Being that I’ve recently become a Crime Junkie fanatic, I have been thinking about home security A LOT. When you think of a super-secure home, you might think of bars on the windows, imposing wrought-iron gates, and ugly security lights. Secure and stylish might not necessarily go hand in hand when you try to think about what a secure home might look like. However, if you want to make your home more secure, it doesn’t mean giving up on style. There are plenty of stylish security solutions that you can use to improve security in your home while also keeping the aesthetic that you want. Take a look at these tips if you want both better security and stylish home.
Upgrade Windows and Doors
Many businesses might take stringent security measures, but for a home, windows and doors are often the main lines of defense. Older doors and windows can start to deteriorate, leaving your home vulnerable due to a lack of security. Upgrading your windows and doors to something more modern and stylish also gives you the opportunity to make sure your home is secure. With strong materials and strong locks, you can increase the security in your home while also improving the exterior and interior look of your property at the same time.
Choose Sleek Tech
Technology offers a range of excellent solutions if you want to keep your home more secure. Choosing high-tech solutions is also a great way to make sure you don’t ruin your home’s aesthetic with bulky equipment. Modern home security is often designed to look sleek and add to the aesthetic of your home or to be very discreet. You can explore alarm monitoring companies, who can help you with the different technology available. Alarm systems, video doorbells and smart locks are just some of your options. They’re ideal for a more modern home but can be discreetly installed in more traditional homes too.
Install Shutters
If you want a way to make your home’s windows and doors even more secure, consider installing shutters. You don’t have to have bars over the windows to add an extra layer of protection. Shutters create an additional barrier, and they can look great too. There are wooden shutters if you want something more traditional, but you could also choose modern metal shutters. Electric shutters can easily be lowered and raised at the touch of a button, making it easy to lower them in the evening or whenever you want some extra security for your home.
Use Security Lighting
Having the right lighting at night can make a significant difference to the security of your home. Security lights don’t have to be big and bulky. There are many options available, and you can choose security lights that look stylish or that you can easily hide out of the way. In fact, you don’t even necessarily need specific security lights. You can select lights that simply help to give a feeling of occupancy to your home, whether you are currently home or not.
Your home can be both secure and stylish at the same time. You only need to carefully plan which security solutions work for you.