prov163 Posted February 26, 2016 Report Share Posted February 26, 2016 I am expanding my gun collection but like to keep them concealed at home. I really don't like gun safes - too industrial. I'm planning to build some new furniture for the house anyway, Shaker Style mainly. It would be great to include some varying levels of concealment in the design and final product. Do any of you have experience building this kind of furniture, and if so, would you be wiling to share it with me? Also, any resources you'd recommend - plans, videos, etc. would be great. Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wdwerker Posted February 26, 2016 Report Share Posted February 26, 2016 I have built concealed compartments and drawers. If they can't find it they can't steal it ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brendon_t Posted February 26, 2016 Report Share Posted February 26, 2016 Ok guys, let's try to Not get this one locked. Are you talking concealment of handgun or long guns? a few years ago I build a folded military honor flag case for a friend. The case was about 6" deep so the feet most side was able to slide down concealing a full frame. It was sized to fit a 1911 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wdwerker Posted February 26, 2016 Report Share Posted February 26, 2016 A drawer or false access panel in the toe kick of a base cabinet or the base of a piece of furniture is an excellent place to conceal long guns. Creative use of those magnetic childproof locks for kitchen cabinets will save you hours trying to come up with latching mechanisms on your own. Did you watch the video on the ash chest ? He had a great release for a hidden drawer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JosephThomas Posted February 26, 2016 Report Share Posted February 26, 2016 @prov163 Are you hoping to make a single piece of furniture solely for concealing the collection? Or were you hoping to have multiple pieces around the house, with each one concealing an item? On a similar note, and for a somewhat similar purpose, I was wondering if anyone has ever made any metal-reinforced furniture (looks like normal wood furniture from the outside, some type of metal frame on the inside) ...this would keep someone from simply breaking it apart with a hammer or axe to steal the contents. Perhaps an easier way to picture it would be imagining a light-duty metal safe with a wood veneer... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woodbutcher74 Posted February 26, 2016 Report Share Posted February 26, 2016 Go to You Tube and search weapon concealment cabinet. There's several examples and some pretty ingenious ideas. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ncfowler Posted February 26, 2016 Report Share Posted February 26, 2016 My friend is always send me photos on face book of concealment furniture, I guess he's hinting, Take a look at Pinterest, they have some good ideas, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amateur eric Posted February 26, 2016 Report Share Posted February 26, 2016 That's one I'm working on myself. I have a friend of mine that's building a Bed set that has a compartment on each post of the headboard to hold his and his wife's matching 9mm. If I can remember I'll get a picture of it when I see it next week. Pinterest has a lot of ideas. Also, look up "Tactical Walls" on YouTube. They have some genius ideas there if you can go off of their design but make it your own Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toddclippinger Posted February 26, 2016 Report Share Posted February 26, 2016 I always thought that seating would make a great way to secretly store belongings. Intruders don't typically try to open couches, chairs and ottomans. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wdwerker Posted February 26, 2016 Report Share Posted February 26, 2016 If you are building free standing furniture with concealment I would test that the compartment doesn't pop open if the piece gets tipped over or turned upside down. A sofa could be tipped over if they are trying to look under it. Tables flipped over for the shear destructiveness . If you want the metal insides that were mentioned earlier I would buy a metal gun case and build around it. That's got to be more affordable and functional than having something custom made in metal. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toddclippinger Posted February 26, 2016 Report Share Posted February 26, 2016 12 minutes ago, wdwerker said: If you are building free standing furniture with concealment I would test that the compartment doesn't pop open if the piece gets tipped over or turned upside down. A sofa could be tipped over if they are trying to look under it. Tables flipped over for the shear destructiveness . If you want the metal insides that were mentioned earlier I would buy a metal gun case and build around it. That's got to be more affordable and functional than having something custom made in metal. You make a good point. Problem solving for these issues is part of the journey. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chestnut Posted February 26, 2016 Report Share Posted February 26, 2016 Just an idea but a good place for lots of large storage would be in the apron of a larger dining table. The design could be similar to Marc's gaming table except make the top 1 piece that lifts off. It would have to be purely for concealed storage because there wouldn't be quick access. A 42" x 84" dining table could hold a lot under the top between the aprons. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toddclippinger Posted February 26, 2016 Report Share Posted February 26, 2016 2 minutes ago, Chestnut said: Just an idea but a good place for lots of large storage would be in the apron of a larger dining table. The design could be similar to Marc's gaming table except make the top 1 piece that lifts off. It would have to be purely for concealed storage because there wouldn't be quick access. A 42" x 84" dining table could hold a lot under the top between the aprons. Hiding in plain site. This one is a great idea because as you stand in the room, you see the table top, underneath of it and it is clear that it has nothing to offer an intruder. A dining table and chairs is something you have to walk around to get to the furniture that stores valuables like the dresser or under the bed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
