In regards to hardening your sliding doors, I posted about 3M Window Security Film in a different post. I don't have sliders, but I was thinking of applying this stuff to my ground level windows.


Anyway, this link will bring you to Amazon with a selection of security film thicknesses and lengths appropriate for sliding windows. The stuff is a little spendy, though, but cheaper and more attractive than french doors with security grills.

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