and many people are selecting these items to give a classy look to their house.
There are some important factors that you need to consider while selecting wrought iron gates. These are not ordinary doors. You can give majestic and antique touch to your house by installing these stylish and beautiful iron gates. Weight is a crucial factor to consider while choosing an iron gate for your home. The column or the support structure in which the gate will be fitted should be strong enough to bear the weight of the gate all the time.
The hinges on which the gate will rotate also need to be strong to support the gate. This item is heavy and thus you may find it difficult to open it. You can opt for lightweight doors. But they may not give that stylish look to your house. Nothing is as majestic as a tall and big wrought iron doors fixed in front of the home.
These gates are not available in various designs. The intricate designs of wrought iron can give an elegant and classy touch to your house thereby increasing its aesthetic beauty. This feature makes the wrought iron so special and popular. But this can cause privacy issues as people standing outside can see inside the complex. If this a great issue for you, you can opt for wooden gates or some other gates.
The best way to find these gates is through internet shopping. You can make use of the World Wide Web to look at the images of different wrought iron products before selecting one. You can also visit the stores that offer these products if you are not comfortable with online shopping.
If you are starting a house improvement project that will add beauty, grace and charm to your house, then you can definitely select wrought iron gates. They can add charm and beauty to your house. The best part is that they can match with any type of home decor, both outside and inside. There are some great tips and ideas on using wrought iron gates in your home improvement endeavor.
Friday, June 4, 2010
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Thursday, June 3, 2010
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Wednesday, June 2, 2010
Goregoon's Garage: How to fix your sliding bottle patio doors (part 1)
Tuesday, June 1, 2010
Protect Your Home From Bump Key Attack
Don't get bumped!
As a working locksmith, in business now for over 25 years, I am trained in various techniques generally referred to as "lock picking". Knowing how to defeat locks without damage is one of the fundamental skills expected of anyone in this industry. For the most part, lock picking is an art when it is practiced using conventional tools. Like so many other skills, it can be taught to pretty much anyone who has the desire to learn, but it takes practice and real skill is not acquired quickly. It is for these reasons that very few run of the mill burglars enter homes or businesses by picking the locks. They use faster and usually more destructive techniques.
However, though the technique is not new, a practice known as "bumping" or "key bumping" is enjoying new popularity thanks largely to the Internet. This is actually a legitimate form of lock picking and can often succeed in opening locks that resist other more mainstream picking techniques, and it is one that requires no special tools. It is capable of giving reasonably quick entry through a locked door without damage and with little noise, thus posing a real threat to the security of your home.
The intent of this article is not to provide a primer on key bumping, but to provide ideas that will go a long way toward protecting the public from its unauthorized use. In order to do that, I think it is important that the reader acquire a bit of understanding of how the technique works.
Key bumping works best on pin tumbler locks, and that is exactly what you have on the doors to your home and business. Pin tumbler locks have long been the standard in door hardware as they provide higher security than do locks making use of disc tumblers, also known as wafer tumblers. Most residential locks have 5 pin tumblers whereas 6 is the norm for commercial and industrial hardware.
When a correctly cut key is inserted into a lock, the tumblers settle into the bittings of the key. Those are the low points, or valleys, in your key. Contrary to popular belief, the tumblers are aligned by these low spots and not by the "peaks" or high spots on the key. The tumblers and the key are matched so that when the key is fully inserted all the tumblers form a shear line -- which means they all line up in a straight, flat line inside the lock which allows the key to turn the lock. When key bumping is used, a key is inserted in which all the bittings have been cut down to the deepest measurement permissable for the specific kind of lock involved. Naturally this makes all the tumblers drop too far inside the lock and there is no shear line . . . yet.
Key bumping comes into play when this fully inserted special key is rapped, or bumped, using a small mallet or even a piece of wood. As the key is bumped, a slight amount of turning pressure is applied to the key. Bumping rhythmically causes a percussive effect inside the lock as energy is transmitted from the key to the pin tumblers that have settled into its bittings. The tumblers begin to jump upward and then fall back down, repeatedly, and eventually there will be an instant in which all of the tumblers have found themselves at exactly the right level within the lock to form the necessary shear line. Because there is always just a hint of turning pressure being applied to the key (this is also varied rhythmically as the bumping is carried out), the lock will turn at that instant and the door is unlocked.
Because this technique is so easily learned, and because the specially cut keys are not at all hard to come by (they can be purchased from hobby sites and locksmith supply sites), key bumping has been growing in popularity with that portion of society you would rather not have it . . . burglars. So what can we do about it? Here are a few good suggestions:
Make certain your exterior doors are protected by at least two keyed locks . . . one keyed knob or lever and a deadbolt. This will at least require that any would-be burglar will have to defeat two locked cylinders instead of one.
Change out your residential-type 5-pinned deadbolts for commercial models that make use of 6 tumblers. They are always better quality, they have tighter tolerances, and the extra tumbler makes them much harder to pick no matter which technique is used.
A constrictive keyway such as found on Schlage locks is preferred to the wider keyways of Kwikset, Weiser, Yale, and other manufacturers. It is well known that Schlage keyways are harder to defeat by bumping than are most others.
The single most effective security measure, and likely the least costly, is to bathe your entry doors with light during nighttime hours. I suggest the use of floods with motion sensors for low cost and efficiency.
All these measures do more than just protect you from "getting bumped." They are equally effective at dissuading other types of crime and they will give a heightened sense of security and well being. Remember, you are protecting more than just real estate!
Monday, May 31, 2010
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Sunday, May 30, 2010
Front Door - 5 Thing to Consider When Picking a Front Door
When picking a front door for your house, for either a new home or to replace the one on your current house, there are some key items to consider. Technology has provided us many different styles and designs to choose from, so here are 5 things to consider when picking a new front door.
1. Size - When building a new home, you usually have the ability to choose a standard 6'8" front door or you may have the room to do an 8'0" front door (or even taller). Just because a door is taller does not mean that it is going to be visually appealing, so be sure to think about scale when making your selection. You can also choose how wide you would like your door to be. Most front doors are 3'0" wide and have one or two sidelights that may be 12" or 14" each. The width of your foyer area will determine how wide your door can be.
