Sliding bars on windows to protect children and cats

The installation of sliding metal bars on windows is used not only as decoration with artistic forging, but also, of course, is a guarantee of high-quality protection from burglars. Nowadays, artistic forging on windows is very popular and gives not only extraordinary beauty, but also emphasizes the design style of the facade of the building itself.

We also recommend that you familiarize yourself with the material - anti-cat mesh for plastic windows.

Advantages of sliding bars on windows

Before installing sliding bars on your windows, you need to think about their purpose. Either they will serve to decorate the window opening or they will actually protect your home. As a rule, sliding metal grilles should not only be practical, compact and breathable, they should be an integral part of your safety.

At the same time, the installation of sliding window grilles is provided both inside and outside the house. The main thing is that such installation complies with all fire safety rules.

Window bars to prevent children from falling out of the window

There is a fairly wide range of materials for the manufacture of sliding grilles - these are steel, aluminum, all-metal rods, which can be coated with a variety of paints or spraying. The paint color is selected depending on the design style of the building. So that you can choose and install internal sliding grilles on windows without much difficulty, we suggest you look at the photos in our gallery.

Types of sliding window grilles

Sliding grilles can be divided into types; their differences depend on the features of operation and operation.

Moving the grille along the length of the window in one direction

This type of sliding grille is a complex structure. If it is folded, then it is located on the side of the window opening or overlaps the window structure. When folded, the grille can be hidden between the main wall and the combined wall.

Moving the grill along the length of the window in both directions

This type of lattice is called an “accordion”. It is one structure of two halves, and also has the ability to move apart like an accordion, that is, to simultaneously move in both directions along the length of the window opening.

There are cases when accordion-type gratings are used in combination. One part of the structure is fixed fixedly, and the other can be moved apart like an accordion along the length of the window.

If the length of the window is large, you can use a sliding window grille, the middle part of which is fixed permanently, and the movable elements of the “accordion” structure can easily be moved to both sides of the window opening.

Sliding bars on windows

Moving the grid using the principle of scissors movement

This type of design involves a sliding mechanism that works on the principle of scissors: sliding metal gratings are fastened together by movable elements and move along rollers that are located at the bottom of the structure or at the top, on a suspension.

Types of designs

Child screens for windows are most often sliding. This is a beautiful, easy-to-install design that does not clutter the entire window. It can be moved to the side, but the child will not be able to open the window. When folded, this grille does not interfere. It folds like an accordion in the window opening; some types of structures overlap the frame. The device can be hidden behind the combined and main walls.

How does the grid move?

Window bars for children are convenient due to their functionality. When they are not needed, they can be removed to the side; for this purpose, the structure folds like an accordion. You can choose any size, so the grille covers either the entire window opening or the opening part of the sashes.

If the window is very large, using a regular accordion will be inconvenient. It is proposed to use this type of design: the middle part of the lattice is fixed and cannot move. Two sections are attached to it, one of which opens like an accordion to the left side, and the other to the right.

Kidstop window bars

If the apartment is located in a high-rise building and you have small children, then in order to preserve their life and health, you need to install kidstop protective bars on the windows. By installing such grilles, you can be absolutely calm about your small children. A room where window openings are fenced with kidstop bars can be constantly ventilated without fear of children falling out of the windows.

Typically, childproof bars are installed on plastic windows, since, according to statistics, unprotected windows are the main cause of accidents.

Kidstop window protection

If you assume that a mosquito net can serve not only as protection against mosquitoes, but also as a barrier against falling out of the window, this is a big mistake. Since the mosquito net is attached from the outside with small screws, even the slightest pressure on it can take the life of not only a child, but also an adult.

Therefore, so that you can safely leave your child alone in the room, you need to install kidstop window bars. If you think that a grille can be bulky and ruin the appearance of a plastic window, this is simply a misconception.

Firstly . Such gratings are made from high-quality raw materials at a metal rolling plant and have a glossy appearance. They can be painted in any color, depending on the color of the window or building facade.

Secondly . You need to contact experienced specialists. By installing bars on the windows, fire safety requirements will be fully complied with.

What are the positive aspects of installing a kidstop window grille:

The steel frame on the window and strong vertical bars are the key to safety in a high-rise building.
The frame is fastened to steel brackets to the base wall of the house, near the slope.
Since the grille is attached to the side slope, the plastic window will not be damaged, and the mosquito net can be easily installed and, if necessary, removed.
If the fencing is no longer needed, the grille can be dismantled without much difficulty.

Locks

It is difficult to think of something more reliable against accidental or intentional opening of a window than a lock. Of course, provided that the child does not know where the key to it is. Several types of such locks have been invented for plastic windows.

