How Fire Safes Work

Fire safes are designed to protect their contents from the actual heat of a fire as well as the less obvious potential of damage from the water which will usually be used to extinguish the fire. They are constructed of two metal sheets, usually steel, that sandwich an insulating material. This insulating material also contains a hydrate which releases water vapor as it is heated by the fire. This release of steam helps to protect the interior of...

The Three Types of Safes and Their Uses

If you're thinking about investing in a safe to protect your valuables but don't feel confident in your ability to discern what type is best for you and your belongings, worry not! Though it can often seem like there are dozens of different types of safes, each designed and used for something incredibly specific, every safe can actually be put into one of three simple categories. A jewelry safe, as the name implies, is designed specifically for...