2. Materials - The material used in construction is the #1 determinant in the price of a front door. Steel, Fiberglass (stained to look like wood), and real wood doors are all options that you will find in the marketplace. Steel is generally going to be the cheapest type of door. They look good, but if you get a ding in it, there is little than you can do to fix it. Fiberglass composite doors are a product of technology. They are durable and hold up to the elements very well. Real wood doors (oak, cherry, mahogany, knotty alder - etc) can be very visually appealing. The fact that they are wood means they contract and expand with the weather. This also means they will work great one day and may not work very well the next day.
3. Glass - There are an endless number of glass combinations that are available. The amount and type of glass that you choose will have a large impact on the price of your front door. Owners will usually choose from a half-glass or full glass model with sidelights to match. Another important factor is privacy when choosing glass. Choose what you like the best - the more glass in the door, the more light it will let into your house.
4. Hardware - You will want to know what finish your door handle is going to be because you will want your hinges to match. Schlage makes very good handsets without being overly expensive. If doing an 8'-0" high door, it is highly suggested that you do a three point locking system on the door. This will cost extra money but it is vital in getting the door to latch properly over time.
5. Finishing - Paint or Stain, that is generally the question. If you are doing a steel door, you will want to paint both sides of the door. If you are doing a fiberglass composite door, you have the option of staining or painting your front door. Some owners will stain one side of the door and paint the other. When using a real wood door, it is most common to stain the door. If you stain the door, make sure you put several clear coats over the stain to seal the door.
The front door of your house has a big impact on the curb appeal and first impression of those visiting your house. Take your time, do your research, and choose a door that fits your personality and the character of your home.
Saturday, May 29, 2010
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Friday, May 28, 2010
Solid Brass Kick Plates - Antique Brass, Bronze, and Lifetime PVD Solid Brass
Kick Plates are a wonderful to enhance the entryway system of your home while increasing the durability of your door. Kick plates are used on both commercial doors and private homes to prevent scratches and gouges over time on the lower portion of the door. Because kick plates are available in a wide variety of sizes, materials and finishes it is easy to coordinate your new kick plate to complement your existing door hardware.
Kick plates are a great addition to any exterior (or interior) door in your home or business. Because the lowest section of a door frequently becomes damaged over time, kick plates function as a barrier against this normal wear and tear. Depending on the type of door you have a kick plate can mount using screws (wood doors), adhesive or magnetic for metal doors. Kickplates are available in solid brass (which is extremely durable), aluminum, or even forged iron. The plates are available in a variety of standard sizes or can be custom sized. Available finishes include Polished Brass, Antique Brass, Satin Nickel, Weathered Black, Anodized Bronze, Antique Nickel and Polished Stainless Steel.
Kickplates are produced today - allowing you to add them to your current (or new) entryway system. It is a simple way to enhance the durability of your door and complete the look of your entryway. There are a few simple steps to follow when selecting a new kick plate for your door.
First, measure carefully - kickplates are not the width of the door - allow 1/2 inch of extra room on either side of the plate for proper installation and function. Second, remember to pay attention to the type of mount needed (magnetic kick plates will not work of wooden doors and screw mount might be compatible on a metal door). Note: By adding a kick plate to your exterior door it will tie together the rest of your door hardware. Replace older knobs, doorbells and knockers in the same finish and different designs will tie together nicely.
Kickplates are readily available online as well as in many home decorating catalogs. Search for solid brass construction for increased durability and remember to ask questions.
Wednesday, May 26, 2010
Art Deco Makes a Comeback in Architectural Doors
Doors are becoming less of an afterthought in modern home design and more of a focal point. In fact, many homeowners today are choosing custom-designed architectural doors for their home's exterior. Sometimes an entire home design is planned around a customized architectural door. Doors are being recognized as an important part of the aesthetic value of a home's exterior. An artistically-designed and professionally-built exterior door can raise the value of a home while providing enormous curb-appeal.
One of the fastest-growing trends in architectural doors today is the art deco door. The art deco style of design first emerged in the early 1900's. It was an international design phenomenon in the 1920's and 1930's. It was during this period of time that a number of famous landmark buildings were erected, the design of which has become a part of pop culture and history. Though many people can't put a name to the style, they will instantly recognize buildings created during the art deco trend. One such example is the distinctive spire of New York City's Chrysler building, built in the mid 1920's. Other renowned examples include New York's Empire State Building and the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco. Like most trends, art deco faded from construction history for a time in favor of more modern, streamlined designs. But also like many trends, art deco has re-emerged throughout the last century in various manners. Today, this includes architectural doors.
Art deco designs are based on mathematical, geometric shapes. Chevrons, sweeping curves, sunburst motifs and multi-tiered steps are characteristic of art deco. The Chrysler Building is a prime example of a curve and sunburst theme with steps that become smaller until they reach the spire at the top.
Architectural doors take the best of these geometrical designs and add modern twists, like sharp, uneven lines, mirrors and contemporary colors. The result is a door that is truly a work of art. These works of art become the focal point for the design of the new home. They often inspire other elements of the home, like windows, exterior colors, and even the shape of the roof. Like someone who purchases a loved work of art and then paints and designs the room it hangs in to match it, homeowners and builders start with a custom-designed architectural door and then look to it for inspiration for the entire exterior.
Art deco architectural doors can be designed to fit any type of home. They can be standard size, or can be crafted to fit unorthodox door frames for truly individualistic style. They don't sacrifice functionality either. They can be built to accommodate high-security features, and can even be built to mask multiple locks and other security mechanisms. This results in an architectural door whose artistic quality hasn't been sacrificed for the sake of fortitude.
Tuesday, May 25, 2010
Mortise Locks - General Overview
A mortise door lock or mortise lock set is references to a specific type of lock. Although they were have not been as popular as the standard cylindrical lock set that was developed in later years, they are slowly making a comeback in upper middle class and upper class homes in America.
Mortise door locks can be lever operated or can accommodate a standard cylindrical lock. In addition to this, mortise locks are generally more ornate than a standard lock. Even the plain mortise lock sets appear to be ornate by comparison because of the size difference.
A mortise lock set contains a handle and lock set, along with the external trim of a mortise lock set is not simply trim, but hides the rather large hole that is created to fit the mortise lock set into the door. The operations of the mortise lock are not always based around a standard cylindrical lock. In the UK and several other countries, the mortise lock is a lever and tumbler style of lock, much like its original design (by the nephew of the man who invented the cotton gin, Eli Whitney). However, here in the US, most mortise lock sets that are sold contain cylindrical style locking mechanisms, as they generally are considered to be more secure.
