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Reddit mentions of BDF S8MC Window Film Security and Safety Clear 8 Mil (30in X 12ft)
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Reddit mentions: 3
We found 3 Reddit mentions of BDF S8MC Window Film Security and Safety Clear 8 Mil (30in X 12ft). Here are the top ones.
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MINIMIZE PROPERTY DAMAGE by absorbing impacts from break-in attempts and holds shattered glass togetherPASSES ANSI Z97.1 CLASS B, CPSC CATEGORY 1 testing requirements.INCREASE SECURITY or add safety to tempered or non-tempered glass.CRYSTAL CLEAR, high quality film with 99% UV REJECTION, this film is applied to the interior side of the windowSTRONG ADHESIVES and film to slow down intruders
Specs:
| Color | Clear |
| Height | 3 Inches |
| Length | 30 Inches |
| Number of items | 1 |
| Size | 30in X 12ft |
| Weight | 3 Pounds |
| Width | 3 Inches |
Actual bullet-proof glass is expensive and probably has to be professionally installed. Even so, bullets will still go through exterior walls and drywall quite easily.
My first suggestion if you truly fear for your family's safety is to move. I know you said the property has been in the family for a very long time, but you should ask yourself it the property is worth a family member dying - if that's what you really think would happen if you stayed.
My second suggestion if you can't afford the stiff bill for the bulletproof glass - is to add some basic fortification to the home to prevent unauthorized entry. A door jamb reinforcement kit and some window security film will go a long way for preventing access to anyone trying to break in. A firearm (or a few) is a must if allowed in your jurisdiction. Just make sure everyone gets some safety training if they're not familiar with guns. Another thing to look into is a monitored alarm. Dogs are also great deterrents and alerts.
My point here is, it's much more effective use of your money fortifying and securing your home than it is to try to make it bulletproof. Unless you are very wealthy, that is going to break the bank. Go browsing around the subreddit and read some wiki articles to get more ideas on fortification and what other people have done.
arlo pro 2s kit pointed at the entry points and the points of egress further into the house, maybe a trail cam with a wifi enabled sd card setup to capture license plates, or raspberry pi cams if you are tech and hardware savvy. Then add the following physical security measures. use a door like this https://www.homedepot.com/p/32-in-x-80-in-6-Panel-Primed-Premium-Steel-Front-Door-Slab-THDJW166100315/202036384 for all exterior doors , just measure your door and order the correct size. Then add this lock https://www.amazon.com/Medeco-11TR50319-Residential-Restricted-Different/dp/B00E3FJQSA/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1524545911&sr=8-1&keywords=medeco+maxum+11603 and this frame reinforcement https://www.amazon.com/gp/huc/view.html?ie=UTF8&newItems=C2ae929ab-95e4-41e5-9003-f5dfdccf8fa0%2C1 with 3 inch security screws. Then repeat on your bedroom , and possibly your en suite bathroom. Add Window film like this https://www.amazon.com/S8MC-Window-Security-Safety-Clear/dp/B00FRLJU0I/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1525334252&sr=8-5&keywords=bdf+film if you can afford it.
Security film your windows. They wont get through shit.
https://www.amazon.com/S8MC-Window-Security-Safety-Clear/dp/B00FRLJU0I/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1491453030&sr=8-1&keywords=security+film+for+glass+windows