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What things not to keep in a home safe
  • August 22, 2024

What things not to keep in a home safe

Home safes are a crucial investment for protecting your valuables from theft, fire, and other potential hazards. However, it's important to be aware that not everything should be stored in your home safe. 

Here at eSafes, the UK's trusted provider of high-quality new and second-hand safes, we aim to help you make informed decisions about safeguarding your most important possessions. 

In this blog, we'll discuss what things not to keep in a home safe and why.


1. Perishable items

 

Food and drinks

While it might seem obvious, it's worth mentioning that perishable items, such as food and drinks, should never be stored in a home safe. Safes are designed to protect against theft and damage, not to preserve freshness. Storing perishables in a safe can lead to unpleasant odours, mould growth, and even pest infestations.


2. Dangerous materials

 

Firearms and ammunition

While it may seem tempting to store firearms and ammunition in a home safe for security, it's essential to use a dedicated gun cabinet for this purpose. Gun cabinets are specifically designed to securely store firearms and comply with legal requirements, ensuring both safety and proper access control.


Hazardous chemicals

Storing hazardous chemicals or flammable materials in a home safe is considered highly dangerous. These items include paints, drugs, cosmetics, cleaning chemicals, degreasers, and detergents - all of which require special storage conditions to prevent leaks, spills, or reactions that could lead to fires or explosions. Always follow safety guidelines for storing such materials in appropriate, approved containers and locations.

 

3. Important documents

 

Original copies of wills and legal documents

While home safes offer a high level of security for documents, it is not advisable to keep the original copies of your will, deeds, or other critical legal documents in them. These documents should be stored in a safety deposit box at your bank or with your solicitor, whilst copies may be stored in your home safe. This ensures they are accessible to the appropriate parties when needed and protected from potential home disasters.

 

Passports and identification documents

Passports and other identification documents should also be stored in a more accessible location. In the event of an emergency, you may need to access these documents quickly - making a safety deposit box or a fireproof portable document holder a better option.


4. Valuables with high sentimental value


Irreplaceable family heirlooms

Items with high sentimental value, such as family heirlooms, should ideally be stored in a place where they can be enjoyed and cherished, rather than locked away in a home safe. While it's important to protect these items, consider display cases with added security features for sentimental treasures.


5. Everyday cash and jewellery


Frequently used items

If you wear certain pieces of jewellery regularly or need access to cash for daily use, it's better to keep these items in a more accessible and secure location like a locked drawer, rather than hidden away in your home safe. This prevents the inconvenience of constantly opening the safe and possibly reducing its security over time.

 

So, what can you store in a home safe?

Now that we've covered what not to keep in a home safe, let's talk about what you should store in it. Home safes are ideal for safeguarding valuable items that need protection but don't require frequent access. This includes important copies of documents like birth certificates, insurance policies, and property deeds. For those with treasured possessions, such as expensive jewellery that you don't wear daily, or rare collectables, a home safe provides a secure environment against theft and damage. Lastly, consider keeping digital backups, such as external hard drives or USB drives containing essential data and family photos, in your safe. By keeping these items securely stored, you can ensure they are protected from both theft and potential home disasters.


Choose eSafes for your home safe needs

Choosing what to store in your home safe is as important as selecting the safe itself. At eSafes, we offer a wide range of new and second-hand safes suitable for homes, offices, and businesses across the UK. For tailored advice on the best safe for your needs and expert tips on safe storage practices, don't hesitate to contact us by giving us a call at 0800 7832 328 or email info@esafes.co.uk. Protect your valuables the smart way with eSafes.