Halved wooden dowels in blind holes inside the slipcase serve as a stop, so that it remains secure on the tray. The 1 cm thick MDF plates and strips are joined together by means of express glue and torque force and still connected with small screws. It is essential to pre-drill the screw holes. The depth of our board is based on the Ikea shelf “Lack” with 26 cm. Of course, you can also take any other measurements, but we recommend that you build the board not deeper than 30 cm for constructive reasons. Of course, our drawer hideout also works as a solo furniture. As material costs you should calculate about eight euros plus paint and some filler for the compounds. Another tip about the narrow strips: If you can’t cut the MDF into narrow strips yourself, just switch to pine wood strips. But make sure the bars are absolutely straight.Īnd so the hiding place is opened: Like a slipcase, the board can be pulled forward and thus releases the contents. The first idea (pictured above) to make secret compartments in furniture is based on the well-known Ikea shelf “Lack”. Here we have made a hidden drawer in such a way that, if it is well painted, it is indistinguishable from the Ikeas helves. The board could then be combined with proper “paint” shelves and no one will notice that there is a secret compartment in it. Ideas to make secret compartments in furniture Hidden shelf compartment Make a quick and easy way to implement the new hiding ideas, which are highly secure and can be implemented quickly and easily. Place the drawer by screwing the piano hinge in place and checking the flushness of the drawer magnet.A bank locker or a private safe is safe, clear. But who needs such a thing when you have made furniture with a secret compartment for valuables? Our guide shows how to make secret compartments in furniture. Make sure the plate is sitting flush with the surface.

Place the drawer magnet underneath the table and inside the drawer. Screw the piano hinge at the back portion of the secret drawer. Replicate the face plate of the drawer and put in front of the drawer using wood glue. This drawer should mimic whatever your desk looks like so it doesn't stand out. Slide the bottom into the dado and tack the sides together. Place the Bottom Drawer SideĬut a dado into the drawer size for the drawer bottom.

Securely snug the pieces with each other. Box the Parts Togetherīox the parts together to create the drawer by using the butt joints. Like my grandpappy always said: measure twice, cut once. Also, remember to cut the ply to the size that will fit your table, this project can be easily customized as we have different needs, different tables, and different styles. Make sure the measurements are accurate. Since this is a small and sneaky drawer, the size and color should blend in with your desk too. Here are the things you will need for this DIY secret drawer:ĭIY Personal Projects: How To Build A Secret Drawer For Your Desk Steps: 1. You can also use this secret drawer/compartment for your shelves and drawers in the garage. Take note that this drawer can hold light items or documents, so don't put anything heavy inside the drawer. The added symmetry to the table is intentional but it looks inconspicuous enough to not draw anyone's attention. The secret drawer works well in the middle of the table or in between other drawers.

This project works well with any type of drawer because this is merely a template. But fast forward to today, I've perfected the art of making a secret drawer. Our shared drawer was attached to the wall and because the bottom part was flimsy, I cut a hole through the wall and hid my cards in there. I was in high school back then and my pesky brother just couldn't get his hands off of my baseball cards, so naturally, I got creative. I remember the first time I made my first secret drawer.

Desk with hidden compartments plans