Mortise locks can not normally be installed by the home owner, as they require a large rectangular hole to be cut into the door. Most home owners simply aren't up to the task of slicing into their door, even if they really want a mortise lock set installed. Unless you are intimately familiar with woodworking and tools in general, it is not recommended that you attempt to do this yourself, but have a professional do the installation.
Mortise lock sets can come in many different designs, colors, and patterns. The most typical colors for mortise locks, much like standard cylindrical locks, are brass, copper, and silver. Mortise lock sets also have an exterior trim that can be engraved with designs, names, or anything else you'd like to see as a pattern. Most often they simply have some vine like edging engraved on them, or are plain and unadorned, allowing you to decorate your new mortise lock set however you see fit.
Mortise locks are becoming more and more popular, and are slowly moving from being upper class distinctions into common use by the more average earning family. Although I doubt mortise locks will ever become standard for most homes built in the US, their decorative appeal, and the variety of different handles that can be placed on mortise locks makes them very popular indeed for people looking to create a specific atmosphere or appearance with their homes. I do expect to see more and more mortise lock options and differing mortise lock sets being sold at places like home depot in the coming years.
Monday, May 24, 2010
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Sunday, May 23, 2010
How to Install Door Locks
Recent reports show that the majority of home burglaries occur due to an unlocked or faulty door. If your door is not safe and secure, you might as well just leave it open and invite the thieves in. No one wants to do that, so the next option is to fix the locks or replace them. You can do it yourself or call a NYC locksmith. If you are good at handy man tasks, it may be no problem to replace security locks.
The first issue you will find in replacing locks is choosing the best ones. There are a wide variety of security locks and styles on the market today. Most of your decision will be persuaded by the type of door you have. If you have an exterior door, you may want to consider a set of security locks. These locks would include a dead bolt. There are different types of dead locks available on the market. You can choose from one that locks internally with a lever, or you may want to go with the type that locks from the inside with a key.
After you have chosen the right type of lock, you will need to choose between a right- or left- handed style. The style is based on which side your door opens from. You will also need to consider if your door swings in or out when opening. For your locks to work efficiently, you will need to know these details. The next step after purchasing is to ensure you have proper tools. You will need basic hand tools like a hammer, screwdriver, and a chisel. You will want to start your installation by first removing the old lock or door knob. Make sure you clean up the surface of the doors and remove any caulk or grime that may be there.
Then it's time to start installing the new locks or door handles. You should first check to see if the new locks will fit inside the holes for the old. If they do not you may need to enlarge the holes with the chisel. You can mark the area with a pencil to ensure the right size. Once you have the new lock in the proper size opening, you will need to read the individual instructions for your new locks. Each type of lock will have its own exact way to be installed. Most are very simple, but some will require exact steps for proper fit. Don't worry, if it gets too complicated, you can always call your local locksmith for a little help.
Saturday, May 22, 2010
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Friday, May 21, 2010
Residential Burglary Prevention Door Guards In The Marketplace
Breaks-ins in houses can generally be avoided if the person that lives takes a few precautions to protect their house. The majority of break-ins occur when the lock is removed from the front entrance, so it makes sense that a good way to protect your house is to protect the door. Door protection will present a challenge to a burglar who wants to get in, either making them give up, or at least spend longer in the process, thus making him more likely to be spotted and recognizable to someone.
Three main types of residential burglary prevention door guards are available. They are door chains, door kick-in bars, and stainless steel screen mesh door guards. For the first type, a door chain consists of a chain attached to the door which hooks into a slot on the doorframe when the door is closed. With a door chain, you can partially open the door to see who your caller is, without giving that caller an open invitation to forcibly enter your premises. That chain can only be released by the homeowner who must then close the door in order to unhook it.
There are different types of door chain systems available: a simple chain, a chain which can be unlocked from outside with a key, a chain combined with a sliding bolt, and a chain with an in-built alarm which is triggered when someone tries to enter. It's a very simple job to attach a door chain and it does not require any special skills. Door chains could cost you anywhere from $5 to $20, depending upon the material, strength and the type of chain.
A residential burglary prevention door kick-in bar is designed to prevent a door from being forced open. It's a heavy-duty metal bar that is attached horizontally across the door. It's a two-point door lock that locks both sides of the door. It costs around $150.
Putting a steel mesh door in is a good way to protect your home. It is a big obstacle for an invader to overcome, and they will most likely give up before they succeed. This also provides additional protection for the door, and it's a way to speak with visitors before you let them in. This protection will set you back around six to seven hundred dollars.
Taking preventative measures against crime, rather than waiting until after it has happened, is a wise decision. Door guards in residential areas help deter burglars, thus preventing one from experiencing break-ins. They also help homeowners worry less, by protecting their home from unwanted guests.
Thursday, May 20, 2010
Home Security Alarm System - How To Make A Plan
Perhaps you have made the decision to install a home security alarm system or you are getting ready to. Here are some tips that will help you with the basics of knowing what to plan for with any type of security system.
When you make the decision to have s system set up, you should sit down and map out your home. Ask yourself where you want security cameras to go? What about a burglar alarm? This is important for many reasons.
1. You want to provide protection and security at all entry points into your home including windows and not just doors.
2. You want a security camera in place to show you where the alarm was triggered and what is going on.
Other things to consider will be the type of security cameras you want around your home. A remote camera will show a much larger area than a mounted camera, but the cost may be a factor in some cases.
With any burglar alarm system you will most likely have a keypad installed as well. Where do you want it to go? With any keypad you'll need a password. Be sure it is a password that the kids can remember and one that is not easy to be figured out by outsiders.
If you are going to be using an outside service such as ADT home security, they will have other items to go over with you. Most all of these outside monitoring will give you a set amount of time to clear the keypad with your code before sending out the police.
Another good idea with any type of home security alarm system is to have a plan in place for where your family will go in the event the alarm is triggered. Practice this plan because you don't want chaos if things go wrong.
Home alarms are great to have and provide not only protection for your home, but peace of mind as well. By taking some time and planning out some details that you want in an alarm system you will be in position to make your best choice of a new system.