Handle with lock

In appearance, these are ordinary handles, only with a lock cylinder. To install them, you do not need to change anything in the design of the windows, drill them, etc. Window handles with protection are simply installed instead of standard ones, in their place.

Moreover, there are different types:

Handles for windows with a turning mechanism can fix the sash in the closed position;
If the window has a tilt-and-turn mechanism, it is better to install a handle on it with the function of fixing the sash both in the closed position and in ventilation mode.

A child will not open a window that is locked with a key.

The method is very reliable, since without a key it is impossible to change the position of the sash , not only from the inside, but also from the outside in case of a break-in attempt. However, I don't like it for several reasons:

It’s somehow boring – every time you take the key to ventilate the room or close the window;
I can simply forget where I put it (old age is not a joy). Or forget to turn it in the lock again. Or leave the key in it.

One thing is good: if you put child-resistant window handles of the same model on all windows, the keys will be exactly the same and suitable for each lock. Everyone won't get lost.

To remove the handle, you need to turn the plug and unscrew the screws

Installation of these mechanisms is extremely simple, you can do it yourself. And you need to choose a model taking into account the thickness of the glass unit and the length of the pin. To do this, dismantle the old handle, measure how long its pin is, and buy a new one with the same parameters.

Casement lock

This is a more functional device, since the lock in the closed position only blocks the full opening of the sash, but does not interfere with moving it to the folding position for ventilation. And some models, equipped with strong flexible cables, allow you to open the window in a rotary mode, but to a safe distance limited by the length of this cable.

Such locks are mounted on the middle part of the sash and frame.

I liked other models better, which are attached to the lower edge of the sash, and the counter part for them is attached to the frame. They are practically invisible, do not interfere, and do not attract attention. But the protection against opening is complete; you can only use the folding mechanism.

This is what they look like

The only disadvantage of such devices is that they are installed using self-tapping screws that are screwed into a metal profile. But they don’t affect the operation of the mechanisms or the tightness of the window , so it’s okay.

By the way, locks can also be installed on wooden frames. The main thing is that they fit into the gap between the sash and the window sill. This requires only 2-3 centimeters depending on the model.

Rules for installing the grille

In order to correctly install the kidstop grille, you must:

Pay attention to the location of the bars, that is, only vertically, so that the baby does not have the opportunity to climb onto the bars, as if on steps.
The structure must be rigid, and the rods must be made of high-quality and inflexible metal.
Installation and fastening of the structure is carried out externally, on the side slopes of the main wall, and only by experienced specialists.
The width between the bars should be such that a child’s leg or hand does not get stuck.
In accordance with fire safety requirements and in order to prevent accidents, the grille should not be lower than one meter.

No. 3. Grill material

A rod, square and strip can be made from different types of material, which also determines the properties of the finished product. Most often used for the production of gratings:

Structural steel is the most inexpensive and least durable option, but the gratings are quite inexpensive;
reinforcing steel is a much stronger option than structural steel. The strength of a reinforcing steel bar with a diameter of 14 mm is equivalent to a structural steel bar with a diameter of 20 mm. To cut through such material, you will need hydraulic shears and some time, so such a grid can be considered a reliable barrier for criminals. Increased strength results in reduced ductility, so it will be difficult to obtain complex ornate patterns from such a material;
Special steel is the most expensive and most reliable material. The rods have record strength with a small diameter, which means that the grille will be minimally noticeable, and the view from the window will be more complete. It is difficult to obtain spectacular curls and other decorative elements from special steel, but a thief will definitely not be able to cope with such a lattice. And not every team of the Ministry of Emergency Situations will be able to cut this structure in order, for example, to free people imprisoned in a burning apartment. To do this, you will need a plasma cutter, which not all rescuers are equipped with. Grilles of this type are expensive, so they are rarely installed in ordinary apartments. Maybe this is for the best. The structures are suitable for installation in banks and other institutions where money and valuables are stored.

To be as confident as possible in the reliability of home protection, it is better to choose grilles in which the profile thickness is at least 14 mm . It will take a decent amount of time to saw or bend metal of this thickness, and this is the main task of a good lattice.

When choosing a grill, you should not discount the possibility of thieves getting through its bars. To prevent even the smallest intruder from entering the house, the distance between the bars should not be less than 15*15 cm.

Installation of plastic windows with internal bars

In order to protect the apartment from thieves and burglars, some owners try to install bars inside the window opening. Firstly, this installation method does not make it possible to open the window for ventilation, and secondly, there is no guarantee that a burglar will not push the window into the room along with the grill using force. Another mistake when installing the grille is when it is attached directly to the plastic frame. Plastic frames are not a strong material for holding the grille, which means that such installation will not protect the room from intruders.

