How to secure a shed door

[@appl3jax498]

thanks for the idea! found a company in America Unistruts Buffalo Supports that makes Unistruts and brackets. it finally solves my shed security problem. Hats off to you sir! May God bless you

[@ultimatehandyman]

That is awesome! Thanks for the comment 👍

[@scottfitzgerald8233]

Watched your video after my locked shed was broken into and my expensive bike was stolen. Used your ideas to secure my shed. Cost a few bucks but it was worth it. Should be Meth-head proof by now. Thanks, Scott.

[@ultimatehandyman]

You are welcome Thanks for the comment

[@williamwazere]

I think it was when I saw the carriage bolts I was sure you knew what you were doing and had really thought it through. Nice job, cheap and effective, can't ask for more!

[@ultimatehandyman]

zero_sum Thanks for the comment ;-)

[@CurmudgeonExtraordinaire]

But since the carriage bolts are going through the flange of the bracket and the washer, the square portion of the carriage bolt's head is probably not digging into the wood, thus kind of defeating the purpose of the carriage bolt. Spot welding the carriage bolt to the bracket would keep it from spinning though.

[@tonyburton8971]

@@CurmudgeonExtraordinaire Doesn't matter - the bolts don't even have to be tight - the whole purpose of the bolt is that you need access to the rear to remove, which you ONLY have if you have if you can open the doors.

[@US_Joe]

Nice job ! Just seems like a dam shame how thieves and vandals are influencing our projects and lives.

[@MarlonVanderLinde]

I know all about that... South African here... everything we work years for are taken and then justified with some dumb shit logic.

[@ryananderson264]

Can't find a good container lock anywhere right size such as abus or squire anyone help out don't want a cheap one

[@alexwesley9863]

What worst is place your item in storage and the storage accidentally cut your lock off. Then later 2years it is broken into.

[@kevinfegan9148]

Great video and great idea to use Unistrut for this purpose. One point to keep in mind, depending on how far the doors will swing out, looking at the position where you have mounted the "U" brackets, it looks like they would interfere with opening the doors past 90-degrees. It could easily damage the hinges if there is no fixed stop preventing the doors from opening further. I'd recommend locating the brackets further out from the doors, perhaps 10 or 15 cm. While planning such an installation, keep in mind that while it might be handy to do things a particular way because of an existing stud, you should consider everything and mount the bracket where you need it even if you need to add an additional stud or horizontal cross member.

[@ultimatehandyman]

+Kevin Fegan Good point ;-) Thanks for the comment

[@chaterandrew]

@@ultimatehandyman what size lock did you use

[@uktony1525]

Simple but brilliant. A way of keeping things secure and I bet you got it done in under an hour. A big thumbs up.

[@ultimatehandyman]

Thanks Tony ;-)

[@magooesbe]

Good security update for the shed. I can see a little issue with the positioning of the bar brackets - when the shed door is open to 90 deg it would touch the bracket and any further movement it would start to press on it and probably break the wood.

[@ultimatehandyman]

👍

[@paulhood6249]

First let me say I like the idea a lot. That said, if using the unistrut (or similar) bar you may consider putting a steel plate behind the seams of the doors where they open because without that, a simple sawzall could fit in the cracks between doors etc. and cut through that in a jiffy. With a nice thick and long steel plate behind it you may slow them down. If they were going to bring screwdrivers and bolt cutters to get into the original locks and hinges they may just have a sawzall too. A solid steel bar in lieu of unistrut could also help a lot as well. Honestly though your fix will likely deter most would be common thieves, but if they know you have something good in there then who knows. It's an unmanned building and lots of times it is nowhere near the main dwelling so making noises etc may not be an issue for them.

[@ultimatehandyman]

Thanks for the comment 👍

[@peteg6632]

Just bought all the parts to do this on my shed. Many thanks for video and subsequent comments. Top bloke 👍

[@ultimatehandyman]

You are welcome Thanks for the comment

[@caskwith]

I like that, neat and secure. No more difficult to install than a standard lock and just as easy to use but a big improvement and it just screams out "don't bother" to anyone wanting to break in.