Wednesday, May 19, 2010
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Tuesday, May 18, 2010
Fixing Broken Keys in Doorknobs
If it hasn't happened to you before, consider yourself lucky, but keys do break off in doorknobs all the time.
It usually works something like this. You are rushing out the door and try to quickly lock the door with your key. As you move to lock up and pull the key back out of the lock, you hear and feel a snap. You look down to pull back part of your key. The other part is stuck in the mechanism in the door. What now?
The first option is to call locksmith. While this is the easy way out, it is also the costly way out. By the time a locksmith comes to your house, gets the key out of the lock, and puts everything back together, you will be getting a few hundred dollar bill.
Instead, why not fix it yourself? Contrary to popular belief, fixing broken keys in doorknobs is not that hard. Here's what you will need:
o Pliers or tweezers
o A piece of a thin saw blade (or other thin piece of metal)
o Some sort of lubricant such as cooking spray or WD-40
Here's how this works:
First, use the lubricant to spray the lock mechanism inside the doorknobs. You want to make it as easy as possible for the broken piece of key to come out.
Next, using the thin piece of saw blade, slide it into the lock beside the broken off piece of your key. There are two sides to every key - one side has a smooth edge and the other side has a grooved edge. Make sure to slide the piece of metal along the grooved edge. The goal is to get the teeth on the piece of metal to grab hold of the grooves on the key. Pushing the blade against the broken key, slowly slide it towards you. This may take a few tries, but if you work at it you should be able to work the key towards the edge of the lock. As soon as the key piece is sticking out of the doorknob, use your tweezers or pliers to pull it the rest of the way out.
In most cases where keys are broken in doorknobs, this is enough. But sometimes, the key breaks off when the tumblers inside the lock are not in a neutral position. In this case, use your long piece of metal to straighten out the lock so the tumblers will release the broken piece of the key.
No matter which case you're dealing with, sometimes this will take a little bit of patience to get it right. Don't get frustrated, or you can make things worse.
One thing to keep in mind is there is often a way to prevent this type of thing from happening in the first place. Make a habit of lubricating all your doorknobs and locks regularly. Also, if you know you are generally rough on items, take the time to periodically look at your keys. Often you can see cracks or weaknesses in keys long before they break.
Monday, May 17, 2010
Your Expert Guide to Desktop Security Software
Are There Any Good Free Antivirus Software Around?
The logic of most internet users would be to find a free antivirus software before buying any antivirus software. Of course! Why buy when you can have one with no cash out? However, you get what you ask for, so to make sure you get an antivirus that will work well, and also be free to use, here are some of the necessary features you should look for in the free antivirus software.
Does it have real time scanning?
This means as you work or play on your computer while being online, will the antivirus program work as well? Will it be able to detect incoming files or applications that contain dangerous viruses?
Does it have on-demand access and scanning? Can you pre-schedule scans?
For instance, when you open an email from a person who sounds like someone you met, but you are not sure, will the antivirus be able to detect a malware as you open the file? Also, can you schedule scans when you want, or do you follow its schedule?
Does it have a Heuristic scanning feature?
This means your antivirus should be able to figure out new threats based on what it knows, even before the updates are installed?
Can it go through your compressed files and find viruses sneakily hiding there? Often you will find out, a lot of malware tend to effectively bury themselves under a pile of files, making it extremely difficult for manual detection. Many times, the only way to find these threats is through a good antivirus program.
How well can it protect when you are online?
Can the software check the websites prior to your visiting them, and can it detect danger from instant messaging?
If your free antivirus software has these features, and can operate them successfully, then you have definitely found a winner!
If you think that the world is a crazy place - then you're absolutely right. There is so much to be wary about, not just in the real world but also in cyber world. Danger lurks every time you surf, open an email from an unknown source, or sign up for an application online.
Without a doubt, you need a good desktop security software that can provide you with antivirus, antispyware, and anti-malware features, and here are 7 reasons to get that software now.
1. You need to be able to use your PC to work or play without fear. The best desktop security software works the entire time your PC is turned on
2. One great feature of a desktop security software is being able to back up your files automatically
3. You don't have to worry about viruses and hackers with a reliable, automatically updated antispyware, antivirus process
4. All your applications, files, programs, and settings will be safe if you get the best desktop security software available
5. Even during emergencies, you can be confident that your PC is protected
6. If you get the best kind of antivirus and antispyware protection, you can be assured that your system will be able to detect internal fraud such as information leak
7. Finally, whenever you download or install any kind of software, file, or data, the desktop security software will be able to check it even before you get to use or read it. This would be like having a checkpoint from point of entry.
With all that a desktop security software can provide you, it should not even warrant a second thought about the need to protect your files. After all, if you see the need to have a door lock, home security system, or even a locked filing cabinet, then you should also be able to see the need for a security system for your computer system and files.
Sunday, May 16, 2010
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Saturday, May 15, 2010
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Friday, May 14, 2010
Repairing Your Faulty uPVC Double Glazed Windows And Doors
It is an amazing fact that uPVC double glazing was sold by the industry as a maintenance free product. While it is true the uPVC frame will last approximately 10,000 years before degrading, the mild steal and cast Zink moving hardware parts will last an average of 10 years before they start to fail.
The problem with window company guarantees:
i) Many window companies have gone out of business leaving the guarantees worthless,
ii) Most guarantees last about 10 years so end just when you need them,
iii) The guarantee in most cases only covers the hardware for 12 months and the uPVC for 10 years.
I have known people who already have uPVC windows and doors getting them replaced with uPVC again at a cost of thousands of pounds (not to mention the cost to the environment) because the hardware is starting to fail. This is like scrapping your car because it needs new spark plugs and a couple of new tyres.
Why do people do this?
The answer is simple.
The home owner calls out uPVC window and door installers who only want to install a new window or door and will convince them it is un-repairable. Even if they wanted to repair it they wouldn't know where to get the parts. You see window companies for instance will use 2 or 3 different types of locks on their doors while there are at least 140 different types.
What the home owner needs is a place where they can buy the spare hardware parts(locks, hinges and handles) so that they can maintain and repair their uPVC windows and doors.
Thursday, May 13, 2010
Changing Interior Doors and Sliders
In most houses, interior doors are hollow-core, meaning that they consist of a wood frame with flat veneer glued on the front and back. As a result they are lightweight and, quite frankly, flimsy. Typically the veneer surface has been either stained (if it's neutral wood) or painted.
