How to Install a Grisham Window Bar Quick Release Unit

[@williamreynolds7194]

I paid to have installed six of these window releases on some triplex apartment units. Within two-three years, the releases were unworkable. The cables freeze-up inside the coiled cable sheaths. About the only way to keep them free is with constant applications of oil. A real mess. Since then, we've changed everything to the push-button releases. Much better.

[@sharondarlene7422]

What type of push-button release did you use? Are they compatible with the Grisham system or did you have to do something with them to make them work? Thanks.

[@williamreynolds7194]

I hired a welder to replace the cable-operated releases. The new releases have a notched pin welded to the bars, the pin engages a steel box bolted to the wall. Inside the box is a spring loaded latch that is released from inside the building by placing your finger under a plastic guard, and pushing outward on a plastic button. The button is mounted on a rod that extends through the wall and into the back of the exterior steel box. They are easily operated. One supplier I know of is KingMetals.com. My latch is this one: www.kingmetals.com/Catalog/ItemContent.aspx?ItemNumber=3419

[@sharondarlene7422]

Did you use the ones from Kingmetals? Thank you so much for replying.

[@Security9260]

All Bars and components are Grisham Bros, brand.

[@sharondarlene7422]

Nevermind, you already answered above. Sorry!

[@stettan1754]

Very thorough step by step video! Thank you.

[@williamreynolds7194]

The system I was forced to replace is shown in this video: th-cam.com/video/p7g8wUiyJcY/w-d-xo.html It is my belief that this foot-stirrup or "kick" system will get you killed. Especially if you are barefoot. The pushbutton or lever release system is far easier to use.

[@TES-bt8sv]

Based on an anatomy of a window frame, you'd have to drill your hole 2" away from the outside frame of the window to hit the center of the crippler studs (2: 2x4's nailed together). However, this video is showing the hole drilled about 6" away from the outside edge of the window frame.

[@Adam-gn4oo]

yes you are correct but because code requires that studs be placed 16" on center you could have a stud right next to the doubled up 2x4's or anywear else that 16 on center lands such as 6" away.

[@carlosprecencion4512]

Does anyone know how to use it with the kick pedal? I can’t remove the kit anymore and now my window won’t unlock

[@humanbutchery9412]

How do make it close after you open

[@andresanibalperalta7967]

Ventana de Abogados = Lawyers Window

[@916horse]

Thanks help a lot did 3 of them

[@etmesi]

My window is 36.5 Inches by 60 Inch tall, I don't see to find this, or do you just put a 36 don't cover the whole window?

[@grishambros7662]

We do have available a 36" x 54 tall unit. That would give you roughly 6 inches to split between the upper and lower section of the window bar. Here`s a link to the unit: www.homedepot.com/p/Grisham-36-in-x-54-in-Spear-Point-Window-Bar-Guard-WB3654BK/202770089
Thank You, Grisham Bros.

[@erichansen6161]

This has been a bear to install but I've gotten them on. I don't understand how to cut the coiled shielding off. Do you need a special file of some sort because mine isn't making a dent in it.

[@Security9260]

Eric, you want to notch the external sleeve and then snap it off. You can use a file or with a hack saw very carefully as to not cut the internal release wire. Thank You.

[@bigworm5024]

How do you keep the bullets from flopping around after the bars are released? Theres no hardware to keep these from moving around so you have to hold both of them straight before you can close it. This seems like a good idea with a poor design.

[@grishambros7662]

Generally the bullets fit snug and you would not experience any flopping. You can crimp the horizontal tube against the bullet fitting to hold in place. Thank You, Grisham Bros.

[@BeljicaPeak]

Screws into siding rather than a stud... I could pop them out with a big screwdriver or small pry bar.

[@grishambros7662]

The 3 inch Screws were driven directly into the crippler studs that support the header directly behind the siding.Thank You, Grisham Bros.

[@moviejose3249]

Crooks carry screwdrivers also, do those screw heads have a unique pattern

[@BeljicaPeak]

GrishamBros I see now that stud shows on diagram, while installer appears to be drilling away from stud.

