The advantages of a cupboard safe

Whether you want a safe for valuables at home or in the workplace, there are many different types of safe available, and which suit different needs. These include safes of varying size and shape, and also safes which are visible and freestanding, and can be bolted to the floor or wall. And they can also include safes which can be hidden from view for an extra layer of security.

In terms of safes which can be concealed from view, these include underfloor safes (a safe that is fitted into a cavity built into a stone floor, which is then covered over by floorboards and /or carpet), floorboard safes (a safe that is attached to a floorboard joist, and hence could be in the void between floors and therefore doesn’t have to be on a ground floor and could be on an upstairs floor) and wall safes (a safe that is fitted into a wall cavity and concealed from view by a painting, mirror or wall art). The final type of hidden safe is a cupboard safe.

What is a cupboard safe?

A cupboard safe is a type of safe that is fitted into a cupboard as an integral feature, and is therefore only accessed by opening the cupboard. This type of safe can be removed from the cupboard if necessary, but in most cases it is not visible to an intruder or opportunist thief, and hence they wouldn’t necessarily think to look inside a cupboard to locate it.

The benefits of a cupboard safe

If you are considering investing in a cupboard safe, here we have listed a number of benefits to help with your decision:

Aesthetics – Although a safe provides an important and valuable function and is essential for your home or workplace security, as a large black box it is not necessarily an attractive feature of a room. Many people prefer to keep a safe hidden and concealed from view as it retains an aesthetic balance to a room, and is a functional item that doesn’t need to be on display.
Convenience – Keeping a safe concealed in a cupboard doesn’t mean it is not accessible as and when you need it. A cupboard safe is easily accessed and is no more difficult than a small safe kept locked in a desk drawer, for example. A safe kept behind a wall or underneath the floor is much harder to access, and hence a cupboard safe is ideal for valuable items you need regular access to.
Concealed – Although a cupboard safe is easily accessible, only you know it is there, and so there is no sign of its existence to any potential thief. It may also be possible to lock the cupboard to add an extra layer of security.
Size – While this will be dictated by the size of the cupboard and what you store in it, you should be able to conceal a good sized safe in the cupboard. Hence you will have a wide choice as to which size safe you opt to store in a cupboard.
Insurance – Investing in a safe that is concealed from view may be a stipulation of an insurance policy, and along with the size and security rating will help you comply with a policy’s requirements.
Efficiency – There are often void spaces in a cupboard where potentially usable space is wasted, so fitting a safe in there is an efficient use of space.
Durability – Because a cupboard safe is concealed from view it is also protected from potential everyday damage. This helps with the durability of a safe and means it should last for many years.
Flexible – While you should definitely spend some time considering your options and making sure you have the right size of safe, you do retain the flexibility to change the size of safe if your needs change. This is a common scenario, so you can go larger or smaller if you need to.
Peace of mind – Installing a cupboard safe means your valuables are suitably protected and you have a comprehensive security solution because the safe is also concealed from view. This should be sufficient to protect your valuables long term and provide the accessibility you need. Ensuring this security and convenience will provide complete peace of mind that you have done all you can to protect your valuable items.

Order cupboard safes online with MB Direct

If you are considering a cupboard safe for your home or workplace security needs, then check out our range of cupboard safes online and order from MB Direct today.