You can easily switch to solid-core wooden interior doors, which come in a wide variety of styles and are readily available in standard indoor sizes. You can purchase an excellent interior wood door, unpainted and unstained, for around $150. (By contrast, a hollow-core door costs as little as $30.)
Unless you are experienced, you are best off getting a prehung interior door, with hinges already attached to the jamb. Again, remove the existing door (by punching out the hinge pins) and then use a crowbar to remove the jamb and surrounding molding, being careful not to damage the wall on either side.
Once the old door is out, you fit the new one into the jamb and, using wood shims (available where the door is sold), set it in place and then nail the jamb in. Finally, put on new molding (unless you were careful enough to save the old).
Don't overspend on interior doors. While replacing them will add to the value of the home, it won't add much. More than anything else, the new doors simply lend an indefinable (but real) elegance to the interior.
The entire replacement process shouldn't take more than a few hours; once you get good at it, you'll need much less time than that.
Changing Sliders
Many homes come with sliding glass doors leading out to the patio or backyard. After a time, the metal wheels on the sliding door wear out and it becomes hard to move. Further, the metal itself can date a house. The usual course of action, therefore, is to replace the doors.
You can replace sliders with wooden, metal, or vinyl doors. A recent trend is to install French doors, the kind with lots of small windows.
A standard replacement slider for a 5-foot door can cost $200 or $300. Change that to plastic and the price goes up $100. Move on to wood-particularly a door with true French windows-and you could easily pay $1000 or more, depending on the design.
Dont' use wood exterior sliders. Moisture will damage the wood and virtually every year you'll need to spend hours repainting or restaining.
The usual removal procedure is to lift out the slider. Yes, the door is heavy, so get help. Just slide it all the way open and then lift it off its track. To lift off the static portion of the slider, simply remove the two or three metal screws that are holding it in place. Then lift off the metal jamb by unscrewing it from the studs on the sides and the header above.
Remember that changing the slider means replacing an exterior door. Usually removal of the old door will involve some damage to the exterior facing and the interior drywall. If you're careful, however, you can limit the damage to less than an inch around the opening.
If you are installing another slider, you simply reverse the process. Afterward, you will probably need to do some repair work both inside and out. If you are replacing the slider with a wooden door, follow the procedures described above. The trim or molding that comes with the new door will often cover all or most of the damage done when removing the original slider.
Some vinyl sliders come with overlapping strips on the exterior. If you're careful, they can cover the outer wall damage incurred when removing the old slider.
Wednesday, May 12, 2010
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Monday, May 10, 2010
Home Security-The Shocking News about "Lock Bumping"
One of the basics of home security is to have a great lock and deadbolt on your front door. That is still the case. However the rules of the game have changed. The bad guys know how easy it is to get into probably 90-95% of the homes out there-RIGHT THRU THE FRONT DOOR. Here all this time you thought your front door was secure, your mailbox lock was secure, any lock you have on a tool shed was secure-well guess again.
The bad guys all know a new technique called "lock bumping" which enables them to get in thru your front door locked or not. According to statistics provided by the National Crime Prevention Council (NCPC) and the Department of Justice, nearly 2/3 of all break-ins occur with no sign of forced entry. While some of these crimes may be a result of an unlocked door, most experts agree that lock bumping, picking or use of an unauthorized duplicate key are often the case.
Some are secure but most are not. Even some high security rated cylinders can be easily compromised. All that is required to open many kinds of pin tumbler cylinders -- the kind of lock that probably keeps the bad guys out of your home -- is a bump key and a tool for creating a bit of force. The bump key opens an extremely popular five pin lock. With these two cheap implements, anyone can get into your home or business in a matter of seconds.
To counter this revolting development an upgrade in your locks is required. It can be expensive but so is the alternative. Another precaution is a security system or home alarms-door or window alarms.
The biggest thing now for you to know is that you are not as secure as you thought you were. You need to take precautions right away to protect your home and family.
Chances are very good that you are reading this because in some way crime has touched your life or you want to be proactive and protect yourself, family, home, or business from the ravages of crime. That is the first step.
Sunday, May 9, 2010
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Friday, May 7, 2010
What is the Favorite Home Security Product?
Home security is becoming a real issue these days with an increase in burglaries and home invasions. Statistics show that if you stay in your home for six years, at least on average, your home will become another stat and be burgled. Police officials tell us that near ninety percent of all home break-ins can be prevented. You would think that with all the publicity about this topic and the very real threat that it poses that more folks would lock their doors and windows.
Sixty percent of all home burglaries happen thru unlocked doors and windows. Just a fact! Of all the home security products to choose from what is the favorite?
Law enforcement officials will tell you the sounds of a barking dog is best deterrent for security for your home and business security too. The Electronic Watchdog wireless security product is the favorite home security product and here's why.
The barking dog alarm uses a new type of 'radar' that senses anything in a one hundred degree field of view up to twenty feet away. If there is an encroachment the sound of an angry barking dog starts. A remote control can be used to arm and disarm the alarm.
Sometimes the simplest of ideas are the most effective. In this case it is the favorite device for securing your home there is. It is so easy to use and setup-aim it in the direction you want to cover, set the volume and sensitivity then plug it in. So get going and 'harden' your home as a target. Lock doors and windows as a start and always use your peephole.
Thursday, May 6, 2010
You Know Nothing About Door Repair Or Door Replacement - You Must Read This!
Have you finally taken a good hard look at your front door? Have you convinced yourself and everyone else in your family that replacing that old, rotting entry door will be the best thing to do and add value to your home? Are you finally so frustrated over the door not functioning properly, the draft you feel on a cold day, the constant fading and the lock not working properly? I can understand your frustration with an exterior door that is old and worn out. That exterior glass door with the foggy glass that is constantly getting on your nerves worsens your frustrations. You are now faced with either a door repair, refinishing your door or a replacement entry unit. Do you repair, fix, replace or refinish that ole entry door?