[@grishambros7662]

Wendy,It is necessary to capture a stud behind the wall to securely fasten the window bar. The pattern on the 5/8" in. screw head does not allow backing out the screw with any conventional tools.Thank You,Grisham Bros.

[@grishambros7662]

Wendy,Screws were driven into the crippler studs. Could have also been driven into and through the window trim and into the wall cavity studs. Thank You, Grisham Bros.

[@roxyrosales6462]

these are a joke..locks on the outside, screws on the outside (easily unscrewed about 6 different ways) the bars are hollow..on a larger, say 6 foot window with same hollow bar design and I could break it with my hands...maybe down to a 4 or even the 3 depending on the welder that day (endless factors for man or machine done) and the integirty of the screws (how close to center. how good of wood, type length of screw, sunk properly, etc)..would depend on my motivation..plus those cables they use are junk..buy solid bars..I'm making my own custom iron bars and releases for my house.solid iron artistic design SAFE and SECURE and beautiful...just got to convince the wife (Roxy) to let me put the faces on the sun and the moon for the front gates!!! And just for the record I'm making a LED light ( with wireless programmable controller) embedded mixed color epoxy resin and wood river recycled oak plank overlay for the fiery edged diamond plate steel rays of the Sun for the left gate and basically the same for the stars on the right gate that will have a moon..the overlay planks will be the "same" shape as the rays/stars just smaller so that they leave a 1/2" or so of steel border ...also only half the rays/ stars are going to be the solid plate, the other half are going to be outlined with hand shaped 14mm solid round and square stock. The best part (for now of the door) is going to be the visually hidden man door in the left main door. basically you wont be able to tell the Sun design is split in the middle and half will be on a frame that will be inside on the main frame. and the main frame ( which is all I have completed after a couple hours a day every couple days for the last couple weeks) is 60 3/4" W X 80" HIgh made out hand fab'd 3/16" diamond plate steel 3-1/2" x 3 -1/2" X 3-1/2" U-CHANNEL!
The best part for later will be the high voltage stun gun prod rails along the top which can be a deterrent on their own or act as an igniter for the jets on the manifolds that will be hidden inside the u channel. the manfolds will be equipped with whatever the &*$% I want from propane to used motor oil and of course one dedicated for water misters as outside AC for the summer. OF course sensors, audio/video intercom, P.A. and deterrent siren, and all the other basics.

[@grishambros7662]

You have a lot going on there. Innovation is what drives our countries economy.Grisham Bros.

[@roxyrosales6462]

@@grishambros7662 its for our baja beach house and the wife wants to feel safe there while i travel for work so she doesn't always have keep going boack and forth to US. Plus don't forget the coming zombie apocalypse/civil war/natural disaster/etc..
also I'm using almost exlusively recycle materials/parts...only new components will be epoxy ( i'll try to find leftovers/unwanted) and the LED's may have to be new. I have parts to build everything else from trash or recycling yard.

[@strawberryme08]

How does this protect your of its on the outside? Robbers could just unscrew it and get in 😬 need it inside the house window

[@grishambros7662]

Tina, the installation screws are non-reversing safety screws. Would require cutting tools to remove. Important to note the window bar unit swings outward for clear egress passage. Thank you, Grisham Bros.

[@edwinchitay6511]

I need a offset bracket, where can I find one?

[@Security9260]

If you are refering to the stand off brackets. Can be purchased at any bix box store.

[@joehentalack2443]

so if a burglar comes along with a flat head screw driver ,he not only steals your stuff but also leaves with your window bars

[@grishambros7662]

The installation screws are non-reversing and would require the use of specialty tools to do so. Flat head screwdriver would be on no use.

[@ThenitetimeGamer]

The video says to use a 1/2" drill but but the manual says to use a 7/16". Which is right?

[@grishambros7662]

7/16" would correct. Thank you, Grisham Bros.

[@johno.3693]

Where can I buy two 36" quick release security bars like those. Our neighbors house was robbed last month. We are worried about our families safety, along with our heirlooms.

