Diy Hidden Door Lock

Recommended for use on larger panels or regular sized doors.

Diy hidden door lock.

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. 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. These are the materials required for the project. Ithe ives cl12 invisible latch is ideal for installations where no visible latch is desired.

Unit can be installed at the top bottom or side of the door. Before you start with a task you should always have a solid plan and understanding of the project. Notice how the stone door above is invisible when closed. Secret magnetic lock drawer step 1.

Once you have the plans sorted. If you want to create a similar hidden door paying attention to details is a must. Unlike the first two hidden door ideas you need to be more elaborate with a stone door. Drop a plumb bob from the pin hole in the socket and mark the floor.

Screw the hardware in place. 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. A spring loaded latch will eliminate the need for a traditional door handle. Position the door slipping the pin into the socket and centering the spring hardware on the mark.

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

It looks quite isn t it. Unlike some of the other bookcase doors this one is not an actual shelf and is simply a facade. See the plans for this hidden gun rack here. Look for a latch that has more than the standard 2 3 pounds of pressure.