DIY Simple Window Locks to Keep Your Home Safe
Updated: Oct. 31, 2023
The latches on most double hung windows are no match for a burglar with a pry bar. Pin locks are an easy solution. To install one, all you have to do is drill a hole.
Simple Window Saftey Locks
The latches on most double hung window locks are no match for a burglar with a pry bar. Pin locks are an easy solution. To install one, all you have to do is drill a hole. If you want to lock the window in a partially opened position, drill a second hole. Pin locks are sold at home centers and online. They work well on sliding patio doors too. If you’re looking for repairs, here’s how to fix a double hung window.
Plus, check out these other 13 inexpensive ways to theft-proof your home and locks that cannot be cut with bolt cutters. These tips will make your home more burglar resistant without spending a fortune.
Barn Door Window Treatments
Want a barn door in your home but don't have the space for it? Try barn door window treatments! You can even paint or stain these barn door window treatments to match your decor. Photo: Courtesy of All Things Thrifty
Paint Stick Curtains
This creative DIY window treatment would work well in a child's bedroom or play area. Get a bunch of paint stir sticks, dip them in a paint color of your choice and hang them from a tension rod. Photo: Courtesy of Hallmark Channel
Slipcover Window Treatment
This window treatment uses leftover slipcovers from another project. The DIYer copied another window treatment design for shape, then used their sewing skills to bring it all together. Check out the entire process here. Photo: Courtesy of Days at Buttermilk Cottage
Roman Shade
Here's a new take on a Roman shade. It uses some fun fabric, a little sewing and is attached with a tension rod. Ribbons are added so it can be raised and lowered. Photo: Courtesy of Eve 4 Art
Updated Vinyl Shade
If you have some ugly vinyl shades at home, just give them a fresh coat of paint! Use some spray paint to give a tired shade a fun design and turn it into a work of art. Photo: Courtesy of Projectophile
Stenciled Curtains
If you have some plain curtains, consider stenciling a design on them. These curtains were painted with a foam roller and acrylic paint. Editor's Tip: There’s nothing more disruptive to a night of sleep than excessive sound apart from a cold chilly breeze, these seemingly minor noises can have an outsized impact on your well-being. So, turn to soundproof curtains to block out some of the din. Photo: Courtesy of Simply Designing
Jewelry Topper
Depending on how much window coverage you want, consider using jewelry or small square scarves as a window treatment. Just drape necklaces or scarves over the curtain rod. See more on this and other no-sew window toppers here. Photo: Courtesy of blog.ahrn.com
Scarf Curtains
Even those with very basic sewing skills can put together these scarf curtains. This DIY window treatment is made from the designer's favorite scarves, along with some fabric to fill out the bottom. Photo: Courtesy of In Search of All Things Ameezing