[@TES-bt8sv]

Home Depot

[@roxyrosales6462]

Don't these are a joke..locks on the outside, screws on the outside (easily unscrewed about 6 differnet ways) the bars are hollow..on a larger, say 6 foot window with same hollow bar desing and I could break it with my hands...maybe down to a 4 or even the 3..would depend on my motivation..plus those cables sthey use are junk..buy solid bars..I'm making my own custom iron bars and releases for my house.solid iron artistic design SAFE and SECURE!

[@christinahernandez1724]

I have the one where you pull it but I can’t pull it it’s too hard

[@grishambros7662]

Christina,I`m not familiar with the pull type release, since the Grisham unit has the foot kick release system. Difficult to know exactly what you are experiencing. Could be an alignment issue with the latching prongs. Thank You,Grisham Bros

[@erichansen6161]

What if you're mounting these on a brick house?

[@Security9260]

Same process. Might require wall anchors, but generally the screws will bite into the brick very well.

[@SubFT]

You may need a hammer drill and masonry drill bit as well for getting through the brick.

[@Fabester71]

Are window bars to keep people out or in, looks like a zoo or jail that sucks

[@grishambros7662]

In some cases, the bars do add to the esthetics of perhaps a Spanish style home that is seen throughout California, and in other cases not as pleasing. We live in a different world now and it’s not easy keeping what you own from intruders. Violent crimes are up dramatically and surprisingly forced entry is down by 75% since 1980. I guess you could contribute the decline to better protected homes.
Below crime statistics
There are 2.5 million burglaries annually in the United States. 66% of these are home invasions. (US Department of Justice)
Every 15 seconds a home burglary occurs in the United States. (Crimepreventiontips.com)
Homes without a security system are 300% more likely to be broken into and burglarized. (Alarms.org)
46.9% of people don’t have a home security system installed in their home. (The Zebra)
83% of would-be burglars check for the presence of an alarm system before attempting a break-in. (FBI)
34% of burglars use the front door when breaking into a home. (Bureau of Justice)
Police solve only 13% of reported burglary cases. (Pew Research Center)
Thank You,
Grisham Bros

[@brucemasson]

This wouldn't stop a fly.. Don't waste your $$$

[@kimmydaisymaltese1111]

This window bars seems easy to break apart.

[@grishambros7662]

Structural integrity is underestimated. Have never received a complaint for product failure.

[@electricamir248]

The mechanism doesn't hold shut. I don't see any adjustment

[@grishambros7662]

Its possible that you have too much tension at the foot release and in turn the lock bodies units are in open or slightly open position. In turn the locking bullets will not capture within the lock bodies. Hope this helps....

[@electricamir248]

@@grishambros7662 I had to take 1/8" off the end of the holding mechanism tube. I measured carefully to make sure this was the problem. I'm more than a little disappointed in this product.
When you have to push on the kick release are you supposed to put shoes on first?

[@TES-bt8sv]

I;m having the same problem with several of mine not holding shut. Obviously I can not see inside of the latching tube so I can not tell if the latch is not closing on the bar as it enters or if the end of the bar is not even reaching the latch. What 'electricamir248' did makes sense.

[@coreyalden5156]

@@TES-bt8sv Gotta grind off the holding bracket tube about 1/8". It's a piece of shit product. I was able to use an angle grinder to grind off just enough to get it to latch.

[@21centuryg]

Are these good at preventing people from breaking into my home?

[@21boxhead]

nope they can break window and use a stick to open the quick release

[@TES-bt8sv]

Iron bars never can never really 'prevent' anyone from breaking in. You can cut through a bar in less than 30 seconds and yes, theoretically one could break the window and use a stick to push the release. Yet in reality, a burglar won't go through this effort if he/she can go to your neighbor's house that may not have security bars. If you are in fear for your safety, you should have a 'plan B' as to what you would do if someone was breaching the bars, such as a panic alarm or a firearm or some other escape plan. I have security bars and what they do for me is give me 'time', yet this will be a very rare event.

[@rsz90182]

It's year 2024 and they use flat head screws.

[@grishambros7662]

Not flat Head screws. Specially designed non-Reversing safety screws.

[@sherolbobb3548]

Aorlions in concert

[@lynntalmon]

This voice is so annoying

[@grishambros7662]

I get it. Thanks grisham bros.