How To Make A Floating Shelf With Hidden Compartment

As long as you can keep a secret it can.

How to make a floating shelf with hidden compartment. As with most projects i started at the table saw to break the sheet down to it s proper dimensions. Then the light bulb went off. After a few hiccups this is what i came up with. When opened with a magnet you have access to a hidden compartment.

This floating shelf distracts viewers with its elegance and wares while concealing your valuables inside. By simply placing the side of the box under the magnetic lock the bottom of the shelf is unlocked. When closed it appears to be a simple floating shelf. For the shelf sides and front.

Rip the 1x4 board to 2 7 8 in. So off to the drawing board i went. Besides the hidden compartment one feature i really wanted on this shelf was a continuous grain pattern wrapped all around the shelf. Floating shelf with hidden compartment.

Once in place no one would ever know this stylish floating shelf actually allowed for easy access to a hidden compartment. I placed a magnet on the side of the drawer to the small box i made. Follow the step by step plans video tutorial and tech art below to make this simple floating shelf that includes a hidden drawer for secret storage. A secret compartment shelf can be used to store valuables.

One 2 x4 walnut project panel is needed to make this floating shelf. This will give you about 1 8 in. A false bottom with hidden storage. Heavy duty flat head torque screws are used to secure the unit to the wall.

Designed to be easy to build and have no exposed hinges or hardware. Some things belong on display some things don t.