Wall Safes

Wall safes are often smaller safes that can be hidden from view to provide additional security for valuables. Wall safes are sometimes considered to be even more effective than a standard safe because, as well as breaking the lock, the potential burglar must also find the safe within the wall. Like standard safes, they are an excellent way to store valuable items or documents and have become very common in homes across the United States.

Of course, wall safes are designed to protect against potential thieves but many models are now available that also protect against fire, dust, water, and even harmful gasses. These advanced wall safes are fitted with an air-tight seal so that when they close all the air is sealed outside. Some wall safes are also designed to protect against radiation and are lined with lead.

Most wall safes are made from thick steel and can use a number of different locking devices. Combination locks are common in many wall safes but key locks can also be found as well as high-security models that feature biometric (using a finger or retinal scan) locks. Time locks are also available in many wall safes and digital combination locks have become increasingly popular in recent years. Digital combination locks allow for long combinations that are less likely to be broken.

The placement of a wall safe plays a very important role in the security it will be able to provide. They are often placed behind pictures, wood paneling, and false curtains. Smaller wall safes are also made that are designed to look exactly like a standard wall power outlet. The first line of defense for a wall safe is choosing a location that will not appear as a likely spot for holding a safe.