Window bars for child safety

Thus, in order to install a grille on a window from the outside, it is necessary to legalize this work with the city administration, since the general appearance of the building’s architecture will be disrupted. Therefore, the only option left is to install a grille on the inside of the room. The structure must be secured with long steel dowels to the window slopes. This method of installing a grille is the only solution to protect the apartment from uninvited guests.

Anti-burglary fittings

The most affordable alternative to gratings is replacing conventional trunnions with mushroom-shaped ones. The pin is the main element of window locking; they can be conventional or burglar-proof.

Photo: V-shaped mushroom locking pin Roto NX*The principle of operation of mushroom pins is that when locked, they fit into reinforced strikers located on the window frame and cling to them with their “caps”. Due to the shape of the trunnions in the form of a mushroom cap, a reliable connection is achieved, and when the sash is moved with a hand tool, it is very difficult to open the window. The more pins, the smaller the distance between them and the more reliable the locking. In a standard sash window, 4-5 trunnions are installed, but their number can be increased to 6-7. The more there are, the higher the protection, and the larger the sash area, the more trunnions are required.

For a standard 2 m2 window with two opening sashes, for example, with the latest generation Roto NX fittings , replacing conventional trunnions with mushroom-shaped ones will cost 800 rubles more than a regular window. This is cheaper than even the most budget grilles. This manipulation will delay the uninvited guest for only 3 minutes, as well as the economy class grilles.

Photo: Roto NX anti-burglary fittings will protect the window from intruders *Leading manufacturers of fittings, in addition to the initial level of security (installation of mushroom-shaped pins and a tilt-and-turn striker), offer solutions of increased protection classes WK 1, 2 and 3. The presence of only anti-burglary fittings in the window 1 security class without other security features can stop a thief and prevent theft. At the very least, such fittings will not allow you to enter the room without noise, and you will have to break the double-glazed window.

Class 1 window hardware includes mushroom trunnions, burglar-resistant strikers, a hardened steel plate that prevents the window handle from being drilled out from the outside, and an inside-locking handle. Installing 1st safety class fittings from the same Roto NX in the same window will cost 2,500 rubles, which is lower than the cost of economy grilles, and the effect is superior.

Photo: Roto NX strikers for protected ventilation *There is also a higher protection class for window fittings for wealthy clients: the latest development of Roto NX - the TiltSafe fittings package. Thanks to three specially shaped strikers, class 2 security against burglary is ensured in the folding ventilation mode. The cost of a standard window with 2 flaps when installing such fittings will increase by 10,000 rubles.

Anti-burglary fittings + anti-vandal glass and special reinforcement

Even the highest quality anti-burglary fittings will not be able to fully protect a window if the plastic windows have low-quality reinforcement or a regular double-glazed window. Therefore, to make a window truly safe, you need to add other types of window protection to the anti-burglary window fittings:

A double-glazed window made of anti-vandal glass - triplex will protect it from destruction . In order to knock it out, you will have to use an ax or sledgehammer, spending an additional 3-5 minutes of time, making a lot of noise. The price of an average triplex window will increase by 2,000 rubles. The combination of triplex with tempered glass will make the double-glazed window more resistant to impacts by an average of 6 times, but will increase the price by another 1,500 rubles. You can further enhance the protective properties by gluing a double-glazed window, which will prevent the possibility of it being squeezed out into the room.

Photo: to fully protect windows from burglary, you should take care of installing anti-vandal glass

It is advisable to purchase windows from window profiles from leading manufacturers, with a thickness of 70 mm with reinforcement of 1.5 mm (the larger the sash area, the thicker). Reinforcement must be installed around the entire perimeter of the window and sashes, without gaps, which can be checked using a magnet. Conscientious window manufacturers use reinforcement recommended by the 1.5 mm profile manufacturer, and you will not have to pay extra for it.

Hazard warning sensor in addition to point 2

To ensure the maximum level of security, you can add a burglary warning sensor or alarm to the selected window protection package. The Roto E-Tec Control MVS opening control system has a burglary alert function and, if an unauthorized opening is attempted, reports this to the central alarm device and the owners’ smartphones. Installing a sensor on one leaf will cost 37,000 rubles.

Installing grilles inside a double-glazed window

Nowadays, many designers use the installation of plastic windows with bars inside the double-glazed window.

