Pattern ideas
- Simple vertical bars. Strong, economical and easy to clean.
- Geometric and lattice. Modern look with diamond or square grids.
- Scrolled and floral. Traditional decorative ironwork.
- Slatted or laser-cut panels. Privacy with airflow.
Swing and sliding grills
Swing grills fit like a second door, while sliding or folding grills suit narrow entrances and balconies. Choose the type that suits space and the direction of the main door. Check that opening does not hit the main door.
Mesh and bars
Add stainless mesh to keep out insects while letting air in, and use bars at close spacing so hands cannot reach the latch. Strong welded joints matter more than the pattern.
Locks and hinges
Use heavy hinges and a good lock, often a deadbolt or a mortise lock, with a keeper on a solid frame. Hide the lock from reach through the bars where possible. See main door locks.
Fire escape and child safety
A locked grill can trap people in a fire, so keep a key near the inside of the door and make sure every adult can open it quickly. For children, fit a high latch and ensure bars are too close for climbing hazards.
Powder coating and rust
Use primer and powder coating or galvanising to resist rust, and repaint chipped areas. Cheap paint peels in monsoon months.
Indicative rates
These ranges show common fabrication figures and vary with steel price.
| Item | Indicative range |
|---|---|
| Simple bar grill door, per sq ft | PKR 500 - 900 |
| Decorative scrolled grill, per sq ft | PKR 800 - 1,800 |
| Sliding or folding grill, per sq ft | PKR 700 - 1,500 |
| Mesh insert, per sq ft | PKR 80 - 250 |
| Lock, hinges and fitting | PKR 3,000 - 12,000 |
Prices move with brand, model, size and stock. Use these ranges to judge a quote, then compare the exact model and what is included.
Fitting tips
Ensure frames are fixed into solid masonry or concrete and check welds. Fitting should be done by a trained locksmith or carpenter, and the door, frame and hinges checked for fit and strength first.
Before you decide
Choose strength first and looks second, keep a fire exit key nearby and protect against rust. Compare at least two quotes on the same specification, keep the invoice and warranty card, ask for the model name in writing and test the product before paying in full. Photographs of the delivered item and its packaging make any claim simpler, and prices change with exchange rates and stock, so confirm the current figure before you decide. If a seller cannot answer a simple technical question, ask elsewhere, and never pay the whole amount until the goods match the written order. Ask how long the product has been in stock and whether spares are available later.
Frequently Asked Questions
A steel or iron grill door fitted outside the main door for extra security and ventilation. Ask for the specification in writing so you can compare quotes on the same basis. Check the warranty terms and who honours them before you pay.
Indicative fabrication rates run from about PKR 500 to 1,800 per square foot plus fittings. Check the warranty terms and who honours them before you pay. Measure carefully and confirm sizes with the seller before ordering. Rates and stock change, so confirm the current position before you commit.
Yes, so keep a key near the door. Measure carefully and confirm sizes with the seller before ordering. Rates and stock change, so confirm the current position before you commit. If you are unsure, send a photo and the measurements and we will advise.
Use primer and powder coating or galvanising. Rates and stock change, so confirm the current position before you commit. If you are unsure, send a photo and the measurements and we will advise. Ask for the specification in writing so you can compare quotes on the same basis.
Simple welded bars are strong and economical. If you are unsure, send a photo and the measurements and we will advise. Ask for the specification in writing so you can compare quotes on the same basis. Check the warranty terms and who honours them before you pay.
Send the quantity, the size or rating and a photo of the space. We reply with a written rate that names the model and the warranty, and lists what is and is not included, so the comparison with other sellers is fair.