Hey guys! This 3rd guide is about simple household compartments anyone can make independently. As always, please keep me posted on any new requests for guides that anyone would like to see.

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Household Secret Compartment

Anyways, there are a few straightforward ways to create a neat secret compartment within the comfort of your own home. The first option has to do with faux wall ports such as electrical outlets, ethernet ports, ac vents, etc. It is very easy to make yourself, just install the port as you normally would, and just make sure it is sealed so your belongings do not fall out into the drywall. This is a perfect example if you’d rather just buy such a device, the magnets do seem to add a lot of convenience in exchange for the lack of security. If you require more space and security, other designs have more room underneath the drywall and even come with a lock and key set.

Advanced Option

The other option is similar, but I like this a bit better because HVAC vents are not unusual to see placed high on a wall. To do this, buy a section of aluminum rectangular duct like this and use a pair of tin snips and pliers to form it into a box shape. Attach this to your AC vent, and now you have an even bigger box. Make sure that the size of the vent you buy does not interfere with the spacing of your studs underneath the drywall. For example, if your studs are spaced at 36 inches, do not buy a 40-inch vent because then you will find yourself removing part of a stud which is very unsafe and is likely against the law. Additionally, make sure to measure the depth of the wall from the drywall to the back of the wall/insulation and do not exceed that depth measurement. Usually the electrical ports from earlier fir just fine, but custom-fitted HVAC boxes can cause issues if they are not properly sized. If you are feeling fancy, you can remove the threads from the screws used to hold the vent to the HVAC duct, and instead install magnets for easier access.

This guide linked here has more of the finer details if you need them.