We need to take several things into consideration before venturing into the replacement, repair or refinishing of your door unit. Ask yourself why the door needs repair or replacement and what may have caused it (other than age) to look so old and worn out? If your front entry door is made of wood, is stained and is fading, be sure to review what the sun exposure the unit has. A stained door with a polyurethane finish, which has faded, may have sun exposure that is in excess of industry standards. Only about 15 years ago the polyurethane on exterior doors was allot different than what is available today and not too environmentally friendly. Because of the environmental laws in place today the UV protection in the polyurethane does not do a very good job of standing up the vicious rays of the sun. In general, the poly is not nearly as good as it was about 15- 20 years ago. In addition, if your door happens to have had a red tone color stain, such as a cherry or red mahogany, that red pigment is always the first color pulled out by the rays of the sun, changing the tone of the door to something with a browner tone in just a few months. Do not get me wrong; chances are the door still looks good and wonderful, but that red pigment will definitely get "bleached out" by the UV rays. More importantly is the polyurethane protection that is no longer doing what it is meant to do, protect the species of wood, but that is not obvious to your eyes at first glance. Small cracks develop in the poly allowing moisture penetration and the swelling, cracking and splitting of the lumber. Makes no difference what the lumber is, it could be oak, mahogany, cherry or cedar, a door that is stained that has polyurethane failure will have door/wood failure if not maintained. Constant, perhaps 2 or 3 times a year, maintenance is needed on a stained mahogany door with sun exposure or any species of a wood door.
Even if your door happens to be a painted door that you have painted over and over again, you will still have failure in the form of rotting. Once again sun exposure is relative and most likely the cause. Sure expansion, contraction, rain and snow will destroy the wood over time, but it is the sun that is always the root of the problem. A nice paint job will always spiff the door up and look new again but that is really a way of putting a band-aid over a bleeding cut. The door unit with that type of exposure will continue to deteriorate as water will find a way to penetrate the hairline cracks which by the way are not visible to your eye. The sun has created a condition in whatever finish there may be; painted or stained that allows moisture to be consumed by the lumber, sort of like a sponge. This moisture penetration will cause severe rotting, panel failure and split stiles over time and eventually you will have a door unit with complete failure. The need for maintenance still exists for a painted door as there is with a stained door with sun exposure. New fresh topcoats of paint for a painted door and a new topcoat of polyurethane for a stained door are required. Another option for a stained door is a marine wax. Each change of seasons, the door unit should be waxed to protect the finish, sort of like waxing a car. It is important to avoid any prolonged development of those cracks not seen by the eye. When you can see those cracks with a quick glance, you know they have been there for a while and you better move quickly.
Continuing our discussion about sun exposure is important so you as a homeowner have a clear understanding. Sun will create chaos to anything that is exposed for a lengthy period of time. Just think about leaving your dining room table on you back deck in the sun and what it will look like in just a few short weeks. Unless of course you are growing tomatoes, grass, flower or corn, the sun is not a good ingredient for a door. Wood exposed for a long period of time to the sun and the UV rays will require maintenance, constant maintenance. So how can you determine if your door unit is exposed excessively to sun, and exceeds exposure to industry standards? Let us begin with the direction your door is facing. Stand by your door and take notice to where the sun rises and sets. We all know the sun rises in the east and sets in the west, so you should be able to determine this without the aid of a compass. If this problem door is facing south, west or southwest...you have an exposure problem, which will need to be addressed. The sun is at its hottest, strongest most damaging time in the late afternoon. So a southern exposure or a southwest exposure is the most critical. Your door, if facing in either of those directions will take a beating.
Most all, if not every door manufacturer today require an overhang equal in size from the bottom of your door to the bottom of you overhang, or "X" needs to equal "Y". If "X" is your 7-foot door unit and to the bottom of your overhang is an additional 3 feet, then "X" will equal 7 + 3, or 10 feet. Now "Y" will need to be 10 feet as well to be with-in manufacturers warranty standards. Manufacturers do not take this requirement standard lightly, so be sure you have an accurate understanding of the warranty and accurate measurements of "X" and "Y" to protect yourself. Know your warranty and know your exposure, it can save you thousands.
Now a door unit-facing north or east will have a different set of rules. While "X" remains as "X" and "Y" remains "Y", the difference is now "Y" only has to be 1/2 of "X". So in our example above the overhang will only need to be 5 feet, instead of 10 feet that is required for a south/southwest exposure.
Although it may seem a bit confusing and manufacturers are "strict" in the enforcement of the warranty, it really is for your own protection so you can make the appropriate decisions when it comes time to your exterior door. Repair that exterior glass door, fix that foggy piece of glass, refinish that fading door or replace that old entry door with confidence knowing what your exposure is and avoiding failure in the future again. Make sure you have the manufacturer's warranty, in writing, in your hand and all parties understand it what is covered and not covered. Most, if not all warranties for an exterior door will not cover any labor to replace it and will not cover anything if you have too much sun exposure. So you decide, repair, replace or refinish that old exterior door.
Wednesday, May 5, 2010
Why Composite Doors Are Preferable to PVC and Wooden Doors
Composite Door means a doors made up of two or more materials. Composite, Wooden or PVC doors have almost similar looks, but Composite Doors are preferable due to several advantages. New technology has made composite doors similar in texture and appearance as compared to wooden doors.
Composite doors have a solid wood interior. It consists of a wooden structure with a composite material covering. It has the strength of a solid wooden door. They are superior to PVC doors by the fact that they are capable of protecting your doors from outside elements like rain, wind or snow. The cover is made up of GRP material and will not discolor or fade. A PVC door often discolors from sun or weather change to a yellow or brown shade.
The real difference between the PVC and Composite gates is the raw material. A typical PVC door is hollow inside and filled with polystyrene plastic to give insulation properties. Its insulation capability is good but not as good as a composite entrance door and also it is not very secure in case of burglary.
In Comparison to wooden doors, composite ones are quite attractive and wooden doors also require high maintenance like painting and varnishing. Even with good maintenance, the doors will loose shine and may even rot. Without maintenance the longevity of a wooden gate is reduced to a minimum.
Wooden doors are also subject to general wear and tear. They are known to swell or crack. These changes weaken the door and make it vulnerable to break-in; above all wooden doors are much more costly than PVC and Composite ones.
Having a door of a natural shade as in Composite doors enables you to arrange the decor of your home and also door furniture with ease. Heavy handles, knobs can also be fitted knowing that they will stay there for a long time.
Each composite door on the other hand is thick and sturdy as well as light weight. They will not wrap or crack in response to heat changes like other doors. It has a reinforced cover which has a good looking timber grain finish.
