{"id":6264,"date":"2026-10-16T09:52:53","date_gmt":"2026-10-16T08:52:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gfdhomes.co.uk\/blog\/?p=6264"},"modified":"2026-10-23T09:53:30","modified_gmt":"2026-10-23T08:53:30","slug":"windows-and-doors-security-by-design-what-you-need-to-know","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gfdhomes.co.uk\/blog\/windows-and-doors-security-by-design-what-you-need-to-know\/","title":{"rendered":"Windows and Doors Security by Design: What You Need to Know"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Confused by PAS 24, locks, or security by design? Discover how windows and doors with police-backed accreditations keep your home safe and secure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>What You&#8217;ll Learn:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"#1\" title=\"\">The key accreditations that prove your doors &amp; windows are secure<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#2\" title=\"\">Why security by design is the police-approved gold standard for homes<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#3\" title=\"\">How lock and glass ratings strengthen front doors, bifolds &amp; patio doors<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#4\" title=\"\">What to look for when choosing secure doors &amp; windows from GFD Homes<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>(Estimated Reading Time: 4-5 Minutes)<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gfdhomes.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/ultionguarantee-meetultion.png\" alt=\"Secure windows and doors from GFD Homes \u2014 built to PAS 24 standards and available with Security by Design for complete peace of mind\" class=\"wp-image-549\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Secure windows and doors from GFD Homes \u2014 built to PAS 24 standards and available with Security by Design for complete peace of mind<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Introduction: The Confusing Alphabet Soup of Security Standards<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you\u2019ve ever browsed for new doors or windows, you\u2019ll have seen acronyms and logos sprinkled across the spec sheets: <em>PAS 24<\/em>, <em>SBD<\/em>, <em>Sold Secure<\/em>, <em>Diamond 3-Star<\/em>. They look impressive \u2014 but what do they actually mean?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For many homeowners, these badges feel like jargon. Yet they\u2019re some of the most important indicators of whether a product can truly keep your family safe. With burglaries rising by up to <strong>20\u201340% during the darker months<\/strong>, knowing what these standards mean could be the difference between a secure home and a vulnerable one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In this blog, we\u2019ll break down the key accreditations in plain English, show you how they apply to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gfdhomes.co.uk\/c\/composite-doors?utm_source=blog&#038;utm_medium=referral&#038;utm_campaign=blog-other\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">Composite Doors<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gfdhomes.co.uk\/c\/bifold-doors?utm_source=blog&#038;utm_medium=referral&#038;utm_campaign=blog-other\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">Bi-Fold Doors<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gfdhomes.co.uk\/c\/sliding-doors?utm_source=blog&#038;utm_medium=referral&#038;utm_campaign=blog-other\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">Sliding Patio Doors<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gfdhomes.co.uk\/c\/aluminium-windows?utm_source=blog&#038;utm_medium=referral&#038;utm_campaign=blog-other\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">Aluminium Windows<\/a> \u2014 and explain why choosing products that carry them is one of the smartest moves you can make this National Home Security Month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1\"><strong>PAS 24: The Baseline Standard for Windows and Doors<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>What it is:<\/strong> PAS 24 is a UK test that sets the minimum standard for enhanced security on external doors and windows.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>How it works:<\/strong> Products are subjected to rigorous physical attack tests using crowbars, hammers, and other tools intruders are known to use. They\u2019re also tested for manipulation (like trying to lever open locks or hinges).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>What it means for you:<\/strong> If a door or window is <em>PAS 24 compliant<\/em>, it\u2019s proven to withstand the kinds of forced entry methods burglars actually use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">All <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gfdhomes.co.uk?utm_source=blog&#038;utm_medium=referral&#038;utm_campaign=blog-other\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">GFD Homes<\/a> ranges \u2013 from composite front doors to aluminium windows \u2013 can be specified to PAS 24 standards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"2\">Security by Design: The Police-Backed Standard for Windows and Doors<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>What it is:<\/strong> Secured by Design is the official police initiative for \u201cdesigning out crime.\u201d It goes beyond PAS 24 to include overall product design and installation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>How it works:<\/strong> Only products that meet strict testing <em>and<\/em> are manufactured under quality-assured conditions get the SBD badge. Police Crime Prevention Officers endorse them as actively reducing burglary risk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>What it means for you:<\/strong> A <strong>Secured by Design<\/strong> door or window isn\u2019t just strong \u2014 it\u2019s police-approved.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Many of our <a referrerpolicy=\"origin\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gfdhomes.co.uk\/c\/composite-doors?utm_source=blog&#038;utm_medium=referral&#038;utm_campaign=blog-other\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">Composite Doors<\/a> (including <a referrerpolicy=\"origin\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gfdhomes.co.uk\/c\/solidor-composite-doors?utm_source=blog&#038;utm_medium=referral&#038;utm_campaign=blog-other\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">Solidor<\/a> and <a referrerpolicy=\"origin\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gfdhomes.co.uk\/c\/comp-door-composite-doors?utm_source=blog&#038;utm_medium=referral&#038;utm_campaign=blog-other\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">Compdoor<\/a> ranges) and aluminium systems are available with Secured by Design certification.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"3\">Lock Standards for Windows and Doors: What They Mean<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Even the strongest door is only as good as its lock. That\u2019s why understanding lock ratings matters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"1\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Star Ratings (TS007 Standard)<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Cylinders are rated from 1 to 3 stars.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>3-Star<\/strong> is the highest, resisting snapping, drilling, and picking.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sold Secure Diamond<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>An additional, tougher standard overseen by the Master Locksmiths Association.