[@ultimatehandyman]

Thanks, yes I don't think anyone would attempt to get in through the doors. Thanks for the comment

[@JewlofTheNile914]

Thank you so much sir for putting out a video on how to secure your pub shed,I definitely need to protect my pub shed,with all these thieves around here,,someone trying to get in my shed while I was at work,I have cameras but they don't have like the SIM card or the memory card to record on it,s on who it was, I have to check on my smartphone security camera app,whenever I remember when I'm at work.,but I will go on Amazon or home depo.

[@ultimatehandyman]

You are welcome Thanks for the comment 👍

[@mayken6661]

Excellent idea. Thanks. These are sold in sets already made but ridiculously expensive

[@ultimatehandyman]

I’m glad you found the video useful Thanks for the comment 👍

[@designer-garb572]

Just finished building my double doors and was looking for security ideas and as luck would have it I have loads of 8ft lengths of Unistrut laying about, my only issue that someone else already mentioned is that my doors would no long open 180 degrees as the brackets would get in the way, but apart from that it's a pretty good idea, thanks for sharing.

[@ultimatehandyman]

You are welcome Thanks for the comment

[@C.Church]

Maybe there is a hinge that opens wide such as the type that come on cabinets. can't recall what that type would be called though.

[@CurmudgeonExtraordinaire]

By putting the brackets so close to the edge of the door frame, you have limited how far the door can be opened. With the hinges that you have on that door, it looks like you could have originally opened it 180 degree (assuming it didn't bind on something else). With your bracket location, you've probably limited it to around 90 degrees. If you moved it a bit further back, you could open the door quite a bit more -- moving it back the thickness of the bracket + washer (looks to be 2" or so) would give you another 45 degrees.

[@danielweller1936]

Was thinking the same thing, I am going to move the u struct brackets to the next available 2x4 studs and just have a longer door bar

[@WarrenGarabrandt]

I just had my shed broken into and some stuff stolen. I'm adding a full home security package with ingress detection on all doors and windows, plus 24 hour outside video surveillance on both doors of the house. For the shed, I'm going to use your security method for the door, plus a motion inside and an ingress sensor on the door itself. I'm going to put a 160 DB alarm sired on the outside of the house and a 140 DB alarm siren inside the shed. These sirens will sound when the security system detects intrusion. When my security alarms go off, I want the cops to know they are needed without me even calling them (though the alarm company will do this anyway). Anyone inside that shed with the alarm goes off is going to need serious hearing protection within seconds, or they will suffer permanent hearing damage.

[@ultimatehandyman]

I didn't realise you could get such loud sirens, I'll look out for those in future. For now I have one of these- kzbin.info/www/bejne/oJanlmx_ecaLr5Y Thanks for the comment ;-)

[@annekempter2331]

If you add a couple more brackets on the central supports of the doors and slide the bar through all 4, you can stop a potential thief from easily forcing the doors inwards.

[@ultimatehandyman]

That's correct. Thanks for the comment

[@ypaulbrown]

very informative, Brilliant, cheers from the USA, Paul

[@ultimatehandyman]

You are welcome Thanks for the comment, Paul 👍

[@hansg6336]

Great idea. I like the heavy gauge steel parts. I might install it on my house doors.

[@ultimatehandyman]

Thanks for the comment

[@williammccahill1124]

Were did u get brackets

[@KaniFuker-Sir]

Great video, i need to do something similar as all i've ever had on my shed is a waterproof padlock i think i bought years ago at Poundland lol. Never seized though but quite a few petrol tools in there. Thanks for tip and upload.

[@ultimatehandyman]

You are welcome Thanks for the comment

[@JewlofTheNile914]

Awesome!!! I'm going to get one of those & install on my pub shed,I shared your video w/ to message so I can show it to home Depot when I go purchase that tomorrow,Thank u sir.

[@ultimatehandyman]

You are welcome Thanks for the comment 👍

[@elvisdolan]

Great video! I just did exactly this with my shed and it worked a treat. I only need a solid padlock now. Which kind did you use and what size would work best with unistrut? Thanks!

[@ultimatehandyman]

I think I used this size of lock- fave.co/43IaAk3 👍

[@Eicles]

Great video, that looks very secure! Your recent series of security videos have been very helpful.

[@ultimatehandyman]

Thanks, I'm glad the videos help ;-)

[@r.arabian3056]

Just found your video. Great idea and I am going to secure my shed this way. Thank you!

