Safe storage of valuables at home

Nowadays, more and more people decide to store some of their savings at home, especially in the form of gold and silver . To effectively protect your wealth, it is worth knowing different methods and solutions for safe storage of valuables.

Types of Safes and Their Uses

The market offers a wide selection of safes, adapted to various needs:

• Wall safes (built in) - ideal for hiding, harder to take out

• Freestanding safes - heavy, stable, often with additional ground mounting

• Fireproof safes - special protection for documents and data carriers

• Furniture safes - discreet, integrated with the equipment

• Certified gun safes

• Hotel safes - smaller, basic security

Costs and insurance

When choosing a safe, you should consider different price ranges, depending on the security class and additional features:

It is worth remembering that insurers often require a certified safe when insuring valuable items. Contacting an insurance agent will help you choose the right policy.

What is worth keeping at home and what in the bank?

Where to keep gold and other valuables? Experts recommend diversification.

It is worth keeping it in a home safe	It is better to keep it in a bank safe.
Gold and silver in reasonable quantities	Larger amounts in cash
Cash for unexpected expenses	Particularly valuable collections
Important documents and policies	Rarely used, valuable jewelry
Everyday jewelry	Documents of historical importance

Gold and silver in reasonable quantities

Alternative security solutions

In addition to classic safes, the following are also available:

• Camouflage caches (imitating everyday objects)

• Armored cabinets

• Electronic access control systems

• Safes with double bottom

• Biometric lockers

  
  

Choosing the perfect solution for your needs

When choosing a safe, consider:

• Value of stored items

• Available space

• Installation method

• Insurer requirements

• Additional security (e.g. motion sensors, monitoring)

In our opinion, the most universal solution are safes with the VdS certificate class N/0 or I, which offer a good price-quality ratio and security options. We especially recommend models with additional fire protection.

Summary

Safe storage of valuables requires a well-thought-out approach and appropriate selection of security. It is worth investing in a certified safe , which will provide peace of mind and real protection of the collected assets. Let's remember to diversify storage locations and appropriate insurance. In case of doubt, it is worth contacting a professional advisor who will help you choose the optimal solution. A properly selected and installed safe, combined with appropriate insurance, is the basis for safe storage of valuables at home.