10 Pieces of Furniture with Hidden Compartments
Updated: Feb. 29, 2024
If you're looking to keep clutter at bay, you're in good company. Here are 10 pieces of furniture with hidden compartments to help you store everything from cords and cables to craft supplies, remote controls and even your car keys.
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Bookcase
This bookcase offers 10 hidden compartments and would make a stylish addition to your living room, den or home office. Try building this piece of furniture yourself and you’ll have plenty of space to store your books and collectibles. Looking for more ideas? Learn to create PVC pipe patio furniture in a range of colors and styles.
Coat Rack
Add this coat rack to your home’s entryway or mudroom and you’ll have a hidden compartment to store your valuables. Use it to keep your car keys and your wallet in one place. Here are 10 ingenious DIY hat and coat racks that are anything but boring.
Mirror
This handmade mirror has a secret compartment — just slide the mirror to reveal the space. Use it to store cash and jewelry. Hang a heavy mirror the correct way.
Shelf
Here’s a piece of furniture you can easily build for your home. This floating shelf has a secret drawer to help keep clutter at bay and hide valuables.
Lamp
Add this lamp to your living room furniture set and you’ll have a place to store some small valuables. It’s made from reclaimed barn wood and has a distressed finish. Learn how to rewire a lamp.
Medicine Cabinet
This easy-to-make medicine cabinet features a secret compartment. You can build this piece yourself in just a couple of days.
Bench
This rustic bench can be used store shoes, as well as items like gloves, hats, the dog leash and umbrellas. Add it to your entryway or mudroom to keep the space organized.
Coffee Table with Hidden Storage
This piece of furniture has a sliding top to reveal a secret storage area. This rustic coffee table can be made in custom sizes. Discover more of these DIY coffee table designs and ideas.
Cart
This old industrial cart has been rebuilt and can be personalized. It has a secret compartment to store remotes, coasters and video game controllers. Try these 11 ideas for organizing your living room.
Bar Rack
Add this rack to your home bar area and you’ll have a hidden compartment to store small items such as shot glasses, coasters and mixing straws. Store bottles on the top and hang wine or martini glasses on the bottom.
Originally Published: July 27, 2020