[@ultimatehandyman]

You are welcome Thanks for the comment

[@m0retreats]

Any chance we can get a list of materials that you used? Thanks!

[@C.Church]

1. Metal bar. 2. Brackets and washers. 3. Bolts and washers. 4. A lock.

[@timothyechols2672]

Great system. Perfect for what I need for two of my sheds. I went to my local Lowe’s and HD, but no luck on finding the brackets. The bar I can find, just not the brackets. Trying to find some other supply source. If you or anyone else here in the U.S. has any suggestions, they would be greatly appreciated.

[@ultimatehandyman]

You can get them on eBay- fave.co/38Fo9Vs Thanks for the comment

[@domshen]

I bought mine on Amazon

[@alexwesley9863]

I can not find those brackets either.

[@ultimatehandyman]

@@alexwesley9863 www.unistrut.us/product-details/p2682

[@domshen]

Just did this to my shed today! Thanks for the great video!

[@ultimatehandyman]

Good stuff ;-) Thanks for the comment 👍

[@tonyrayjones1550]

Just finished installing this on my shed came out great! wish I could post a pic and show you. thanks for the video!

[@ultimatehandyman]

Thanks for the comment

[@rickshields498]

Tony, is there a lock on both ends of the bar? He only showed one, but there has to be something on the other side, right?

[@rogerflamesfan]

@@rickshields498 good question?

[@wildcasa9714]

This stops someone from opening the doors toward the outside. What stops someone from kicking the doors inward, going under the bar, and taking items from the shed?

[@Beobout6]

In America, out in the country, I use a motion sensor security light and a sign displaying a picture of my Smith and Wesson Security System. The system comes with 16 little buddies to help me out. No problems yet.

[@ultimatehandyman]

Unfortunately the only people with guns in the UK are criminals and some Police officers ;-) Thanks for the comment

[@samee9071]

Ultimate Handyman Are you suggesting that the general public should have access to guns?

[@ultimatehandyman]

No, I was stating a fact.

[@ultimatehandyman]

@Dean Bainbridge Yes, unfortunately.

[@sergioramirez978]

can you link what you are using?

[@dabig_guy2204]

Fantastic job. Thank you.

[@disconeil]

Thanks for this video U.H. it is very relevant to me and I shall be looking into doing something similar, I am more than impressed with this idea. N.

[@ultimatehandyman]

You are welcome Thanks for the comment

[@69523Dragon]

What lock is that you’re using, please? I’ve done exactly same with my shed after being broken into recently, using Unistrut brackets, but I can’t find a container lock with the 60mm clearance I need to fit over the 55mm bracket.

[@9076723311]

Not bad. Would stop your average opportunistic thief. A battery powered angle grinder to the bolt heads would have it off, but that would make some loud noise.

[@zukridr1100]

Where can I buy those end brackets??? Thnx

[@burntrubber5689]

Could you still not take the screws from the hinges and push the door in then duck under the bar?

[@ultimatehandyman]

🤔

[@The.Occasional.Uploader]

Thanks for this. Could you please tell me the name of that lock? It looks the part.

[@ultimatehandyman]

They are known as container/shutter locks, link to eBay here- tinyurl.com/u9xvrk7z (I’m not on commission)

[@robinhayat112]

Great idea, any ideas for an inward opening door?

[@ultimatehandyman]

You could use this method, but you would need two additional brackets to fix to the doors. Thanks for the comment 👍

[@robinhayat112]

@@ultimatehandyman thanks for the reply

[@A.C.71]

what size bolts are those ? Thanks for the reply. I figured out a slight improvement. I noticed while using a similar lock as you did "ABUS 82/63 Monoblock Solid Brass Padlock" when locked and in place it can be pushed up to expose the shackle to bolt cutters but if you take about four 1/8 inch thick washers with a hole big enough for the shackle to fit through and grind it down to fit inside the uni strut you can take away all that slack that allows this to happen thus completely protecting the shackle. Just put some epoxy on each washer, grind the assembly to fit inside the channel then epoxy it in place. Another thing I'm doing is mounted to each door on the inside bottom and top I'm putting a slide bolt that will securely latch into two 1/2 inch nuts inserted into a hole I drilled out for them. This way when I'm working in there in the winter and it's nasty as can be the doors are securely shut and also I can latch them both, exit out my side door and know it's about as secure as it can be coupled with your idea using the unistrut across the outside. Thanks for the idea as it was the best solution after much research. :)

[@ultimatehandyman]

If I remember rightly they were M12 and were about 50mm long. Thanks for the comment

[@aserta]

Very nice. I like the use of the unistrut. It's almost like it was meant to be used with that lock :) What brand is the lock?

