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I do a lot of renovation of sash windows and it's depressing how vunerable they are.
A friend had his house broken into via the sash windows. A poorly installed sash window is quite vulnerable.
Details elidedThe Police said was an increasingly common way for burglars to get in to properties.
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Yes, I try not to publish the vulnerability online. There are some products that are supposed to deal with it for new windows. I've heard that the met recommend leaving your front windows painted shut.
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I think there are diy ways to secure a sash window from inside as long as the glass isn't compromised. I do put laminated glass into renovated sashes which helps a lot with noise but also makes the glass part much less vunerable.
Airhead
Just to add on the security chat. Sash windows are more of a target than doors. I do a lot of renovation of sash windows and it's depressing how vunerable they are. At least make sure you have key operated security bolts in place and in the lower position during the winter.
Also had forensics tell me that this time of year is the burglars favourite because it's dark and that makes it easier for them to operate.