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Diamond-rated locks have survived extended attack tests, including lock snapping.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Ultion Example<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>At GFD Homes, every composite door comes with an <strong>Ultion 3-Star Plus lock<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It\u2019s both TS007 3-Star and Sold Secure Diamond approved \u2013 effectively the Fort Knox of locks.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If tampered with, Ultion goes into \u201clockdown mode,\u201d deploying hidden pins that make it near impossible to open.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Glass Standards That Keep Windows and Doors Secure<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Burglars don\u2019t just target locks \u2013 they\u2019ll try glass too. That\u2019s why accreditations around glazing matter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Toughened Glass (BS EN 12150)<\/strong> \u2013 up to 5 times stronger than regular.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Laminated Glass (BS EN 14449)<\/strong> \u2013 stays intact when broken, like a car windscreen.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Internal Beading<\/strong> \u2013 a design standard ensuring panes can\u2019t be removed from the outside.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">All <a referrerpolicy=\"origin\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gfdhomes.co.uk\/c\/bifold-doors?utm_source=blog&#038;utm_medium=referral&#038;utm_campaign=blog-other\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\"><strong>Bi-Fold<\/strong><\/a> and <a referrerpolicy=\"origin\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gfdhomes.co.uk\/c\/sliding-doors?utm_source=blog&#038;utm_medium=referral&#038;utm_campaign=blog-other\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\"><strong>Sliding Doors<\/strong><\/a> from GFD Homes can be specified with toughened or laminated glass as standard.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why Windows and Doors Accreditations Matter in Real Life<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here\u2019s a scenario:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A burglar approaches a home with an old timber door and single-glazed window. No accreditations, no modern locks. They\u2019re inside in under a minute.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Next door, a GFD Homes customer has a <strong>PAS 24, Secured by Design composite door with an Ultion lock and laminated glass sidelight<\/strong>. The burglar doesn\u2019t even try. Why? Because these accreditations tell intruders it\u2019s going to be noisy, time-consuming, and probably unsuccessful.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Accreditations aren\u2019t just technicalities \u2014 they\u2019re deterrents in themselves.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"4\">How to Spot Secure Windows and Doors When Shopping<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When you browse for doors and windows this autumn, look for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\u2705 <strong>PAS 24<\/strong> on spec sheets.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u2705 <strong>Secured by Design logo<\/strong> (police crest).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u2705 <strong>3-Star or Diamond-rated locks<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u2705 Mention of <strong>toughened\/laminated glass<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If these aren\u2019t present, think twice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Conclusion: Don\u2019t Buy Blind<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With so many options out there, it\u2019s tempting to choose purely on style or cost. But this National Home Security Month, remember: <strong>not all doors and windows are created equal.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">By choosing products with PAS 24, Secured by Design, and Diamond-rated locks, you\u2019re not just buying a product \u2013 you\u2019re buying independent proof that it will stand up when tested.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\uded2 Browse the full collection at&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.gfdhomes.co.uk\/?utm_source=blog&#038;utm_medium=referral&#038;utm_campaign=blog-other\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">www.gfdhomes.co.uk<\/a><br>\ud83d\udcde Or call&nbsp;<strong>01642 309576<\/strong>&nbsp;for expert guidance and a no-pressure quote.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>In a rush? Why not contact us via&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/message\/C2KJV4ZEB6VRH1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Whatsapp<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Browse our Articles<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gfdhomes.co.uk\/blog\/home-security-how-to-secure-your-home-this-winter\/?utm_source=blog&#038;utm_medium=referral&#038;utm_campaign=blog-other\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">Home Security: How to Secure Your Home This Winter<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gfdhomes.co.uk\/blog\/why-gfd-homes-doors-windows-put-security-first\/?utm_source=blog&#038;utm_medium=referral&#038;utm_campaign=blog-other\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">Why GFD Homes Doors &amp; Windows Put Security First<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gfdhomes.co.uk\/blog\/sliding-patio-doors-explained-how-to-choose-the-right-one\/?utm_source=blog&#038;utm_medium=referral&#038;utm_campaign=blog-other\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">Sliding Patio Doors Explained: How to Choose the Right One<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thetradevillage.co.uk?utm_source=blog&#038;utm_medium=referral&#038;utm_campaign=blog-other\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">Trade Products<\/a>:\u00a0looking for trade prices? Visit our trade site,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thetradevillage.co.uk\/?utm_source=blog&#038;utm_medium=referral&#038;utm_campaign=blog-other\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The Trade Village<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">FAQs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>What is PAS 24 for doors and windows?<\/strong><br>PAS 24 is a UK security test proving a door or window can withstand common burglary methods like crowbars, drills, or forced entry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>What does \u201csecurity by design\u201d mean?<\/strong><br>Security by Design (SBD) is the official police initiative. Doors and windows with this badge have been tested and approved by crime prevention experts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Are locks as important as the door itself?<\/strong><br>Yes. A strong door is only as good as its lock. That\u2019s why GFD Homes composite doors include Ultion 3-Star Plus locks with Sold Secure Diamond approval.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Do windows also need accreditations?<\/strong><br>Absolutely. Modern aluminium windows with PAS 24 and laminated glass make break-ins far harder, transforming weak points into secure defences.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Confused by PAS 24, locks, or security by design? 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