Firstly , this technique is very popular. The modern market offers a wide variety of gratings, any color and non-standard forging. To give the building extraordinary beauty and emphasize the style, you need to seek help from specialists who manufacture plastic windows with bars inside the glass unit. In order to select the required design and install beautiful grilles on the windows, pictures of these designs can be viewed in our gallery.

Secondly . A more reliable and acceptable option for protecting your home from burglars is to install plastic windows with bars inside. This design is based on a fully welded grille, made of high-quality steel, and placed inside a double-glazed window. And the reinforced steel frame is the key to the strength of the window structure, which will not allow unauthorized people to break into the room. Therefore, plastic windows with bars inside the glass unit can be freely opened and ventilated, and you don’t have to worry about the safety of your home if you are far from home.

Our capabilities

Avangardin LLC is pleased to offer a full range of services to ensure window safety for your children. We produce and install a completely unique product - bars on window sashes. By installing our KidStop grilles, you can keep the window sashes open and provide fresh air access to your apartment all year round, without fear for the safety of your child. We also offer the installation of other means of protecting windows: handles with a lock, sash rotation limiters, blind linings, protective film that prevents glass from breaking. Our company's specialists will help you select and install the necessary equipment and make your home safer for your children. And the last parting word: do not let your guard down for a minute! Even if your baby behaves perfectly and you don’t doubt his independence, you shouldn’t relax too much. After all, no devices or tricks can completely replace a watchful parent’s eye and attention.

Installation of hinged grilles

You have decided to install swing bars on the windows - perhaps this is the most inexpensive and budget option. To give the grilles a refined and chic look, they should be decorated with elements of artistic forging.

If you install swing bars on the windows in a country house in the kitchen or dining room, this is the best protection against cats. Your windows will always be clean, since the opening bars allow you to wash them freely.

Hinged bars on windows

You can easily make such a design with your own hands, using welding, a little effort and imagination. To do this, you need to purchase metal rods, a lock and decor made from artistic forging.

Preparing to install swing grilles

Take measurements from the window.
The size of the swing grille should be slightly smaller than the window opening.
Draw up a sketch of the bars, providing for fastening the lock on the window side.
When making the frame of the gratings, you should pay attention to the required number of metal rods, corners and rods. The rigidity of the structure depends on their number.
Having drawn up a sketch, you should calculate and purchase the material used: rods and corners for gratings, rods for pins, a lock, hanging hinges, elements of artistic forging.

Installation process

Before attaching the swing grilles to the window opening, it is necessary to mark the places where the pins will be attached. To do this, you should attach both structures to the window and mark the attachment points.
Using a hammer drill, you need to drill holes up to 15 cm. Then drive in the pins, leaving 2-3 cm of rod, onto which, during the installation process, weld the frame itself.
To prevent the grate from being removed, the hinges should be welded counter-weld. Then insert the mating part into the hinges, attach the grille and weld it to the hinges.
All scale should be cleaned off using a grinder and a file, covered with a metal primer, and after complete drying, with paint.

Other methods of protection

You can also consider other interesting solutions that will make the window safe for children of any age. For example:

Removable handle with rosette plug. True, it is only suitable for windows with a turning mechanism, without a tilting one. After closing the sash, the handle is removed and the hole from the pin is closed with a plug.

To insert the handle, the plug must be pushed down

All kinds of latches-clamps, with the help of which the slightly open sash is held in a given position. Not the most reliable option, since the child will sooner or later understand how to deal with them .

Push-button latch lock

For sliding windows on the balcony there are also devices that do not allow them to be opened to their full width. These are limiters that are glued to the glass using double-sided Velcro. Moreover, you can choose a limiter that will not allow the frames to move apart until you dismantle it, which is completely inconvenient. I prefer butterfly locks for sliding structures. With the “wings” open, they do not interfere with the movement of the sashes, but with folded ones they securely fix them at the selected mark. Since a child can tear them off the glass, the instructions require installing such blockers at a sufficient height.

"Butterfly" in working position. If the wings are opened, the flat design will not interfere with frame movement

From my own experience I can say that Velcro will not adhere well if the place where it is glued is not degreased.

Compliance with fire safety

Firstly . Skillfully made bars on the windows of your country house are not only a decoration, but also a guarantee of protection from uninvited guests.

Secondly . When installing bars on windows, you should remember that there are force majeure situations in which you need to quickly leave the room. For this purpose, immediate unlocking devices are used. They are necessary to prevent an accident, for example in a fire situation.

If you have small children and in order to maintain fire safety, practice evacuation with them as a game. Teach children the rules of saving from fire. They must know how to unlock locked doors, windows and bars.

Compliance with fire safety rules is the key to maintaining health and awareness of the value of human life. We also recommend paying attention to the installation of REHAU windows.

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