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How To Install A Wall Safe

Locate the wall studs with a stud sensor or hammer and nail. Then, use a level to draw a 14¼-inch square onto the wall between the two studs. Cut out the opening with a drywall saw; work carefully to make sure you don't cut into electrical wiring. (If you find some, you'll have to push it aside or reroute it.)

The left and right edges of the cutout will extend ¼-inch beyond the studs on each side of the opening. Fill in these spaces with wood shims or strips of ¼-inch plywood to build the studs out flush with the edges of the opening. Secure the wood with finishing nails.

With its door open, tilt the safe into the opening and press it flush against the wall.

Fasten the safe to the studs with the four screws provided. Install the two removable steel shelves, if desired. Note that you’ll need both the three-digit combination and the key to open the safe.

 

Source: http://www.thisoldhouse.com/toh/how-to/intro/0,,20177939,00.html

 

Fingerprint Safes

Once reserved for military and government, fingerprint safes are the latest trend in home and office safes. There are numerous advantages of owning a fingerprint safe, compared with a traditional safe. First, these safes operate with the touch of a finger. No more lost keys or forgotten passwords. Second, as your fingerprint is unique, these safes are extremely secure, as no one else has your fingerprint. The safes are extremely easy to program, add or delete users and, with a fingerprint capacity of 100, are the perfect keyless solution to protect valuables.

The safe recognizes only the fingerprints you select and does not recognize any others. Thieves simply can’t break in, and little prying fingers will soon give up in frustration. You’ll never again have to fumble for keys, lose them or worry about where to hide them. No complicated combinations to remember either. 

How to Buy a Fireproof Safe

1. Consider whether you need a fireproof safe for storing documents or storing computer devices. What many don't realize is that if you plan on storing things such as CDs, DVDs or computer hard drives in your security safe, you need a specialized model. All fireproof safes will work well for storing important documents, such as receipts and tax information, but only specialized safes will protect your important computer equipment during a fire.

2. Look at the fire rating for each safe you are considering. This rating specifically correlates to the effectiveness of the product. For example, if you're buying a safe to store computer equipment, you need one with at least a rating of 125. This means that the temperature inside of the safe will never get above 125 degrees.

3. Consider the area in which you are putting your safe. Fireproof safes can be quite heavy depending on the size, so you want to make sure you're putting it in a place where the floor won't collapse under the weight. Also consider that in the event of a fire, you don't want the safe in a place where things could collapse on it to the point where it becomes impossible to get to after the fire has been put out.

4. Determine your price range. You could spend $150 on a cheap fireproof safe or easily spend more than $1,000 on a more expensive model. Buying a cheap fireproof safe may save money, but remember that you'll be storing important documents and equipment that are irreplaceable. Ask yourself if saving money on the safe is worth potentially losing your important paperwork in the event of a fire.

Buy a heating pad for Japan's Tsunami Survivors

(Kairo heating pads being distributed.)

 

Thousands of people who survived the tsunami on March 11, 2011 still live in temporary housing units in the Northeast Tohoku region. The temporary houses are small box-like trailers with some families living in 300-square-feet of space. This year’s severe winter weather has prompted Japanese nonprofit Project Fumbaro to fundraise for disposable heating pads to help these residents who may not have suitable heating in their housing units. This fundraiser is not only meant to keep people warm, but also to continue to give them hope.

 

(Temporary houses covered in snow this winter.)

Jonie Quimino and Christine Hitt visited the Tohoku region in September 2012 and met with Fumbaro Kyoto chapter representative Chiyoka Ajimoto (pictured left, below) on-site in Minamisanriku, an area that was completely wiped out by the tsunami. Ajimoto works directly with the people of Minamisanriku to help them understand they have not been forgotten. When Quimino and Hitt visited, Ajimoto had just completed a fundraiser to help the fishermen in the town. Donations were used to supply the fishermen with new buoys and fishing net weights. What many people do not realize is that while the earthquake and tsunami occurred two years ago, many survivors are still coming to terms with their losses and continue to need support in many areas. “Not being forgotten” is what countless people and survivors conveyed repeatedly, says Quimino and Hitt.

(Chiyoka Ajimoto, left, presenting supplies, that were bought using funds raised, to the fishermen in Minamisanriku, Sep 2012.)

 

Witnessing firsthand the impact that these donations had, Quimino and Hitt decided to help with Project Fumbaro’s efforts, along with other people from Honolulu, by extending aloha from outside of Japan.

 

 

Project Fumbaro’s goal is to raise enough money to give heating pads to as many people as possible in the tsunami-devastated regions to last them until spring, which is the end of April. One disposable, and wearable, heating pad costs approximately $11 and each has a lifespan of 16 hours. With your donation, you’ll not only be helping someone directly and personally affected by the tsunami get warm, but you’ll also be giving people hope and letting them know that they are not forgotten.

 

For more information on Project Fumbaro's efforts, visit their website at http://kyoto.fumbaro.org/?page_id=1950 (in Japanese).

Thank you for your generosity. Mahalo nui loa.

How to Buy a Fireproof Safe

1. Consider whether you need a fireproof safe for storing documents or storing computer devices. What many don't realize is that if you plan on storing things such as CDs, DVDs or computer hard drives in your security safe, you need a specialized model. All fireproof safes will work well for storing important documents, such as receipts and tax information, but only specialized safes will protect your important computer equipment during a fire.

