An intruder can simply insert a knife up between the sash and flip the latch open or if he s in a real hurry force the lower sash and snap the latch off with very little effort.
Double hung window security latch.
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Defender security u 9928 keyed sash lock child proof security lock only unlocks with key for aluminum vinyl or wood double hung windows 2 hole centers heavy duty zinc diecast construction white.
Narrow keeper with 2 1 16 in.
It just keeps the window closed.
Many have locks latches that are broken or the two window sections don t line up preventing the window from being secured.
The latch is generally not designed to be extremely secure.
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It features a 5 16 in.
Window pinning can be an effective way of securing double hung windows and some sliding windows.
A double hung window has two panes of glass one above the other and are often secured with a crescent latch.
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We run into a lot of double hung windows usually in older homes that could use this type of protection.
The problem is that the crescent latch is easily jimmied open by inserting a knife or other flat tool.
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The ordinary sash latches on double hung windows may help squeeze out drafts but they offer little protection against break ins.
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Defender security u 9928 keyed sash lock child proof security lock only unlocks with key for aluminum vinyl or wood double hung windows 2 hole centers heavy duty zinc diecast construction white.
It can be used on windows constructed of aluminum wood and vinyl sash and frames.