Build A Secret Closet Door

How to build a secret faux bookcase door diy by tvtara via youtube.

Build a secret closet door. X4 poplar rails and center stile. I wanted to discuss my pool cue rack secret door and explain how i came up with th. You can choose from the following four combinations. In this video i will show you how i built this secret door that s disguised as a built in towel shelf.

Subscribe to join the mr. You can make a secret closet by removing the closet s door and adapting a bookcase to the front instead. If you re building this project in an existing doorway you ll first need to deal with any door stops to allow the door to swing in both directions. Obtain an armoire or free standing closet the larger and taller the better as long as it is appropriately scaled for the room.

Inswing secret doors will lose 6 inches of walkway space. Download the cultist for how to install a secret swinging door here. Secret doors and hidden rooms provide safety and security from theft and home invasion. The hinges on these hidden doors are positioned to the left when you re facing the door and you push the door into the room.

Cut a door size portion out of the back of the piece of furniture and screw the remaining back to the existing door opening leading to the secret room. You will need a bookcase that has a height and width that is slightly larger than that of the closet along with hardware supplies and tools. If you aren t prepared to go headfirst into a woodworking project you can try out this easy to make and removable fake bookcase door with faux book handle. When considering hidden doors be cognizant of the door handing.