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Door Closers – Do you Really Need Them?

Door closers can come in handy. They close the door behind you and can be adjusted to keep the door open when, for example, you are bringing in the groceries from the car, or large items of furniture into the house.

What is a door closer?

It’s a mechanical device that can close the door in a controlled fashion. There are basically two types; hydraulic or liquid closers, and pneumatic or air closers. Both of these perform the same function. There are also lightweight or heavy-duty door closers designed to match the weight or purpose of the door.

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Why good quality stainless steel mesh is so important for your security door or window?

As a home owner, installing a security window or door is pretty straight forward – you contact a security fabricator, they install the security door or window and your home is secure!

We all know stainless steel mesh is an important component of security windows and doors.

But did you know slight differences in the techniques and procedures used by suppliers to manufacture this mesh, can equate to significant differences when it comes to the performance of the mesh?

Let’s explore some of the factors that affect the quality and performance of stainless steel mesh used in security windows and doors.

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