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How to Make a Fireproof Safe From a File Cabinet

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Metal File Cabinet
Metal File Cabinet

Make a fireproof safe from a household item you probably have lying around the house. Most people don't realize that they have a fireproof safe lying around their house. 95 percent of the time in a average house the items in a metal file cabinet are still intact and unharmed

Difficulty: Easy
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Things You'll Need:

  • A Metal File Cabinet
  1. Step 1
    Metal File Cabinet
     
    Metal File Cabinet

    Get a metal file cabinet. Most people already have a metal file cabinet lying around the house. If not they are'nt that expensive to buy at your local store or you might be able to find one really cheap on craigslist, a garage sale etc.

  2. Step 2

    Make sure your file cabinet is in a safe place such as keeping it away from hazards like gas pipes, flamable materials, materials that are really combustable, propane tanks, etc. And if you can try to keep it on the first floor if you have a 2 story home.

  3. Step 3

    Grab your valuables put them inside and lock it up. That's all you have to do.

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