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1 August 2024

What types of security doors are the best for home?

Ensuring the safety and security of your home is paramount. One of the most effective ways to enhance your home security is to install reliable security doors. With many options available on the market, you might be asking, which security door is the best?


With over 35 years of innovation and experience, My Security Door is one of the most trusted security screen door providers in the industry. From slash-proof mesh to tamper-resistant screws and strengthened frames and hinges, Crimsafe security doors are made in Australia to keep you and your loved ones safe.


This guide aims to simplify the decision-making process by highlighting key factors to consider and recommending top choices that align with your needs and budget.

What to Consider When Choosing the Best Security Door?

Before diving into specific recommendations, it’s essential to understand the factors that contribute to the effectiveness of a top-notch security door.

Brands

When it comes to security doors, the brand reputation matters. Established brands often invest heavily in research and development to offer the most advanced security features that you will need to protect your family.

Our Brand Recommendation

One of the leading brands in the security door industry is Crimsafe. Renowned for their innovative design and robust construction, Crimsafe security doors provide unparalleled protection against intruders while maintaining aesthetic appeal.


Crimsafe security doors use a unique mesh system that’s tamper-resistant while allowing for excellent airflow and visibility, making these doors suitable for protection and comfort, especially in ever changing climates in Melbourne.


In addition, Crimsafe security doors offer a range of designs and colours exclusive to My Security Door. Paired with patented Crimsafe unique Screw-Clamp technology and Tensile-Tuff Stainless Steel Mesh, you’ll experience unsurpassed security and style.


For more detailed information on Crimsafe security doors, visit My Security Door – Crimsafe Security Doors.

Materials

Materials play a crucial role in a security door’s durability, longevity, and effectiveness. My Security Doors use top-quality materials to produce stylish and functional results. Materials commonly used include steel, aluminium, and various alloys to produce doors that are strong and resilient against intrusion.


Furthermore, My Security Doors’ online tools allow you to see our doors and design your version of home security. ADD LINK VISUALISER AND VIRTUAL SHOWROOM

Our Material Recommendations

At My Security Door, we use and prioritize quality steel, this material ensures longevity and premium protection. If you want that point of difference from the clear security doors with no design, we highly recommend checking out our range of steel security doors as these will provide privacy, real true strength and safety for your family. Steel doors are sturdy and can withstand attempts at forced entry, making them ideal for high-security applications.


From Steel Modern to Steel Decorative, explore our impressive range of steel security doors, visit My Security Door – Steel Security Doors.

Strength

The strength of any type of security door is perhaps the most critical attribute. A door’s ability to withstand physical force, such as kicking or prying, directly correlates with its security effectiveness.


We’ve helped over 100,000 customers protect their homes with Crimsafe and Steel Security Doors, making our products the Australian gold standard!


To meet Australian Standard AS5041, all of our security doors surpass all of the six tests listed here:



  • Knife Shear – assesses the mesh against repeated knife attacks.

  • Dynamic impact – involves striking the door with a 40kg weighted bag five times over.

  • Pull test – to check whether a screen can be removed from the frame using an instrument such as a screwdriver or lever.

  • Anti-jemmy – tests if the door can be opened or removed with a lever.

  • Probe test – evaluates whether an intruder can reach in to unlock a door after having first made a gap.

  • Shear test – determines whether a screen can be cut using a cutting plier.


Crimsafe security doors also passes the 3,000-hour salt-spray test, proving our materials are highly resistant to corrosion and meet bushfire and cyclone protection ratings while still providing up to 62% UV protection and preventing solar gain by up to 53%.

Our Strength Recommendations

When evaluating security doors, please consider factors such as door frame constructions, how many locking mechanisms, and the type of mesh used as the security screen. While all security doors offer some protection, doors constructed from robust materials like steel or reinforced aluminium offer superior strength to a certain degree.


My Security Door highly recommends Crimsafe  Security Doors, if you want the clear modern look with no bars as this doors has a Lockwood triple locking system and patented screw clamp system that holds the security screen in with a vice like grip.


My Security Door also highly recommends any of our Steel Security Doors, as these have been around for years and years and offers premium security and safety for your family. Steel security doors, putting it pretty simply: 


“If the crims in, it keeps the crims out!”

Budget

Our security doors are available at various prices, depending on a lot of certain factors such as which type of materials used, the brand type, the design and the model.

The Best Budget-Friendly Security Doors

Crimsafe doors are an industry standout, celebrated for their superior quality and advanced security features at a reasonable price.


Beware of Crimsafe copies!


Crimsafe imitations don’t have the unique screw clamp technology that keeps your home safe. If it’s not Crimsafe, it’s not crim safe. Cheaper alternatives won’t provide your home with the same security benefits. Imitations offer a lesser degree of safety and break-in prevention.


At My Security Door, we offer licensed Crimsafe installation and exclusive designs. Our unique range of Steel and Hybrid security doors, beyond the Crimsafe range, also meet Australian standards while providing a more budget-friendly option. 


 To learn more about affordable security door options, check out our blog

So Which Security Door Is Best for Your Home?

After considering certain key factors—brand, materials, strength, and budget— your decision about which security door is best ultimately rests on your specific requirements.


By considering features and recommendations, you can confidently choose the best security door for your home, ensuring peace of mind and protection for your family and property. Whether you opt for the unparalleled security of Crimsafe or explore our range of affordable options, My Security Door is here to help you safeguard what matters most.

Secure Your Home Today with My Security Door

Are you ready to boost your home’s security? Contact My Security Door today for expert advice and a personalised quote.

For expert advice on the right security door for your property, or for expert advice on installing security mesh on windows at your property please contact our experienced sales team on 1300 025 025.

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