The composite door is also quite strong so it cannot be kicked open. The lock provides maximum security. This door does not require maintenance and does not discolor over time. It is filled with foam that makes its insulating property six times that of wooden ones. As they do not change shape according to the weather, they remain energy efficient and draught proof. These are designed to face the onslaught of severe weather conditions. They are tested in a pressurized chamber where gusting winds are stimulated. The test starts at 63 miles an hour and goes up to 80 miles an hour.
Composite doors also come with standard five pin cylinder lock with three keys. This means that the lock will not crack under pressure. Door art is created by cut glass held in strips of brass or zinc. The art work is covered in an insulated glass unit to make a triple glazed unit.
Tuesday, May 4, 2010
Home Security - Having Basically Secure Doors
Doors and window security are an integral part of any home security system. If you had a top-notch home security system but the basic structure of all exterior doors were flimsy and week then you have a problem as an expert burglar can break-in very easily. Some homeowners have opted for a decorative, glass-paneled door, which looks good, but not worth risking personal safety and other valuables in the house. While considering home security issues do check if your doors and windows are secure, if not, make sure they are secured.
Doors
All the external doors of the house have to be made of solid wood, or a metal wrapped construction or wrought iron for security reasons. There must be no gaps between the door and the frame, ensuring no burglar can pry it open. The doors will be much sturdier if they are about 13/4 "thick. If there are glass panels or decorative glasswork, ensure that it has sturdy iron grills on the inside. It will be better if all exterior doors are secured by sturdy wrought-iron door. Make sure that doors and windows have secure locks such as sash locks that are not easy to take apart. For the main door a cylinder night latch, a dead-bolt lock, a rim lock or a mortise Lock, press-locking bolt, a door chain and a spy hole viewer could provide adequate security.
Windows
Windows need extra security too, in order to get maximum home security. Please remember to lock all windows before leaving your house. Window need secure hardy locks such as track locks or dual screw window locks and appropriately sturdy bolts too.
Locks
Smart locks and keys that are programmed to let only the bearer of the key access to the house could be used to lock exterior doors. An electronic keypad-dead bolt combination may be another home security enhancer. There are latest fingerprint controlled locks that have taken home security enhancement to another level.
Be sure to secure all your doors and windows to minimize chances of a burglary. The garage door could have an alarm too, to warn you of trespassers. As many burglars have used garage doors to gain access, be very careful in locking them when not in use. Other home security equipment could be installed as per your desire. If there are trees in your house make certain that their branches are trimmed away from your windows. By taking such tiny precautionary measures, you are enhancing home security. When you know your house is reasonably secure, you could rest easy in peace.
Monday, May 3, 2010
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Sunday, May 2, 2010
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Thursday, April 29, 2010
Home Security - How to Secure Your House While You Are on Vacation
Many people do not get to spend quality time with their families, as they prefer to stay back at home since they fear a breach of home security while on vacation. There are several basic things that can help secure your homes, permitting you to take a vacation without worrying about home security issues.
Tips For Securing Your House Before Leaving For A Vacation
o Be sure that all external doors are sturdy with good foolproof locks. Double check if all windows and doors are locked securely.
o Check to see if your home security system is fully functional and that any breach in security will trigger an alarm that will be promptly responded too.
o Be sure that your security lighting is set. Set a timer to operate your internal lights in a random fashion perhaps switching on a radio or FM to give the impression there is someone home. The timer could be set to go on and off in particular rooms just as when you are at home.
o Do not forget to lock the garage door before you leave.
o If possible try and get someone to stay in the house and get him or her familiar with the home security systems and alarms.
o If possible stop the delivery of newspaper, mail, milk etc. till your return or have a neighbor pick them up for you.
o Ensure that your garden is taken care of, while you are away; wilting and uncared for pots are a sure giveaway that the house is uncared for. You can use a sprinkler set on a timer to do the job.
o Have a word with your neighbor to look out for any trouble and give them your contact number in case of emergencies.
o It will be safer to leave a house with a good home security system installed. If you don't have an adequate home security system, get one a few weeks prior to your trip to be able to learn how to program and operate it without any hitches. A reputed, reliable firm with good after sales service will be an ideal choice. Do comparison-shopping and do get quotes from different vendors and choose one who offers the best quality within your budget. Good systems will be an added advantage as insurance can be got at a discount on account of the home security system.
o Inform the police that you will be away and ask them to watch your house at regular intervals.
Be sure that your home is secure while you are away and enjoy your vacation without the stress of a vulnerable house.
Tuesday, April 27, 2010
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Friday, April 23, 2010
How To Become A Locksmith?
The dictionary definition of "locksmith"; "A Locksmith is one that makes or repairs locks" to put it bluntly. Locksmithing was (and still is), in essence, one of the earliest/best forms of security against many types of crimes or people.
In more recent years, the term has become a bit more expanded, to include many forms and types of locksmithing. Commercial (working out of a storefront), mobile (working out of a vehicle), institutional (employed by an institution) or investigational (forensic locksmiths) or may specialize in one aspect of the skill, such as an automotive lock specialist, a master key system specialist or a safe technician. They may also be security consultants or one of many other possible ends for this type of career. Are some examples of what becoming a locksmith may bring to you as a career choice?
Becoming a locksmith tends to be quite the job. Among other things, it takes skill, concentration, and creativity as well as patience to become a locksmith. It's wise to know all fields and opportunities that would be open to you. You must first consider which of them you'd like to take part in. All have Pros and Cons, such as pay, hours, skill, and others. This is why it can take some time to decide which of them you'd like to venture in first, as well as decide which one would be best for you. Also, most countries require completion of an Apprenticeship, or some level of formal education required. This varies from country to country. This tends to mean a lot of study and research is required, and it is best to check around for the levels of education and skills required to be a locksmith in your country before you make a decision, as the differences can impact your entire career.
There are two types of locksmith licenses:
o Automobile master key licenses are for individuals employed as locksmiths. These individuals are licensed to sell or be in possession of equipment that enables them to work on switches or locks of motor vehicles or business and/or residential door locks. These licenses are renewed every five years.
o Restricted automobile master key licenses are for individuals who fall under the automotive and auto body technician trades as well as tow truck drivers. This license restricts locksmith to be in possession of equipment that is designed strictly to operate the switches or locks of motor vehicles.