[@ultimatehandyman]

The lock is made by Valor, they are OK for general use as long as they are covered or indoors. I use one outside once and it seized in a matter of days. Thanks for the comment

[@aserta]

***** Thank you very much for the answer and the tip. I have this small locker indoors so it should have no issues then.

[@ultimatehandyman]

James Worrall Very true. If it was something I really wanted protecting I'd go for a Kryptonite padlock or similar. Thanks for the comment

[@kotlewski]

Do the doors have a stop at the top, or bottom? If not, it may be possible to undo the hinges and swing the door on the axis of the unistrut to gain access.

[@ultimatehandyman]

Yes, there are top and bottom stops (I think) I'll check the next time I am down there and will add two more brackets (one to each door) to be certain. Thanks for the comment

[@cliffcarlo180]

Hello mate. Would you have any links for where I could purchase both the Unistrut and the Unistrut saddle clamps. I found a few sites that either sell one but not the other. Got a new shed coming in 2022 and would like to secure it just like you did here in this video. Cheers mate. Happy new year👍👍👍👍

[@ultimatehandyman]

Hi Cliff, TLC seem to stock it all - www.tlc-direct.co.uk/Main_Index/Trunking_Galv_Index/Univolt_Unistrut/index.html Most electrical wholesalers such as CEF or Edmundson-electrical normally carry large stocks of unistrut, where you can just call in (although you might need an account). All the best for the new year 👍

[@cliffcarlo180]

@@ultimatehandyman Cheers mate. Very much appreciated 👍👍

[@ultimatehandyman]

@@cliffcarlo180 You are welcome (Sorry for the late reply, KZbin comments has been playing up AGAIN, So I have just seen this)

[@cliffcarlo180]

@@ultimatehandyman No problem. Thanks again.

[@buhrrito]

Sick project brother. Very easy to follow.

[@ultimatehandyman]

Thanks for the comment ;-)

[@cheechU38K]

Easy build but I'd also consider tamper proof hinges as that would be the weak link apart from brute force on the wooden doors.

[@ultimatehandyman]

Thanks, this will be covered in future videos ;-)

[@escapetherace1943]

everything is tamper proof with enough metal glue

[@keathlbr]

Can't find those brackets.

[@stansmith-h2b]

With battery power tools available nowadays. It would be simpler to go around to the back of the shed out of sight and cut a hole with a circular saw. I've lined my shed with reinforcement steel grid used in making concrete slabs. Same applies for metal sheds.

[@ultimatehandyman]

The local smack heads don’t normally carry cordless tools with them 😉

[@JasonDunlop247]

Another very handy & constructive video. Top man ......

[@ultimatehandyman]

Thanks for the comment

[@ianmacmillan67]

Great video. Do you have links to the unistrut and lock? Cheers

[@ultimatehandyman]

Most electrical wholesalers sell unistrut- www.cef.co.uk/catalogue/categories/strut-accessories-strut I got my lock from ebay- bit.ly/3uuaa1c

[@garthqueen]

You could have used Nyloc nuts on the back instead of two normal nuts.No chance of those loosening even if turned from the outside. Great idea and video.

[@ultimatehandyman]

Thanks, I almost did use nyloc nuts but they are difficult to wind down and because the coach head bolt is in a larger metal hole it just spins in the hole, you may of noticed that I could not tighten the bottom bolt without gripping the threads. Thanks for the comment ;-)

[@montanapolo7149]

Blue lock tight would be fine too

[@uksglory]

Brilliant idea Thanks Hi...Is this standard size unistrut? 41mm x 41mm?

[@ultimatehandyman]

Yes, the Unistrut for this was 41mm * 41mm Thanks for the comment 👍

[@Posty26262626]

I copied this design for my shed,it’s a great idea

[@ultimatehandyman]

👍

[@jjab99]

Great job. Can you use nylon locking nuts on the inside to make the brackets more secure?

