Clever Life Hacks: 10 Creative Places to Hide A Key Outside
Keeping a spare house key hidden somewhere on your property can be a lifesaver in an emergency or if you accidentally locked yourself out. However, choosing the right hiding spot can make all the difference in keeping your property secure. This article explores the best places to hide a key outside, from unique and creative options to more conventional ones. You can see more of my crazy creations here
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Read on to discover smart and innovative ways to hide your spare house key and ensure your peace of mind.
Tools and Materials
1. Fake dog poop key hider
To hide a spare key in an unexpected way, I used spray foam to create a fake dog poop shape and painted it to look more realistic.
I glued all the pieces together and taped the spare key to the bottom of it.
This concealment strategy is a great way to hide a key in plain sight in your yard, as most people won't suspect that fake dog poop is actually a hidden key holder.
2. Fishing Line Trick
For an extra layer of home security, try this clever key hiding spot. First, tie a piece of fishing line to one end of your spare key. The thin line makes it almost invisible to the naked eye.
Next, head to your backyard and locate a nearby hammock or another object with a hollow pipe and cap. Remove one of the caps from the end of the hammock pole and place the key inside the pipe.
Leave some string hanging outside and replace the cap. Now your spare key is hidden in an unexpected place that would be difficult for a burglar to find.
3. Garen Decor Hidden Key Idea
There are many safe and creative ways to hide your spare keys around your yard to ensure emergency access to your home. Consider using decorative items as your hidden spare key storage.
For instance, a lantern can be a great hiding spot for your key.
Simply open it, place the key inside, and close it back up.
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You can also use decorative ceramic pieces, I use a blackbird sculpture that is in my yard as a hidden spot for our emergency key. Place the key inside and then return the piece to its original location.
By using garden decor to keep your spare house key, you can ensure emergency access to your home without compromising your home security.
4. Utility Box Hiding Place
Hide a key outside in your utility box.
Simply attach some tape to your key and place it inside the box before closing it up.
5. Cracks and Crevices as Secret Hiding Spots
Check for cracks in your home's siding or columns, as these can be great places to hide a key. Simply tie the key to fishing line and squeeze it into the crack or siding, then pull on the string to retrieve the key when needed. This simple trick can save you the trouble of getting locked out, while also keeping your spare key hidden from prying eyes.
6. Fence Post Concealment
Another creative way to hide spare house keys in your fence. You can simply remove the cap from one of the fence posts, attach the key to the underside with tape, and replace the cap back onto the fence post. This will create a hidden compartment that is not immediately noticeable to anyone passing by.
7. Furniture as a Key Hiding Spot
When it comes to hiding your spare house key outside, furniture can be a great option. One way is to place the key on the lip underneath a table, which is an inconspicuous spot that can keep your spare key hidden.
8. Magnetic key hiding boxes
Magnetic key hiding boxes are incredibly versatile and can be used in a variety of places to hide spare keys. One of the best places to hide spare house keys is in one of these boxes on your grill. You can either place it under the edge on the outside of the grill or open it up and place it inside the grill. Either way, you'll have a secure and discreet spot to keep your spare key.
9. Use Rocks to Hide Keys
To hide a spare house key, many people turn to fake rocks, but an actual rock can be even better. Choose a large rock, attach a key to its bottom with tape, and place it in an area where it blends in with other rocks. This unique idea for hiding spare house keys is sure to keep your key safe and secure while remaining unnoticeable to others.
10. Key Hiding with Outdoor Art
My final smart idea for hiding your spare house key is to take down one of your pieces of outdoor art, add some tape to the back of a key, and attach it to the backside of the art. Then, hang the art back up on the wall and the key will be hidden behind it.
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Your Creative Guide to Hiding a Spare Key Outside
Thanks for reading through my ideas for hiding keys outside! I hope you found them helpful and inspiring. It's always important to keep your spare key in a secure location that is easily accessible during emergencies.
Can you think of any unique or unconventional ideas for hiding your spare house key? Remember, the best hiding places are often right under our noses!
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i locked myself out with just panties and a tshirt in the back yard , ice snow early in morning dark, i had to go all the way around the house half naked to the front door barefoot! Thank goodness i have a combination lock on the front door or i would have had to knock on a strangers door to use the phone! not cool.
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I have a little green plastic bird that’s supposed to be a key holder. It was so obvious, that I put a little note in it saying, “Do you think I’d be stupid enough to put a key in here?” One day, I noticed the bird was on its side, and thinking the wind might have blown it over, I checked it. The note was gone and so was the slider that opened the bird. There’s no way the wind would have done that!
At another house, we had shutters around the front door, so I put a key on fishing line and dropped it behind the shutter.
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