prov163 Posted February 26, 2016 Author Report Share Posted February 26, 2016 Great response so far guys. A couple of clarifying notes: Initially I am going to be building a pair of matching nightstands for the bedroom and an end table for next to my living room chair, so those will be the guinea pigs for the process. There will be other free standing furniture in the near future so I would like to incorporate these hidden compartments, though not always for gun storage. My son is a LEO so I want to build him a flag, kind of like Amateur Eric's picture, but with a "Blue Lives Matter" theme. ***Please note that is not a political statement in any fashion*** If that goes well, I might be able to sell a few to other local LEO for which I'd donate the profits to buy stuffed animals for kids in domestic violence cases. Hinges and latches are of course key elements. Wdwerker, tell me more about the latches you are talking about. Is the "Ash Chest" one of Marc's videos? I'm way behind on Marc's stuff due to extra stress at work this time of year. I really appreciate your input and suggestions. Keep it coming! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bart Posted February 26, 2016 Report Share Posted February 26, 2016 2 hours ago, amateur eric said: I have a friend of mine that's building a Bed set that has a compartment on each post of the headboard to hold his and his wife's matching 9mm. Holy crap, there's an incentive never to fight in bed. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amateur eric Posted February 26, 2016 Report Share Posted February 26, 2016 I have a friend of mine that's building a Bed set that has a compartment on each post of the headboard to hold his and his wife's matching 9mm. Holy crap, there's an incentive never to fight in bed. Haha no kidding! He said the same thing when we talked about it Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wdwerker Posted February 26, 2016 Report Share Posted February 26, 2016 Rev a shelf child safety locks. They are available almost everywhere. Lots of great magnets at K&J Magnetics for holding panels in place etc. DenisOrlov posted a video of his ash chest build recently. It shows an interior divider that has to be lifted before the secret drawer under the chest would pull out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Rapid Roger Posted February 26, 2016 Popular Post Report Share Posted February 26, 2016 I made a wooden book once for the very reason of concealment. But, the title may have been a bit of a tip off. Rog 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brendon_t Posted February 26, 2016 Report Share Posted February 26, 2016 Rog, that is too cool. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gary-ks Posted February 26, 2016 Report Share Posted February 26, 2016 Here are just a few I found searching the web................... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rapid Roger Posted February 26, 2016 Report Share Posted February 26, 2016 4 hours ago, Brendon_t said: Rog, that is too cool. Thank you. It was for a friend. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wtnhighlander Posted February 27, 2016 Report Share Posted February 27, 2016 I made a wooden book once for the very reason of concealment. But, the title may have been a bit of a tip off. Rog Sorry to the OP for hijacking, but Rog, would you consider sharing the construction details on that hinge? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pwalter5110 Posted February 27, 2016 Report Share Posted February 27, 2016 Have any of you guys seen this? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rapid Roger Posted February 27, 2016 Report Share Posted February 27, 2016 14 hours ago, wtnhighlander said: Sorry to the OP for hijacking, but Rog, would you consider sharing the construction details on that hinge? It is not hard really. Except for drilling the hole from each end for the brass rod that acts as the pivot pin. I've used this type of wooden hinge on other projects as well. Rog 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tomsteve Posted February 28, 2016 Report Share Posted February 28, 2016 im working on some concealment furniture for a couple different customers. what im building i made the plans myself by listening to what the customers wanted.one thing i HIGHLY suggest is DO NOT build exactly like what these companies on youtube and the www show. think about it: not all theives are druggies breaking in for quick money. there are professional theives. they look on the web ,see the videos of concealment furniture- furniture the makers are so proud to show exactly how to get into......... pro theives arent dumb. think outside the box and practical. if your lookin for concealment you dont want quick access to, look at stealthlocks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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