[@ultimatehandyman]

You could but it's not easy as the bolt is difficult to grip, thread locking compound might be an easier option ;-)

[@dalriada842]

***** This is a great idea! I spent way more money on much weedier upgrades to security, after a break-in. One suggestion though, wouldn't another of those unistrut washers at the other side, sandwiching the wood, improve the strength even further?

[@ultimatehandyman]

dalriada842 Yes, you could do that if you wanted to. Thanks for the comment

[@jasonaddis2104]

great video i have just bought the unistrut part to make mine. just a quick question about the lock and were you purchased it, as i'm struggling to find them to fit the brakets. great job

[@ultimatehandyman]

I bought mine from ebay, it was similar to this one- fave.co/2ROu2HD Thanks for the comment 👍

[@jasonaddis2104]

@@ultimatehandyman can't believe just how stong this systern is. so much better than pre fab'd bars. so once again great video and thanks for sharing

[@alexwesley9863]

What kind of lock is thst i like your method.

[@ultimatehandyman]

I think they are called container padlocks 👍

[@alexwesley9863]

I found a square paddlock amazon. The unitstrut 70 dollars the bracket ship 23 and change. The lock shipped 40 dollars.

[@dkat1108]

Very nice... gives me my own DIY idea, anything is better than those cheap Stanly hasp they sell at Home Depot and Walmart.

[@ultimatehandyman]

Thanks for the comment

[@CppObjectOrientedProgrammer]

What kind of lock is that? I'd like to get a secure lock. From what I hear, most locks are pretty weak.

[@ultimatehandyman]

I think they call them container padlocks. It looks much more secure than it actually is, although you can get some really heavy duty ones. fave.co/3laP4yX Thanks for the comment 👍

[@surturfenrir2864]

nowadays they've got battery operated grinders, easy access, and if they brought an extension chord they can use the outside outlets on your own house if they wanted to

[@ultimatehandyman]

The smack head burglars around here are not that well equipped ;-)

[@surturfenrir2864]

unfortunately, they are around here, this community has multiple carpentering outfits

[@ultimatehandyman]

I hope you are allowed guns!

[@surturfenrir2864]

well of course, but they always work best when someone's home to use them after all

[@l337pwnage]

+Seth Shotgun traps.....but you didn't hear that from me. ;p

[@fesy734]

Great video. Also instead of double nuts, could 1 sheer nut be used?

[@ultimatehandyman]

Thanks. The shear nuts do not work too well on timber as they pull into the timber before the shearing torque is reached, so I don't think you would be able to shear it before it sunk too far into the wood. Thanks for the comment ;-)

[@kevinfegan9148]

+Ultimate Handyman - You can use a shear nut if you put a regular nut on first and lock the shear nut against the first nut. While you would still be using 2 nuts it offers a bit more security. If someone got in through a window, they could remove the brackets from the inside to open the doors. Shear nuts would make that a bit harder.

[@kdaniels11]

Getting ready to do this project. I was thinking of mounting the brackets further out on the next set of studs on either side of the doors. Do you see any issues with that? Thanks for posting.

[@ultimatehandyman]

I can't see a problem with doing that, it will be stronger ;-) Thanks for the comment 👍

[@CurmudgeonExtraordinaire]

Mount the brackets further out and you'll also be able to open the door further. By mounting the brackets that close to the edge of the door frame, he limited himself to probably around 90 degrees of opening on the doors.

[@uksglory]

Hello. Do you have a link for the padlock you used please? Thank you & Regards

[@ultimatehandyman]

One like this should work- bit.ly/3zDiRZI

[@djexclusivee]

What type of lock is that? Thanks

[@ultimatehandyman]

I think they call them container padlocks. It looks much more secure than it actually is, although you can get some really heavy duty ones. fave.co/3laP4yX Thanks for the comment 👍

[@dynoesaur]

Where can I get this type of material

[@ultimatehandyman]

You can get it from eBay, or most electrical wholesalers fave.co/3eE6GjE

[@explorewithant]

What’s them padlocks called buddy and where did you get them 👍👍

[@ultimatehandyman]

I can't remember the make that I bought, but it was similar to these- fave.co/2SlsjIA Thanks for the comment

[@CEROTOPHRYS]

We’ve just had our outbuildings burgled - hence watching this good video - and will follow to the letter. We have Abus Granit locks on the doors which they couldn’t break - so they unscrewed/wrenched the hinges off. (I personally would like to have kneecapped whoever was involved and then dissolved them in quicklime - but my husband said stop with the fanciful ideas.) Sally Nolan

[@ultimatehandyman]

Sorry to hear about the break in! I agree with you 👍

[@richardbaker6280]

Hi can you tell me what bolts you used as I’m struggling to find the same ones?

