Cut-Proof Security Screens for Windows and Doors
Fortress Screens are permanently installed stainless steel security screens that stop break-ins, smash-and-grab attacks, and forced entry through windows and doors. The mesh is cut-proof and impact-proof with 120,000 lbs of tensile strength. An intruder cannot cut through it, break through it, or pry it from the frame.
Unlike security bars or grilles, Fortress Screens are nearly invisible from inside. You see out clearly, like looking through a standard window screen. From outside, the mesh reduces visibility into your home or building. Real security without making your property look like a fortress.
How Security Screens Protect Your Property
Most break-ins happen through windows and doors. A standard window screen offers zero resistance. Even locked windows can be smashed in seconds. Once the glass breaks, an intruder is inside.
Fortress Screens add a permanent barrier between the outside world and your glass. The stainless steel mesh cannot be cut with knives, box cutters, or standard cutting tools. It cannot be kicked in or broken with blunt force. Even if someone manages to break the glass behind the screen, the mesh stays intact and blocks entry.
This is not a film or a coating. It is a 12x12 per square inch stainless steel mesh in a structural aluminum frame, permanently mounted to the exterior of your building. There are no moving parts, no electronics, no batteries, and nothing that can be disabled.
What Security Screens Stop
- Smash-and-grab attacks: The mesh holds even when glass is broken behind it. Inventory, equipment, and valuables stay protected.
- Forced entry through windows: Cut-proof mesh prevents intruders from slicing through to reach window locks or handles.
- Forced entry through doors: Screen doors with the same mesh protect sliding doors, front doors, and back doors.
- Prying and leverage attacks: The structural aluminum frame is anchored to the building. It does not pop out under force.
- Opportunistic break-ins: The visible mesh acts as a deterrent. Most intruders move on to an easier target.
Security Without Bars
Traditional security bars and grilles work, but they make buildings look like they are in a high-crime area. They block natural light. They make occupants feel closed in. And in an emergency, they can trap people inside.
Fortress Screens provide the same level of protection with none of those drawbacks. The stainless steel mesh is nearly invisible from inside, preserves natural light, and maintains the appearance of your building. Egress screens are installed in bedrooms for emergency exit.
For commercial properties, security screens protect storefronts and glass facades without the visual impact of roll-down gates or metal shutters. Your business looks open and inviting during the day, and protected at all times.
Specifications
- Mesh material: Stainless steel, 12x12 per square inch
- Tensile strength: 120,000 lbs
- Cut resistance: Cut-proof against knives, blades, and standard cutting tools
- Impact resistance: Impact-proof against blunt force and thrown objects
- Frame material: Structural aluminum
- Frame colors: White, Bronze, Black (premium custom colors available)
- Installation: Permanent mount to exterior of building
- Applications: Windows, doors, sliding doors, storefronts, patios, lanais, skylights
What Buildings We Protect
Fortress Screens are custom built for any opening on any building type.
Residential
Windows, front and back doors, sliding glass doors, lanais, and sunrooms. Security screens protect your home 24/7 without changing how it looks. You see out clearly. Intruders cannot get in.
Commercial
Storefronts, glass facades, office windows, retail locations, gas stations, and restaurants. Protect inventory, equipment, cash registers, and employees from smash-and-grab and after-hours break-ins. No roll-down gates needed.
Schools and Universities
Classroom windows, entry points, and administrative offices. Cut-proof and impact-proof barriers at every opening without blocking natural light or visibility. Security screens work alongside existing safety protocols.
Government and Public Buildings
Municipal buildings, city halls, libraries, community centers, and public works facilities. Protect public infrastructure, employees, and records with a permanent installation that requires no daily operation.
Correctional Facilities
Cell-block windows and perimeter openings where cut-proof and impact-proof barriers are required. 120,000 lbs tensile strength with no moving parts to fail.
Medical Facilities
Hospitals, clinics, and medical offices. Protect sensitive equipment, pharmacies, and patient areas without blocking light or visibility. Permanent installation means no storm prep disrupts patient care.
Hurricane and Energy Savings Included
Every Fortress Screens security screen also provides Category 5 hurricane protection and energy savings. The same mesh that stops an intruder also blocks up to 90% of hurricane wind pressure and reduces solar heat gain through your windows.
You do not need to buy three separate products. One screen. Three solutions.
Fortress Screens are certified under the Florida Building Code (FL32125.1-R2 / FL32125.2-R2) and NAMI (NI014823-R2 / NI014824-R2). They qualify for insurance premium discounts as impact-rated protection.
Warranty
Fortress Screens LLC warrants the product and its components from the date of installation:
- Frame structural integrity: 10 years
- Screen/frame attachment system: 5 years
- Stainless steel mesh (corrosion): 2 years
- Paint (chipping, cracking, delaminating): 5 years
- Frame corrosion: 5 years
Get a Free Estimate
Submit your info at fortressscreens.com/get-a-quote or call (813) 515-7349. The team will schedule an onsite visit, bring screen samples, take measurements of all your openings, and provide a quote, typically same day for residential projects.
Budget roughly $1,000 per opening as a starting estimate. Actual pricing depends on measurements, quantity, frame color, and project complexity. Financing is available through Hearth with no loan origination fees.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are security screens really cut-proof?
Yes. The stainless steel mesh cannot be cut with knives, box cutters, or standard cutting tools. The mesh has 120,000 lbs of tensile strength and is permanently mounted in a structural aluminum frame.
Do security screens block your view?
No. The stainless steel mesh provides full visibility from inside, similar to a standard window screen. From outside, the mesh reduces visibility into your home, adding privacy.
Do security screens also protect against hurricanes?
Yes. Every Fortress Screens security screen is also Category 5 hurricane rated. The same mesh that stops intruders blocks up to 90% of hurricane wind pressure and absorbs debris impact. Hurricane protection comes standard.
Can security screens be installed on commercial buildings?
Yes. Storefronts, office buildings, retail locations, schools, government buildings, medical facilities, and more. Fortress Screens protect any window or door opening on any building type.
How do security screens compare to security bars?
Security bars block natural light, make buildings look closed off, and can trap occupants in emergencies. Fortress Screens provide the same protection while maintaining full visibility, natural light, and emergency egress. They are nearly invisible from inside.
Do security screens stop smash-and-grab attacks?
Yes. Even if the glass behind the screen is broken, the stainless steel mesh stays intact and blocks entry. Inventory, equipment, and valuables remain protected.
How much do security screens cost?
Budget roughly $1,000 per opening. Actual pricing depends on size, quantity, and project specifics. Free estimates are provided to all prospects.
Can you exit through security screens in an emergency?
Yes. Egress screens are required in every bedroom. Additional egress screens per room are optional.
