Double Hung Window Security Latch

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Double hung window security latch.

We run into a lot of double hung windows usually in older homes that could use this type of protection. Free delivery with 45 order. The latch is generally not designed to be extremely secure. The ordinary sash latches on double hung windows may help squeeze out drafts but they offer little protection against break ins.

Prime line aluminum sliding window security lock 4 pack model u 9819 3 74 3 74. 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. Free delivery with 45 order. 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.

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. Click to add item prime line 2 1 16 white vinyl window tilt latch 1 pair to the compare list compare click to add item prime line 2 1 16 white vinyl window tilt latch 1 pair to the compare list. Narrow keeper with 2 1 16 in. The problem is that the crescent latch is easily jimmied open by inserting a knife or other flat tool.

Many have locks latches that are broken or the two window sections don t line up preventing the window from being secured. 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 just keeps the window closed. This sash lock can be used on vertical single and double hung sliding windows as well as on horizontal sliding windows.

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. X 7 16 in steel antique brass 2 pack 4 0 out of 5 stars 101. Amazon s choice for double hung window locks defender security u 9929 double hung wood window flip lock 1 in.

Mounting hole center spacings on both the keeper and cam action latch.