[@adamwest3637]

Richard Baker where do you get that lock?

[@JustBens]

Can you not just force the doors in rather than pull outwards and duck under? If you added a bar bracket to each door as well then all points are connected

[@ultimatehandyman]

There is a stop on the inside at the top and bottom, but I agree two more brackets would make it more secure ;-) Thanks for the comment 👍

[@EccentricEllis]

Wow. That's another project I need to do. Subscribed! Nice one

[@ultimatehandyman]

Thanks for the sub and the comment ;-)

[@yesiownfrodo]

The way this is put on, the brackets will prevent the door from opening more than 45 degrees. This would be a major pain in the rear for a shed. The doors can't fold back.

[@ultimatehandyman]

My doors open 90 degrees with the brackets on!

[@pete_lind]

I think he got angles wrong :-) You cant open your doors 180° but then again the opening aint much bigger between 90° and 180 ° You can also put some hooks on wall to keep your doors open .

[@C.Church]

Acute angle aside, I immediately thought the same thing.

[@therealKINDLE]

Puh! This won't work once you've built me my Terminator! A great idea though, & although some might think this is overkill, you make an important point about the "weakest link". When I worked at Homebase, I had a contretemps with another member of staff for putting a cheap number pad-lock on the tools cupboard. Do you know the ones I mean? They sometimes come in packs of three. I had to quit the talk, & show the bloke how easy it was to twist & buckle the padlock off! Some insensitive words were slurred in exchange for my wisdom!! But I stand by my statement that most small padlocks are useless.

[@ultimatehandyman]

I know the ones you mean, we use similar ones on the lockers on site. They are no good for preventing thieves but stop someone from opening the locker. Thanks for the comment

[@jerrycoombs4657]

What size lock did you use ? I’ve seen this type of Security Shutter lock with an opening of 40mm upward.

[@ultimatehandyman]

I checked this today, the overall size is 70mm and the opening is 30mm, so anything larger than that should be fine. Thanks for the comment

[@jerrycoombs4657]

Thank you, excellent resource, well presented too. Cheers.

[@chaterandrew]

what size lock are you using

[@ultimatehandyman]

I think it was similar to this one- bit.ly/3zDiRZI

[@Jaaammmbbbooo]

Trouble is though that the unistrut is only 2.5mm? Not very thick to cut through?

[@ultimatehandyman]

It makes noise though, when it is being cut through. If a burglar wants to get in they will do, regardless of what you do. This is a quick and simple method to deter opportunist thieves. Thanks for the comment

[@poppypiesdad1]

Shhh let him think its secure

[@Jaaammmbbbooo]

Ohh mate I totally agree, if someone wants to get through they got to cut it which will make a very large amount of noise, especially as my shed is in a courtyard garden. Anyway mate I did this today, I only have 1 door so put a bracket in the center, behind each bracket I put a 500mm piece of unistrut, secure as anything! My issue I have now is that it's pretty snug in the bracket when I'm sliding it along it's getting caught making it quite hard. Any ideas how I can help this, I mean I could grease it but my hands will get greasy everytime I use it! Thanks for the video 👍🏼

[@lukehowe2459]

Hi, do you think this could be fabricated to be used on the inside to hide the fact you have something you really want to keep secure? Great vid.

[@ultimatehandyman]

Yes, you could fabricate something that works on the inside. I made it like this so that it is a visual deterrent for any smack heads that might think it's a quick job! Thanks for the comment

[@C.Church]

For a low tech way like this, I'd paint the hardware the same color as the shed. Camouflage.

[@rickshields498]

I understand there is a lock on one side of the bar, what is on the other end??

[@ultimatehandyman]

Nothing, the padlock goes through the hole in the Unistrut and the bracket, so the bar cannot be removed without removing the padlock. Thanks for the comment

[@JBSeymour]

Really great set of shed security video's. Not come across unistrut before. Where do I get it from?

