In our current world, finding safe places at home to keep some money hidden is a good idea. Let’s uncover some unique and discreet spots to stash your cash without affecting your home’s appearance.
1. Inside a Fake Plant Pot
Think about using a phony plant pot. Hide your money under ornamental stones or fake soil. This idea came from a client who adored plants but wasn’t naturally good at gardening.
Useful items to consider:
- Plant Pot: Improve your decor and easily hide valuables with a fashionable plant pot.
- Decorative Stones: Add realism to your artificial plant while storing your money hidden with these ornamental stones.
- Fake Soil: Create a convincing look for your artificial plant pot and safely hide money below it.
2. Underneath Floorboards
Unfastened floorboards can be a sneaky hiding place. They offer sufficient room to hide money. I helped a friend with a renovation once, and this was our little secret.
Some handy options:
- Hidden Safe with Floorboard Design: Safely keep your valuables hidden under floorboards with this simple-to-install hidden safe.
- Woodworking Tools: Equip yourself with essential woodworking equipment to easily lift and replace floorboards.
- Floorboard with False Bottom: Install this false bottom to create a discreet hiding spot underneath your floorboards.
3. In a Hidden Compartment in Furniture
Some pieces of furniture have hidden sections. If not, you can easily add one. I’ve designed custom furniture with this feature for added security.
You might give these a try:
- Furniture Safe: Guarantee valuable security with a discreet safe designed to blend seamlessly in your furniture.
- Compartment Kit: Effortlessly add a secret section for valuables in your furniture with this simple-to-install kit.
- Mechanism: Upgrade your furniture with a secure locking mechanism for hidden storage sections.
4. Inside a Hollowed-out Candle Holder
Carve out a candle holder for a discreet hiding place. It’s both ornamental and useful. I’ve made several of these for friends who value aesthetics.
Give these a look:
- Metal Candle Holder: Enhance your space with fashionable candle holders that are perfect for discreet money storage.
- Stash Holder: Safeguard your valuables in a novel way by using this versatile hollowed-out candle holder.
- Compartment Candle: Effectively hide your money with this functional candle featuring a hidden section.
5. In the Toe Kick of Kitchen Cabinets
The toe-kick area under cabinets is usually overlooked. Take off the panel for discreet storage. I’ve used this in several kitchen renovations, and it’s always a surprise.
Maybe worth checking out:
- Toe Kick Drawer: Install a toe-kick drawer for hidden storage beneath your cabinets. Great for discreetly hiding cash.
- Panel: Use magnetic panels for easy access to hidden storage in your kitchen cabinets. Safe yet accessible.
- Drawer: Create hidden sections with a false bottom drawer, perfect for secret storage requirements.
6. Inside a Candle
Use a big candle by carving it out. Make sure it’s one you don’t want to light. A friend ingeniously used this during her candle-making craze.
These products might help:
- Large Candle: Choose a big candle to ingeniously hide small valuable items at home.
- Candle Carving Kit: Use a candle carving tool to easily create a hiding area inside your candle.
- Candle Set: Get creative and start making unique candles with a complete set of supplies.
7. Inside a Clock
An old timepiece can be a great hiding spot. Take off the back and safely store your money. I have a vintage clock in my office that I use for this purpose.
A few choices to try:
- Clock Safe: Safely hide your money in plain sight with this discreet clock safe. Perfect for any space.
- Vintage Wall Clock: Improve your decor while increasing security. Ideal for discreet cash storage in your office.
- Grandfather Clock: Store valuables securely in this elegant grandfather clock with concealed sections.
8. Within a Sewing Box
A sewing box is a quaint yet effective spot. Store money among buttons and thread. My mother always kept one, and it was a treasure trove in more ways than one.
A few things you might like:
- Wooden Sewing Box: Keep your money discreetly hidden with a charming wooden sewing box for added security.
- Storage Tin: Add layers to your protection by using ornamental tins inside your sewing box for extra secrecy.
- Thread Spools: Hide money among vintage-style thread spools for a nostalgic and clever disguise.
9. Inside a Stuffed Animal
Plush toys aren’t just for children. A stuffed animal with a hidden zipper can discreetly store money. My daughter’s room has some of these clever friends.
A few helpful options:
- Stuffed Animal: Easily add a hidden zipper pocket for discreet money storage in any plush toy.
- Plush Zipper Kit: Make your secret money pocket inside any plush toy with this easy-to-use kit.
- Cash Pouch: Keep cash safe inside toys with this strong and hidden zipper pouch for plush animals.
10. In a Drawer False Bottom
Create a false bottom in a drawer. It’s a classic trick that always works. I’ve made these in many pieces of furniture, offering peace of mind and beauty.
Possibly helpful picks:
- False Bottom Insert: Create a discreet hiding space with this insert, fitting perfectly to your drawer’s measurements.
- Drawer Liner: Add a layer of security with a liner that hides valuables in your drawer.
- Storage Box: Protect your valuables with this compact storage box, designed to fit under a false bottom.
11. Inside a Lamp Base
Unscrew the base of a lamp to store small valuable items. This spot is usually missed and keeps your decor intact. I’ve suggested this to clients who value both style and stealth.
Check if these fit your needs:
- Lamp Safe: Secure your valuables with this discreet lamp base safe, which blends seamlessly into your decor.
- Hidden Container: Store small items securely in this hidden compartment, ideal for a lamp base.
- Safe: Improve your home security with a compact safe that fits snugly inside a lamp base.
12. Inside a Decorative Vase
A decorative vase can be more than just a statement piece. Use it to hide money within ornamental fillers. I often suggest this to clients who adore floral arrangements.
A few suggestions:
- Fillers: Add elegance and secure your cash with stylish ornamental fillers in your vase.
- Fake Plant Stems: Use realistic fake plant stems to improve aesthetics while discreetly hiding money.
- Vase: Choose a vase with a hidden section to securely hide valuable items like money.
13. Inside a Fake Book
Think about using a dummy book on your bookshelf. These are ideal for keeping money hidden while also adding a bit of charm. My grandma always kept some of these among her actual books.
Products that could assist:
- Fake Book Safe: Keep your money hidden in this dummy book safe, which blends in perfectly with your book collection.
- Secret Book Safe: Keep your valuables protected in a fashionable secret book safe that complements any bookshelf’s design.
- Camouflaged Book: Have peace of mind with this camouflaged book, which is great for discreetly hiding cash.
14. In a False Ceiling Panel
A false ceiling panel can be a final option for hiding money. Install one in a less trafficked area. It’s a strategy I reserve for those who need extensive security.
Explore these options:
- Ceiling Kit: Easily install false ceiling panels to discreetly hide valuables in any low-traffic area.
- Access Panels: Incorporate access panels for easy retrieval of hidden cash with a professional touch.
- Storage Boxes: Use compact, secure boxes to keep your money safe and organized within ceiling spaces.
