You have decided to install a safe in your home to protect your valuables from burglars. This is a wise decision. Too often valuables are lost to theft, fire or water damage because they were not stored properly. In a perfect world there would be no need to have a safe but of course that is not the case. Now that you have decided to get a safe for your home you must decide which safe would be best for you. There are numerous safes on the market. They come in various sizes and styles. Let's explore three of the basic types of safes available.

The Standard On Floor Safe

This is the safe that sets directly on the floor. It can be large and very heavy. Opinions vary on safe choices. This safe is popular because it is very heavy and therefore makes it awkward for the burglar to carry it off. These are normally bolted to the floor and to the wall as well. You can place it just about anywhere in your home. You can put it in your basement where you can bolt it into cement. In addition, fire rises so if there were a fire the basement would protect it a little longer. One of the downsides to this safe is that a burglar would not have to look hard to find it. Some safes have key locks. Others have combination locks and some have both. There are electronic locks as well.

The In-Floor Safe

If you want to conceal your safe and make it harder to be found then the in-floor safe would be best for you. This safe is installed beneath the floor. You can hide it under a carpet or a piece of furniture. This is a creative way to keep your valuables safe from predators. These safes can be accessed through the key method, combination method, electronic method or a combination thereof. These come in various sizes to meet your requirements. Models are available that offer fire, impact and water resistance.

The Classic Wall Safe

This is a popular safe because it can easily be installed all over your home. You can cover up your safe with a picture. You can also install this type of safe in the back of your closet. There are numerous possibilities for installation. Of course if a burglar can find this safe he has a much better chance of carrying it off. It can be installed in wood or cement. These safes are designed with the same access options as the standard floor or in-floor safe.

All three of these safes will protect your valuables. You have to choose the right one for your particular situation. Remember if you choose to go with a key lock system to never store keys close to the safe. Go with the safe that will meet the installation requirements in your home. Find the right safe for you and your valuables.