[@ultimatehandyman]

Thanks, You can get it at most electrical wholesalers, some steel stock holders or ebay- This seller is selling 3 meters for £15.15 delivered fave.co/2haSmS0

[@JBSeymour]

BTW, where's you accent from? Leeds?

[@ultimatehandyman]

Darwen, Lancashire. Thanks for the comments

[@garthqueen]

My take on this project would be to install an Abus High Security hasp and staple with backing plates,drill through and bolt.No chance of levering them off. Second,replace all hinge screws with Torx Pin Security bolts,with nylocs on rear.Even if thief has the correct tamper proof bit,they will only loosen less than 1mm,before just rotating in the hole. Yours is a great visual detterent as well though,and screams "Go away,thieving schwein!" LOL

[@alexwesley9863]

Thank you for your comments o am learning my dtorage init had the lck cut off by the storagr place thrn it eas broken into 3 yesrd 0ater.

[@escapetherace1943]

just mix up some metal glue and seal those bolts down permanently. bonus points = file them so they are round, then metal glue the outside of the bolt like you're caulking it but with metal glue for that clean look. downside is that it's permanent, upside is the thieves also won't be able to fuck with your hinges nearly as easily.

[@bidders77]

would it not still be possible for somone to simply unscrew the hinges and just remove the doors

[@ultimatehandyman]

I don't think you'd get the doors out as they can only be opened outwards, but you could use another two brackets- one on each door which would definitely prevent that from happening. Thanks for the comment

[@greenisgrowthmd8441]

Hello , what kind of lock is that called that you used at the end ?

[@ultimatehandyman]

They call them a few different names- Container lock Shipping container lock Roller shutter padlock etc. Example here on ebay- fave.co/3z0I8iM

[@mustlovedogs272]

3-4 well placed Punji traps would add significantly to the security.

[@ultimatehandyman]

LOL

[@ruthmcgill7482]

I cant find the metal bar you used? Where do you get it? I looked on ebay...

[@ultimatehandyman]

Unistrut is available on eBay, you can also pick it up at most electrical wholesalers or steel stockists fave.co/3dMCXVk

[@jscrewed]

Where could one purchase that lock? Nice video by the way

[@ultimatehandyman]

You can get them on ebay- fave.co/2nVjDOp Thanks for the comment

[@chazsmith4181]

@@ultimatehandyman Do you have a part number for that lock? Going to do this exact same thing. Also is this unistrut the P1047 or P2682?

[@ultimatehandyman]

@@chazsmith4181 No, I don't have a part number, but it was similar to this- fave.co/2G3sHZi I think the Unistrut bracket was the P1047 You'll also need the Unistrut square washers, to space the brackets off.

[@1954BJohn]

Nice one Chez!

[@ultimatehandyman]

Thanks John ;-)

[@danshipstone223]

Story put a flat head screwdriver int key hole of that lock you may find that the " anti drill plate" will pop out and so will al the inards

[@adrianbird6925]

Fantastic idea!!

[@ultimatehandyman]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@danielplume4563]

Where can I get these brackets from? B&q/wickes don't sell them

[@ultimatehandyman]

I normally buy them from a local ironmonger's shop but you can get them on ebay etc. I have also bought them from here in the past- www.thesitebox.com/41-x-41-u-bracket-glav.aspx

[@Petethebuilder]

Where can I buy this set up?

[@ultimatehandyman]

You can get the bits from eBay, just search for Unistrut. Thanks for the comment 👍

[@lorenzoedcano1261]

What is that kind of lock called?

[@ultimatehandyman]

I think they are called shipping container locks- fave.co/32i6EWT Thanks for the comment 👍

[@nrg-5003]

is you're house a home or a prison? first its camera's and alarms now its shed clamps lol. but on a serious note have you been burgled or something? because you're very security conscious. great vid btw

[@ultimatehandyman]

It's funny that because everyone that comes here asks that very question LOL. No, I have never been burgled. I guess they look around and then go somewhere else for an easy life ;-) Thanks for the comment

[@brianyost5131]

What type of lock (manufacturer or model number) is that? I can't find anything like that anywhere!

