How to Hide Secret Doorways

Homes with secret doorways add something special to the house, as such doorways are often steeped in history as well as providing a space to keep important documents, family keepsakes, emergency cash and other valuables. If you would like your secret doorway to remain just that, find interesting ways to hide it, such as creating a changing area in a bedroom or a separate, special space in another area of the home.

Large mirror
Decorative screen
Small table
Small chest of drawers
Small lamp
Assorted fabrics
Area rug

Instructions

- 1
  Measure the length and width of the door for finding a mirror that will completely cover the door with a few inches to spare around the mirror's perimeter. Purchase a mirror in the style of your choice online, from a retail store, antique store, garage sale, auction or from a friend.
- 2
  Hang the mirror over the door so it fits well without risk of falling down. Surround the mirror with a decorative screen, ensuring enough room exists between the mirror and the screen for a person to stand comfortably.
- 3
  Add a small table or chest of drawers that features a small lamp or candles to the area you have created if desired to complete small dressing area in a bedroom or interesting side area in a living room or recreational room. If the doorway is in a bedroom, throw assorted scarves and fabrics over part of the screen as an extra decorative touch, as well as an area rug.

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