Security for South African homes that still feel like home
Security in South Africa is not a nice-to-have. It is sleeping safely, keeping wildlife out of your kitchen,
ventilating at night without fear and protecting your family without turning your home into a fortress.
Custom Blinds Shutters & Awnings™ helps you layer shutters, screens, safety bars and latches so your
home feels open and secure at the same time.
Why home security feels different in South Africa
South African homes live with a unique set of pressures. There is crime to consider, but also coastal weather,
estates with strict rules, baboons and monkeys in certain areas and the reality of loadshedding when doors and
windows need to stand open for air. Security here is not just about putting bars on every opening. It is about
designing protection that fits how you live.
- You want to sleep without worrying about open windows or sliding doors
- You need airflow for comfort and health, especially during loadshedding
- You want to keep children, pets and valuables safe
- You might live near wildlife where baboons and monkeys damage property
- You do not want bulky burglar bars that make your home feel like a cage
- Your estate or sectional title has aesthetic guidelines to follow
Good security respects all of this. It protects you quietly in the background while your home still feels light,
livable and welcoming.
Four ways we think about security with you
We look at how different systems can support each other around your home. Shutters,
screens, bars and latches each solve a slightly different problem. Together they create real peace of mind.
Security shutters – strength, privacy and light control in one
Aluminium security shutters have become one of the most trusted ways to secure South African homes. They give
a high level of protection with a clean, modern look and replace the need for separate burglar bars, security
gates and heavy curtains in many openings.
Panels lock into position, making it difficult to force open from the outside, while adjustable louvres let you
balance privacy, airflow and light during the day.
- Strong aluminium construction for doors, sliders and windows
- Lockable systems that help resist forced entry
- Adjustable louvres for privacy and light control
- Suitable for coastal conditions with the right finishes
- Neat appearance that works in estates and modern homes
Security shutters are often the backbone of a home security plan, especially on sliding doors, stacker doors
and vulnerable bedroom or lounge openings.
Security screens – airflow and views with discreet protection
Security screens use high strength mesh and frames to create a barrier that is difficult to cut or force, while
still allowing air and light to pass through. They are designed for clients who want to keep windows and doors
open without feeling exposed.
These systems work well in coastal areas where homes heat up quickly and ventilation is essential, but where
insects, monkeys or intruders are a concern. Screens are also a good option in estates and sectional title
complexes that do not allow heavy burglar bars.
- High strength mesh and frames for added resistance
- Allows cross ventilation while keeping insects and intruders out
- Low visual impact compared to traditional bars and gates
- Can be used on doors, sliders and selected window types
When combined with shutters or safety bars in key locations, security screens help create a home that breathes
without being vulnerable.
Learn more about Security Screens
Safety bars and baboon bars – practical protection for real risks
In parts of the Garden Route and other regions, safety is not only about people. Baboons and monkeys can cause
significant damage if they gain access to kitchens, pantries and entertainment areas. At the same time, you
still need protection against break-ins.
Our safety bars are designed with this in mind. They are engineered to keep wildlife and intruders out while
aiming for a cleaner, more considered look than many heavy burglar bar systems. The goal is robust protection
that does not dominate your architecture.
- Helps prevent baboons and monkeys from entering your home
- Provides a physical barrier against opportunistic break-ins
- Designed with coastal durability and low maintenance in mind
- Can be used on windows, certain doors and service areas
Safety bars are often used together with shutters or screens so that each opening gets the level of protection
it needs without over or under securing the space.
Safety latches – secure ventilation and simple everyday protection
Not every opening needs a full shutter or bar system. Safety latches, like LockLatch style hardware, create a
controlled gap so you can leave windows or doors slightly open without allowing easy access. They are a simple,
effective way to add security to everyday living.
These solutions are often used on bedroom windows, passage windows, kitchen hatches and sliding doors where
you want fresh air, but not the risk of someone or something entering while you are asleep or away.
- Helps secure night-time or daytime ventilation
- Useful for child safety and pet safety at windows and doors
- Can assist in deterring baboons and opportunistic intruders
- Relatively quick to install and integrate with existing openings
Safety latches are rarely a full solution on their own, but they are a valuable layer in a multi-point security
plan for many South African homes.
Learn more about LockLatch Safety Latches
Why work with Custom Blinds for home security
Custom Blinds Shutters & Awnings™ has worked along the Garden Route and beyond for more than a decade,
installing blinds, shutters, awnings, safety bars and outdoor systems in homes that face real South African
conditions.
- Experience with coastal weather, salt air and wildlife pressures
- Solutions that balance security with light, airflow and privacy
- Attention to estate guidelines and architectural style
- Design, supply and installation managed as one process
- Support and guidance if you are unsure where to start
Our goal is not to fill every opening with the heaviest product. It is to help you build a layered plan that feels
calm and livable while quietly protecting what matters most.
Ready to talk about security for your home
If you are unsure whether you need shutters, screens, bars or simple latches, we can talk through your layout and
risk points and suggest a sensible starting plan.
You are welcome to send photos, measurements or a basic sketch. We will look at how you live in the space and
recommend options that match your budget and level of concern.
