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Door Security: 5 Cheap Ways to Secure a Door

 Door Security: 5 Cheap Ways to Secure a Door

Door Security: Cheap Ways to Secure a Door

There are many reasons to seek door security. Whether you're at home or in a hotel, you may wish to secure a door for peace of mind. 

Perhaps a pricey security system isn't in the budget, or you're a renter not yet in your forever home and unable to install cameras, etc. Spring break is upon us, heralding the busy travel season. 

You might have someone in the home that likes to open and close doors, is beckoned by the outdoors, and may be unaware of the potential dangers of wandering outside. 

Safety should be a priority wherever you find yourself. Let's look at 5 cheap ways to secure a door. 

Warning: there may be times when entry is desired, such as in the case of an emergency. Added security measures such as these could thwart such efforts and affect timely intervention. 

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Brinks Door Security Bar

This door security bar is featured in the main image of this blog post, and it's a favorite for at home. It's  a simple but effective device that you shove under the doorknob to secure a door from the inside. You can also remove the U-shaped top to form a rod to secure sliding doors. 

It's adjustable to fit to the height of your doorknob. Give the doorknob a jingle from the outside (if someone is in the home to let you in), and you'll see that it's nearly impossible to turn the doorknob much less to open the door!

Purchase several to secure entryways that are not often used in your home, and as an added layer to your main entryway when you're in for the night. 
door security bar

Glass Break Sensor

These glass break sensors are great for glass doors, doors with a glass panel, or windows. They sense vibrations, so don't be alarmed (pun intended) if they go off during a thunderstorm, or if you drop something!

Multiple glass break sensors come in a pack, making this an affordable added layer of security for multiple areas of your home. 
door security vibration sensor

Door Stop Alarm

This is a great portable option. This door stop alarm provides a mechanical barrier to opening a door, and also sounds an alarm in case of a disturbance. 
door security stopper

Magnetic Door Frame Device

These magnetic door frame devices sound an alarm when a separation greater than half an inch occurs as the door opens. 

This is a great alternative to a slide lock higher up on the door if you have a little one who likes to open and close doors, provided a cheap way to secure a door from the inside and outside.
door security magnet

Portable Twist Door Lock

Have you seen news coverage on how easy it is for a bad actor to obtain a room key without proof of booking and staying in that room? It's scary! 

Look no further than this perfect portable device for added security on the go. The discreet design makes this ideal for travel, and to keep out unwanted company with access to your room.

Even if it's not a bad actor, perhaps you can prevent housekeeping from catching you or a travel buddy in your birthday suit!
door security twist lock

Summary

Security should not be a luxury. There are plenty products that provide cheap ways to secure a door at your long term residence and temporary lodgings. 

Whether you're trying to keep a curious child in or a nefarious intruder out, don't leave your doors vulnerable unwanted breaches. 


What reason do you have to secure a door?













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