Secret bookshelf door. Motorized. cyberbanking lock

Here is the start of my secret bookshelf door which leads into my basement. It will have a motor which automatically opens and closes the shelves. There will also be an electromagnetic lock which will lock upon closing. More updates soon!

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.

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.

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.

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.

Do NOT leave your aperture unlocked

Out flatmate went home for 10 days and forgot to lock his room. So we decided to paper his entire room and draw willies everywhere :)

JoJo - Safe With Me - All I Want Is Everything - 12 [NEW SONG 2010]

JoJo "Safe With Me" from "All I Want Is Everything" (C) 2010 Background / Interscope Records Lyrics: My phone keeps ringing, My boyfriend's beeping me, He can't get a hold of me. Not because I don't hear, But I know I can't answer with this kind of company. I'm not gonna lie, It's one of those nights that I'm not too proud to share. I never thought it would be me, Barking up the wrong tree but I am. What would he do, If he knew what was really going on. He would probably seal the deal and I'd be left alone. Cause.. he doesn't know that I'm kissing another man While he's missing me. He wouldn't see any difference cause my secret is safe with me. I know I shouldn't keep anything from him, But I'm hiding away because I love him. I'm out the door and throw away the key. And it's safe with me (Safe with me) When I'm with my man, I don't got to pretend, 'Cause my heart feel like its home. But the second I leave, I loose track of my feet And I run to another zone. I'm not a bad girl, It's just a big world I wanna feel like I'm missing out. So many fish in the lake, Didn't know I was bait, but I am. What would he do, If he knew what was really going on. I know he would seal the deal and I'd be left alone. He doesn't know that I'm kissing another man while he's missing me. He wouldn't see any difference cause my secret is safe with me. I know I shouldn't keep anything from him, But I'm hiding away because I love him, I lock the door and throw away the key, And it's safe with me ...