What's the best way to protect basement windows from burglary?

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What's the best way to protect basement windows from burglary?

I have a total of 3 wide but not tall basement windows without shutters. Through them, a would-be burglar, if slim, could break into my patio house by breaking through the glass.

I have insulation on the outside of the house, which also means that the windows are "offset" about 20 cm inward. I don't want to just bolt the bars to the wall of the house from the outside, it's too much like a prison. My plan is to cut a regular stainless steel handrail (maybe 8 cm in diameter) and place it in the center in front of the window, horizontally or two vertically.

Is this a good idea? What is the best way to attach it? Should I use a hammer and chisel to cut into the insulation and plaster/stone, put the rod "in" and then caulk everything with plaster so the rod can't be pulled out? Unless, of course, the slender burglar has a long chain and a four-wheel drive SUV, in which case that doesn't help either.

I hope you can figure out what my problem is and would really appreciate your advice!

Phylo Spiros

Why not do it from the inside? Then you wouldn't have to destroy the insulation/facade at points.

Because a new problem arises, you can no longer open the window. Unless you build the protection so that it can be opened or removed.

I planned my home security in cooperation with the Police Advisory Service. There was a very knowledgeable person at work who also accommodated my wishes as much as possible. Another benefit: the whole thing doesn't cost anything. Try applying as well.

Answer

– Phylo Spiros · Answer 1 · 2022-09-18 02:47:18

...This all sounds very amateurish! Any grating/protection has to be secured in the underlayment. Either through dowel mounts or glued in threaded rods. Before the burglar laughs himself to death, contact your local metalworker.