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Why should you have a small safe for your office?
When you think about offices, the last thing you think about is having a safe for even the smallest but most valuable items you may have that need a little bit more protection than anything else you may have in your office. Small safes can be ideal since they are compact, can store important items that do not need a big storage space, and can provide sufficient storage. You may have a small office or you may have a few things you may want to protect against fire, theft, or any other unforeseen contingency.
There are many benefits to having small safes in offices because, if installed correctly, they can be fire resistant, water resistant, burglar safe, durable, are not easily to take apart or break, and provide a great measure of security rather than just having to lock valuables in a drawer that can easily be accessed by anyone, let alone burglars.
The most important consideration should be the features of the safe. It is important to determine the security and fire ratings of a safe. A good safe can be small but also have the greatest features that can ensure that all your valuables are protected effectively against any form of damage or danger.
A good safe should have a thick steel plate, ideally with steel bolts, so that it cannot be broken into. Thin steel plates mean that a burglar can break it open quickly and easily, and the purpose of a safe is to make it difficult to access by any individual other than yourself. There are a lot of safes on the market that are water resistant, have invisible hinges, can be locked digitally, and can lock out moisture for long periods of time. The best safes have a fire seal that is certified because a safe may have a fire seal that is thin enough to allow moisture in and can cause damage to the valuables inside in a short amount of time. Certifications and ratings are key features to look out for. Documents can burn at high temperatures even if they are not in direct contact with the fire, and in order to make sure that they do not get damaged, the safe should have a rating of at least an hour. It is important to note that safes are fire resistant, not fireproof. You may want to invest in a slightly more costly safe because it has a higher TL rating, which means that the chances of your valuables surviving is higher because of a better rating, ensuring security against fire or burglary.
If you choose a floor safe, it can be great against fires, however the door is still exposed to the fire and isn’t completely fire resistant. Smoke and heat can get inside. A free standing composite safe is usually a better option since it is safe against fires, burglaries, or accidental damage, being high-security burglar and fire safes. Whether you choose a dial or electric lock, it comes down to quality and preference. A combination of mechanical and electronic locks can be ideal since if one is being troublesome, you can access the safe through the other access point.
If you have ever stayed in a hotel, you have probably seen small safes inside a closet with an electric keypad to access the safe. These are affordable safes that you can purchase if you have maybe a few documents you wish to secure or are concerned about theft. AmazonBasics Security Safe is one such option. It is compact, has invisible hinges, can be accessed through a keypad, and can be bolted into place. It is not great against fire or water, therefore if theft is your main concern, this would be an ideal option.
Wall safes like the Paragon Lock and Safe 7700 Flat Electronic Wall Safe is great for items that are valuable in terms of loss by theft. It is secure since it is installed in a wall and can be concealed easily. It cannot be broken and is accessed by a keypad. If you prefer opening it with a key, that option is also available. It doesn’t take up a lot of space but has shelves for sufficient storage. It isn’t fire resistant but is great for protection against burglaries.
Theft and fire may both be your concern, in which case the Steelwater Gun Safes 2-Hour Fireproof Safe is a great investment. It is on the costly side but it means that you are getting the best quality on the market. This safe can withstand high temperatures for over two hours and is secure against theft since it has a key and a combination lock. One thing to note is that the combination cannot be changed hence do not give that crucial information to anyone else.
Another small safe to consider is the Stanley Biometric Personal Home Safe which can be access by either combination locks or fingerprints. Since it has a thick steel door and deadbolt locks, it is hard to break open, and can be mounted for additional security, serving as a great anti-theft safe.
If you are looking for such a safe, we can provide you with the best options and install it for you as well. With our skill and expertise, you can rest assured that you will be guided towards an option that fulfills your security needs.
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