How To Make A Hidden Door

Hanging clothing inside will hide the opening beyond.

How to make a hidden door. Using a bookcase for cover is the most popular method but there are different styles and difficulties when it comes to the design. You want to create a smooth canvas across the entire wall and door. Its drawn parallel to the front edge of the plywood and should be almost the full length of it and approximately 6 back from the front edge figure 2. Apply wood glue to the back of the piece and tack it in place as shown with a pneumatic brad gun and 18 gauge brads.

Cut a piece of baseboard to that length making a 45 degree miter cut along the end covering the wide gap between the door and jamb. Your first step is to choose the wall that you want to cover in panels. This type of hidden door is a bit easier since you can use a standard door that youll then cover with panels. The miter faces the gap.

Measure from the adjacent baseboard to the edge of the door. Cut a door size portion out of the back of the piece of furniture and screw the remaining back to the existing door opening leading to the secret room. Signs are used as they allow enough room for you to walk through the doorway. If bookshelves are too overdone in your opinion check out the last two doors that are very well hidden and pretty unique.

13 to make a hidden door behind a painting the first step is to punch a door shaped hole into a wall. 23 next you need to put two signs inside the doorway to hang the painting on. Sub step 2 size the door height. Remove any trim thats currently around the door.