Extend Security Bar Installation: Adding Bars or Panels Later

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You can extend an existing security bar installation by adding bars or panels to a window or balcony, provided the new sections match the original profile, finish and fixing points. The process starts with an on-site measurement, followed by a drawing, client approval, factory production and installation.

Why Owners Extend Existing Bars

Needs change over time. A new child in the house, a ground-floor window that now faces a busier street, or a balcony that has become a play area are all common reasons to add protection. Sometimes an extra window or door opening is simply added during renovation.

Extending an existing installation is often more practical than replacing everything. The goal is to add security where it is needed while keeping the look and function of the original work.

Measuring the Existing Installation

Our technician visits the site and measures the existing bars, frames and the wall or masonry they are fixed to. We note the bar spacing, profile size, finish color and the type of fixing used, so the new sections match.

Opening width and height for each new section
Position of the existing frame and fixing points
Condition of the wall, plaster and anchors
Photos of the current installation from several angles

Planning Compatible Additions

Once measured, we prepare a written specification and drawing showing where the new bars or panels will go. We check whether the existing frame can take the added load and whether the new sections can be joined neatly to the old ones.

Where exact load values or structural requirements matter, we confirm them with the engineer. We follow the general guidance of the Israeli railing standard SI 1142 for balcony applications, and we explain the plan to you before anything is produced.

Client Approval Before Production

We send the drawing and specification for your review. Please check the dimensions, bar layout, opening direction for any gate or panel, and the finish you want. Small changes are easier to make at this stage than after production.

Once you approve in writing, we move to the factory. This avoids surprises and keeps the work on track.

Factory Production and Finishing

The new sections are cut, welded and assembled in our workshop at 37 Rival Street, Tel Aviv. Iron elements are finished by hot-dip galvanizing and powder coating, so the color and protection match the existing installation as closely as possible.

Working in the factory gives us better control over straightness, welds and finish than working on site alone, which helps the new parts sit neatly beside the old ones.

Installation and Final Check

Our team installs the new bars or panels and fixes them securely to the wall or frame. We check alignment with the existing work, test any moving parts and clean up the site before leaving.

After installation, we recommend a simple periodic check of fixings and finish, especially on balconies exposed to rain and sea air.

Frequently asked questions

Can any security bar installation be extended?

Most can, but the new sections must match the original profile, spacing and fixing method. We check this during the on-site measurement before recommending an extension.

Will the new bars match the color of the old ones?

We aim for a close match by using the same finish process and color. Exact matches can vary slightly over time, so we discuss this during planning.

Do I need to remove the existing bars?

Usually not. In most cases the new sections are added alongside the existing installation, unless the layout requires changes we will explain in the plan.

How do I start an extension request?

Send us photos of the current installation and the area you want to extend. We will then arrange an on-site measurement and prepare a drawing for your approval.

Common mistakes to avoid

A common mistake is adding a section without checking whether the existing frame and wall can carry it, or ordering new parts without measuring the current installation first. Both can lead to poor fit and visible differences in finish.

Our recommendation

Before ordering, have the existing installation measured and photographed so the new work matches in profile, spacing and finish. Ask for the drawing to be approved in writing before production begins.

Summary

Extending a security bar installation is practical when the new work is measured, planned and produced to match the original. A careful process gives you added protection without losing the look of your existing installation.

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