2. Look at the fire rating for each safe you are considering. This rating specifically correlates to the effectiveness of the product. For example, if you're buying a safe to store computer equipment, you need one with at least a rating of 125. This means that the temperature inside of the safe will never get above 125 degrees.

3. Consider the area in which you are putting your safe. Fireproof safes can be quite heavy depending on the size, so you want to make sure you're putting it in a place where the floor won't collapse under the weight. Also consider that in the event of a fire, you don't want the safe in a place where things could collapse on it to the point where it becomes impossible to get to after the fire has been put out.

4. Determine your price range. You could spend $150 on a cheap fireproof safe or easily spend more than $1,000 on a more expensive model. Buying a cheap fireproof safe may save money, but remember that you'll be storing important documents and equipment that are irreplaceable. Ask yourself if saving money on the safe is worth potentially losing your important paperwork in the event of a fire.

How To Beak Into Most Digital Safes

 

This tutorial will show you how to break into pretty much any digital safe it is a easy way to get into a safe if you have lost your key, the batterys run out or you just are getting into mischive. I dont care if you do use this for bad, but just on your head be it.

This obviously wont work on bank safes but lots of other household and hotel safes

Making Your Home Safe For Baby

Your baby is on the way, and there is a lot to think about. Besides making sure that you have baby furniture and clothing for your new son or daughter, you'll want to check that your home is safe. These tips can help you cover all the safety bases.

Before you bring baby home:

• Remove pillows, blankets, and stuffed animals from the crib to prevent your baby from suffocation.
• Check to see that smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors in your home are working. Place at least one smoke detector on each level of your home and in halls outside of bedrooms. Have an escape plan in case of fire.
• Put emergency numbers, including poison control, near each phone. Have at least one phone in your home connected by land line. Cordless phones do not work when the power is out, and cellphone batteries can run out.
• Make sure your home or apartment number is easy to see so fire or rescue can locate you quickly in an emergency.
• Make sure handrails are installed and secure in stairways. Always hold the handrail when using stairs, especially when holding your baby.

Your baby will be crawling before you know it. Most babies begin crawling around six to nine months. Crawling on your hands and knees will reveal many dangers to your baby. Thinking ahead to the toddler years will help you to take care of other hazards before your baby grows and finds them first. Here are some things to do before your baby is crawling:

• Cover all unused electrical sockets with outlet plugs.
• Keep chords out of baby's reach. Tack up chords to vertical blinds and move furniture, lamps, or electronics to hide chords.
• Secure furniture and electronics, such as bookcases and TVs, so they cannot be pulled down on top of your baby.
• Use protective padding to cover sharp edges and corners, such as from a coffee table or fireplace hearth.
• Install safety gates at the bottom and top of stairwells or to block entry to unsafe rooms.
• Use safety latches on cabinets and doors.
• Store all medicines, cleaning products, and other poisons out of baby's reach.
• Remove rubber tips from doorstops or replace with one-piece doorstops.
• Look for and remove all small objects. Objects that easily can pass through the center of a toilet paper roll might cause choking.
• Keep houseplants out of baby's reach. Some plants can poison or make your baby sick.
• Set you water heater temperature to no higher than 125 degrees Fahrenheit. Water that is hotter can cause bad burns.
• Closely supervise your baby around a family pet. Pets need time to adjust to a new baby.

How To Install A Wall Safe

Locate the wall studs with a stud sensor or hammer and nail. Then, use a level to draw a 14¼-inch square onto the wall between the two studs. Cut out the opening with a drywall saw; work carefully to make sure you don't cut into electrical wiring. (If you find some, you'll have to push it aside or reroute it.)

The left and right edges of the cutout will extend ¼-inch beyond the studs on each side of the opening. Fill in these spaces with wood shims or strips of ¼-inch plywood to build the studs out flush with the edges of the opening. Secure the wood with finishing nails.

With its door open, tilt the safe into the opening and press it flush against the wall.

Fasten the safe to the studs with the four screws provided. Install the two removable steel shelves, if desired. Note that you’ll need both the three-digit combination and the key to open the safe.

 

Source: http://www.thisoldhouse.com/toh/how-to/intro/0,,20177939,00.html

 

Outdoor Motion Detector

An outdoor motion detector is a device that detects moving objects, particularly people. A motion detector is often integrated as a component of a system that automatically performs a task or alerts a user of motion in an area. Motion detectors form a vital component of security, automated lighting control, home control, energy efficiency, and other useful systems.

The principal methods by which motion can be electronically identified are optical detection and acoustical detection. Infrared light or laser technology may be used for optical detection. Motion detection devices, such as PIR motion detectors, have a sensor that detects a disturbance in the infrared spectrum, such as a person or an animal. Once detected, an electronic signal can activate an alarm or a camera that can capture an image or video of the motioner.

Lighting Control Sensor

A lighting control sensor has an integrated light-sensitive element, which changes characteristics depending on the strength of the light.Sensors are a very important element of a lighting control system, as they are the components that register a signal and convert it into a control signal, thus activating the system.

There are many kinds of sensors to choose from, and you must therefore make sure that the sensor you choose satisfies your requirements and needs. Some types can be used inside and outside, while other types should be used indoors.

Lighting control systems are employed to maximize the energy savings from the lighting system, satisfy building codes, or comply with green building and energy conservation programs. Lighting control systems are often referred to under the term Smart Lighting.