How-To – Secure a Door Against Forced Entry

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A locked door isn’t enough—most can be kicked in with one hit. In chaos, storms, or riots, your door is your frontline. Fortify it, and you buy time.

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🚪 Door Weak Points

• Thin wood frames that split under pressure.
• Strike plates and hinges held by short screws.
• Glass panels near locks that shatter easily.

🔧 Core Reinforcement Methods

• Long Screws: Replace hinge and strike plate screws with 3" deck screws that anchor into studs.
• Door Braces/Bars: Wedge-style braces press against the floor; crossbars secure double doors.
• Security Film: Clear laminate on glass panels slows breakage.
• Secondary Locks: Slide bolts, chain locks, and jammers add extra barriers.

🛠 Improvised Options

• Push heavy furniture against the door from inside.
• Wedge a broomstick or dowel under the knob at an angle.
• Use a pipe or 2x4 jammed between the door and floor.

🔥 Field Tips

• Reinforce main entry points first: front, back, and garage.
• Always keep one safe exit route—don’t trap yourself inside.
• Layer defenses: screws + braces + improvised methods = stronger resistance.

✅ Pro Tip

Run a lockdown drill. With everyone inside, time how fast you can secure each door using braces, bolts, and improvised methods. Speed and muscle memory matter when stress hits.

If you want to keep learning, go here → Advanced Survival Skills

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