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Home Heists: The Most Commonly Stolen Items and How to Protect Them

Burglar breaks into home with crowbar.

In a 2023 nationwide survey, 20% of respondents named property crime the top safety problem keeping them at night. The survey response reveals that most Americans find theft, burglary, vandalism and arson more concerning than violent crime, which is the second leading issue they identified.  On average, burglary victims lose $2,661 per theft. The data […]

Creating A Sanctuary Room At Home With A Secret Door

Young blonde woman sitting on a couch using her computer.

Have you ever wanted a place at home that is solely yours? Somewhere that you can retreat, regroup, and relax away from the eyes of friends, family, and strangers? Now more than ever, in the chaotic world we live in, it’s important to make time for yourself, especially time alone for your well-being.  Unfortunately, finding […]

Transforming Extra Rooms Into Usable Secret Spaces

Empty nesters have a unique opportunity once all of the kids grow up, move out and find places of their own. They suddenly have space that is readily available for reimagination.  Movies tend to depict the age-old cliche of empty nesters turning what once was a child’s room into a home gym, but in reality […]

Increase A Home’s Value By Adding A Hidden Door

Selling a home is always a competitive endeavor, even in a seller’s market. Homeowners need to do everything they can to make their home stand out from the others on the market by offering an impeccable environment, making sure their curb appeal is in tip-top shape, and highlighting the home’s differentiating features — such as […]

How Mechanical Systems Are a Secret Door’s Secret Weapon

A hidden door is more than just a fun addition to a home. They require more than a traditional hinge, a few panels of wood and a disguised access point. Hidden doors draw on specialized design, complex engineering and precise manufacturing to create a high-performance door that is meant to blend into its surroundings in […]

The Magic of Secret Door Switches

Hidden doors are cool all on their own. The fact that they’re hidden, essentially in plain sight, is one of the most intriguing characteristics about secret doors. The only thing more fascinating than the design and style of the secret door is how the door is opened.  Secret door switches offer hidden doors an undetectable […]

Create An Enchanting Play Room With A Hidden Door

Kids love to hide. They’ll play endless hours of hide-and-seek, find the perfect spot to sneak up on someone and surprise them, and build meticulous forts that are available to “members only.”  It only makes sense that they’d love a secret way to enter their playroom.  Opening up modern play spaces Gone are the days […]

Clever Protection: How Bookcase Doors Improve Home Security

Even as the home security market continues to grow, with the introduction and adoption of new technology, not everyone is on board. What’s worse is that not every system prevents an intruder from breaking in. Home security statistics reveal that video surveillance systems are the most popular, and most widely adopted, security system for homeowners. […]

Secure Valuables Behind A Hidden Door

People store their valuables in different ways. From the shoebox in the closet to the safe under the bed to the secret pouch hidden in the back of the sock drawer — some storage methods are more secure than others. Hidden doors offer an alternative that is secretive and secure for any number of items […]

Finding The Best High-Security Fit: Embassy Door Vs. Fortress Door

Feeling safe at home is more than a desire. It’s a need. Safety for family members and the protection of belongings is a priority for homeowners and the home security market reflects that, as it is anticipated to nearly double in size over the next five years. That increase in market size comes as home […]