Locksmith is now being taught in several trade schools and engineering departments around the world. For example, Australia offers a degree in locksmithing in the school of engineering. While other schools offer a certificate. The primary way to become a locksmith to is become familiar with the makeup of the key and lock. Today, locksmiths do much more than repairing locks they must also be able to asses the potential break in factor and in some sense must implement the appropriate equipment with multiple locks and screen doors. Currently, there are several types of locks on the market, making it more difficult for the locksmith to become familiar with the nuts and bolts of the operation, literally.
Thursday, April 22, 2010
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Wednesday, April 21, 2010
Pennies a Day to Buy the Best Shower Filter
Just think of the money you spend every year on hair products, including shampoos that are supposed to make your hair reflect the brilliance of nature. Conditioners to tame your unruly locks and give you a movie star look. Hair appliances to straighten your hair, or curl your hair, add to the cost of yearly hair maintenance. Add the cost of salon color and you have quite a hefty cost at the end of the year.
These are not bad things. But, you need to be smart and start with the most basic thing your hair needs. The first need is for your hair to be truly clean. All of our municipal water companies use chlorine to disinfect our water, and some of it stays in the water that comes from our tap.
We wouldn't drink tap water with chlorine in it. So you can see that it is not something we should bathe in either. It costs just pennies a day to purchase the best shower filter. And it is guaranteed for your lifetime!
Before you had a shower filter to remove chlorine, your hair left the shower with a coating of chlorine. No wonder your hair did not reflect the brilliance of nature but instead was matted and hard to comb. Adding the conditioner of choice did make it easy to comb but with chlorine underlying all, you did not get the movie star look.
A 2 stage showerhead filter promotes healthy hair. Chlorine strips your hair of the natural oils nature supplies. It will give your hair a chance to heal from years of "chlorine abuse". You will see and feel the difference in your hair and your skin after your very first chlorine free shower.
Buying the best shower filter is not an additional expense. It is the primary investment in healthy, beautiful hair and skin.
Tuesday, April 20, 2010
Weather Stripping Doors - A Good Home Improvement Task
Sealing the gaps around the doors in your home is critically important for cutting down on drafts and reducing energy loss. Although these small gaps may seem insignificant, they can add up to some serious loss of energy. To make this clear, a narrow gap of just 1/4 inch at the bottom of an entry door is equal to having a three inch square hole in the middle of your door. So, as you can see, one of the best home improvement tasks you can do is to apply weatherstripping to the doors in your home.
When a door is closed, warm and cool air can escape out between the door jamb and the door. You will get both more comfort and an increase in energy saving by sealing those gaps.
To begin this home improvement task, you need to take your supplies outside. When you are ready to begin, close and lock the door so that is it closed tightly. Measure the top of the door from the edge of the door stop on the left to the door stop on the right. (The door stop is the trim that runs along the door all around). Next take those measurements and mark the weather strip. Use snippers to cut the strip at the mark you made. Be sure it fits properly and then place the piece of weather stripping at the top of the door stop, but be sure not to press it too hard into place so that the door will open hard. Next take the screws that are provided and drive a screw into the middle hole on the metal strip. Do this until all of the screw holes have screws in them. If you begin in the center and work toward the ends you will have put equal pressure along the entire strip, ensuring a good tight fit.
The next step is in this do-it-yourself home improvement task is to install the weatherstripping on one side of the door. Measure from the piece of weather strip that you just applied to the threshold plate at the bottom of the door. Take these measurements and cut your piece of weather stripping. Once again put the weather strip against the door and secure it to the door stop the same way you did for the first piece. Now go ahead and do exactly the same thing for the other side of the door and install it in the same manner.
Now that you have all three pieces installed, you should go inside and close the door tightly. Check around the entire door for any daylight. If you can see any daylight at all peeking through, then go back outside, close and lock the door again and remove the screws in that area that you saw the light and push the stripping in a little harder, then simply put the screws back in again. Repeat this around the entire door until you no longer see daylight when inside looking out.
Monday, April 19, 2010
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Friday, April 16, 2010
5 Easy Things You Can Do To Improve Home Security Right Now
Oftentimes when thinking about improving home security, many people start immediately focusing on electronic devices like security systems, alarms, cameras, and so forth. And to be sure, all of those products have a role to play in a high quality home security plan. But actually there are some very simple things that anyone can do to raise the security level in and around their home with very little cost and effort. And here is our list of 5 things that can help make your home more secure right away:
1. If you happen to be one of those folks who likes to leave a key to the front door of your house hidden under your doormat, or over the door frame, or within easy reach of your front door, you are just inviting a home break-in and making it easy for the burglar. Experienced burglars know that lots of people hide the key to the front door in close proximity to the door to make it more convenient for them to get in when they forget their key for some reason. So they just check around the front door area and can often come up with easy entry into your home in a very short period of time by doing so. Its not a good idea to hide your key outside at all therefore, but if you must, at least hide it a good distance away from the front door where no one would think to look.
2. One of the other most common ways that burglars can gain easy access to your home is through an open or unlocked window. This just makes it way too easy for them. So if you happen to be one of those folks who loves to have your windows open, at least install safety locks that will only allow them to be open part of the way and not enough for someone to be able to climb through. And when you are away from the house, it's best to have the windows shut and locked at all times.
3. Just drive down almost any street and you will find houses that have trees and large shrubs up next to the house where someone could hide. That is a bad safety strategy, and it would be good for you to go outside and look at your home from the standpoint of an intruder. How easy is it to get close to your home without being seen? Can someone gain access to upper floors of the home by climbing a nearby tree? If you spot possible hiding places close to the house, do whatever is necessary to eliminate that danger. Prevention is your best protection in this area.
4. Many home intrusions take place at night simply because darkness helps conceal suspicious behavior. So bright lights are an intruder's worst enemy. In view of that, some well-placed motion detection lights can do wonders for your home security. They are cheap and simple to install, and can be very effective in preventing break-ins.
5. If you have nice possessions, like an expensive car, keep it in the garage. Try to do as little as possible to attract attention to any pricey posserssions that you may have. Burglars would rather invest their time and energy in homes that promise a good payday as opposed to those where they can't really tell much about what is inside. So keep windows covered so that it is hard to see inside, and use shades at night to keep others from looking inside your home to see what valuables are there.
All of these ideas are very simple and easy to implement, but together they can raise your home security level right away.