Diy Hidden Door Lock

Drop a plumb bob from the pin hole in the socket and mark the floor.

Diy hidden door lock.

Make sure that the secret door has the same look and texture as the wall. Look for a latch that has more than the standard 2 3 pounds of pressure. Wooch rfid locks for cabinets hidden diy lock electronic cabinet lock with usb cable rfid card tag wristband entry 4 2 out of 5 stars 401 12 99 12. It can be mortised into the stop or surface mounted to the stop.

How to build a secret faux bookcase door diy by tvtara via youtube. Ithe ives cl12 invisible latch is ideal for installations where no visible latch is desired. Prop the door open use a level to check for plumb and screw the spring hardware to the floor with 1 inch wood screws. The original diy tutorial didn t include a secure lock but the creator has updated the article to include the instructions on how to add in a locking mechanism to make this a locking gun rack.

Unlike some of the other bookcase doors this one is not an actual shelf and is simply a facade. 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. See the plans for this hidden gun rack here. Screw the hardware in place.

Before you start with a task you should always have a solid plan and understanding of the project. A spring loaded latch will eliminate the need for a traditional door handle. Measuring and marking 40 inches see note below back from line 2 another perpendicular line line 3 is drawn parallel to line 2 and will be referred to as the strike side of the hidden door. Unlike the first two hidden door ideas you need to be more elaborate with a stone door.

Your hidden door is more substantial and weighs more than a typical door so standard spring loaded latches won t have the pressure or power to thrust your hidden door open. These are the materials required for the project. It looks quite isn t it. Recommended for use on larger panels or regular sized doors.

Unit can be installed at the top bottom or side of the door. Note if a different size opening or bookcase in in the plans proceed the same way but ensuring that the plywood is large enough to accommodate. Secret magnetic lock drawer step 1. Notice how the stone door above is invisible when closed.