A few weeks ago a Doomsday Prepper episode showed a man that made a simple window barrier out of plywood that I hadn’t seen done before and, fortunately, Ken at MSB put up a post on how to make Plywood Window Barriers For Emergency Home Security. I like the idea a lot better than screwing in the plywood as it doesn’t permanently mar your home’s exterior.
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This is a great idea, and gives you options to consider. We used to screw home-made storm windows to our house every year. They were made of a single sheet of plexiglass, but were easily kicked out from the inside of the house, if necessary. I really like the idea of not marring my home (not that it’s been repaired).
Depending on what you have on hand, the plywood could be replaced with something a bit more protective.
Per the show, the 3/4″ plywood seemed very difficult to break through… even with an axe! I was surprised at that but haven’t taken an axe to any plywood lately.
Fascinating read! Loved all the comments. I was surprised that it took so long for them to come up with carraige bolts and a piece of steel. I thought of carriage bolts immediately.
Thought provoking. May actually make some of these
Bev
I didn’t watch the episode but I like the idea as it seems a lot faster. Thank you.