[@ultimatehandyman]

I think they are called shipping container locks- fave.co/32i6EWT Thanks for the comment 👍

[@miniquigz]

What size coach bolts are you using?

[@ultimatehandyman]

I think they were M12 by about 150mm long (they were left over from a decking job) Thanks for the comment 👍

[@Chris-74]

5:20 So why bother damaging the thread, When you cut it off anyway ?

[@ultimatehandyman]

The bottom bolt would not tighten up. You can't grip anything from outside as coach bolts were used. The thread was not damaged intentionally, but when you grip it with mole grips, it tends to damage the threads, which is why I put the second locking nut on before using the mole grips.

[@scottmclean4237]

hy I am thinking of advertising a shed / gate security service like what u are demonstrating. Can u think of the cheapest material to use ?

[@SkidM3rks]

Cardboard, it's free.

[@ronwest7930]

I was going to comment on someone just cutting the lock.Then i saw the lock you use. Looks like the setup would stop almost everyone except the very determined.

[@ultimatehandyman]

Thanks Ron, this will slow someone down but if they really want to get in they will do. Thanks for the comment

[@ultimatehandyman]

I bought mine from ebay- fave.co/2inEvvR

[@bonhoff67]

What is the bar that you've used. Size and where to buy please.

[@ultimatehandyman]

It is 41mm by 41mm Unistrut. You can buy it from electrical wholesalers or from ebay- fave.co/2IGVmqx Thanks for the comment 👍

[@bonhoff67]

@@ultimatehandyman that's brilliant thanks

[@bonhoff67]

And the padlock and braces if possible please 👍😁

[@ultimatehandyman]

@@bonhoff67 Brackets- fave.co/38KFFK0 You have to select U bracket 41mm from the drop down menu Padlock- fave.co/2IEOg6d

[@bonhoff67]

@@ultimatehandyman thanks very much 👍

[@mrrichard19801]

Great video.

[@ultimatehandyman]

Thanks for the comment

[@alanweir37]

Another good vid, have you tried hitting the end of the stud with a hammer. Never come loose.

[@ultimatehandyman]

No, I have never tried that. I normally use Nyloc's or where the bolt head can't be gripped I use another nut to lock it. Thanks for the comment ;-)

[@oj4544]

Couldn't someone just unscrew the door hinges and push the door inwards and still get in though?

[@ultimatehandyman]

No, the doors have wooden stops on the inside, so they only open outwards 👍

[@tonyrayjones1550]

What size are the unistrut clamps and unistrut bar your using?

[@ultimatehandyman]

The unistrut is 41mm X 41MM I think the brackets used were Unistrut P1047 U channel brackets

[@tonyrayjones1550]

P1047 1-5/8" I found this....the bar is Slotted Strut Channel 12 gauge here in the USA

[@ultimatehandyman]

They must make it in Imperial sizes for the US or perhaps it was originally made in Imperial sizes and is sold in metric sizes in Europe.

[@issy3735]

What is the bar called again?

[@ultimatehandyman]

Unistrut, although another firm called Vantrunk also make something almost identical.

[@13612]

A cordless grinder or reciprocating saw will make short work of either methods of securing that door. You would be better off with a security camera or a commercial steel door and security hardware. A thief will win no matter the method or expense on your end if they want in. Cameras or alarms are truly the best deterrent in my opinion for all the times I have been stolen from. You are better now than before, but still not even close to being secure.

[@ultimatehandyman]

A cordless grinder will cut through any lock, regardless of how expensive it is. Security cameras are useless if the thief wears a hoodie or balaclava! If they want to get in anywhere they will do, but this is a cheap and easy way to make it a bit more difficult ;-)

[@susanmorgan166]

hi what would you recomend for a metal shed with sliding doors

[@ultimatehandyman]

I'd just get the best hasp and padlock that I could. I'd also look at fitting an alarm (if possible)

[@susanmorgan166]

hi thanks just watched your build of yard master shed which is very similar to the one i have mine is 10 x 10 thats the doors i talking about

[@ultimatehandyman]

Are you sure it was me? I don't remember building a yard master shed? Thanks for the comments

[@susanmorgan166]

oooppppppppppppppsssssssssss sorry wrong person

[@ultimatehandyman]

As long as you didn't get me confused with one of the numpties on KZbin ;-)