How to Build a Hidden Bookcase Door and Have it Look AMAZING

In this video, I'll show you how to build a hidden bookcase door. This is a great project for DIYers of all skill levels, and it's a fun way to add a touch of mystery to your home.

You want to build a hidden bookcase door but you've got to build it right. That means using the right hinge, building the bookcase, installing the hinge correctly, and trimming it out correctly. If you don't do ALL of these things, it won't be hidden.

Here are some of the materials you'll need:
Wood -
Wood screws -
Wood Cut List:
2 - 1x6 - 25 1/2"
4 - 1x6 - 24"
2- 1x6 - 62 3/16"
1 - 1x3 - 29"
1 - crown molding 29"
1 - 1/4" plywood 62 3/16" x 25 1/2"

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[whatThaWho]

Without a doubt, the best hidden door video for "building your own kill room" I've seen so far. 👍🏼

[PCHPatti]

I always wanted to understand how the hardware worked and the mechanics of putting together a hidden door. Thank you for a clear, succinct video. Short and sweet. Well done!

[zerostalkertolerance]

Really laughed at the 'OWWW!' at the end. Hooe you gave an interior door handle on itnow as well? LOL

[alanlane]

Nice! I used the same hinges, and minus the “cylinders” that accept the pins, it’s not necessary to route/mortise to recess the hinges. Thanks for the video!

[alexnewell]

So cool! Just bought a log cabin style house on 10 acres. Being 23 i have a decent amount of repair and remodel knowledge but your videos are helping me figure out the rest. Definitely plan to use this one down the road!

[rachellaird]

Wow! I’ve been fascinated by hidden rooms and passages myself. if I ever become a homeowner, I’ll hire someone to create and install one for me. Great video!

[stanwest]

great job..and you certainly know how to make a mess...kind regards from the U.K.

[DubiousDubs]

Not a homeowner yet, but will definitely be doing something like this once I am

[Gminorscale]

The amount of specialized tool you have to your disposal is fascinating

[randykish]

Great Job. Might just be the best instructional video ever! Bravo!

[wjchesla]

Great video! I was considering making something like this for a bifold closet door behind me that's typically on video, and seems simple enough that I believe I'll try it!

[deathknightrevan]

I'm working on renovating a small room into a guest bedroom for my sister who will be staying during college and I've been thinking about ways to optimize space usage, this will work great. 😊

[MattyB_]

love that painting trick you did to protect the carpet, I am about to paint all my trim and quarter round and I have been wondering how to not get paint all over my newly installed LVP floors. What kind of tool is that? looks much easier than taping the entire house.

[ryaj]

I’ve looked up kits online and to get a premade one, basic wood, thinnest possible, most basic design, $1300 and anywhere from 9 weeks to 12 week lead time. This video here allows me to build this all on my own, my own way.

[jennytaylia]

That looks pretty cool. I’m skeptical about how much weight it could hold though. Just one tote full of books is quite heavy and that’s not THAT many books 😅

[kevinhoeg]

You did a great job ... step by step. I need something like this for the space under stairs. I didn't understand the purpose of the of the dead bolt. How would you unlock it.

[FineBakedPastry]

I love how you kept the "oww" at 7:49 in the video.

You need a door handle on the inside so you can pull it closed it without pinching your fingers.

[chudman]

Great video, will try and copy this at somepoint

[emilyjones]

I may have missed it, but is the right side wall (the opening side) finished in some way? Since the trim is connected to the door on that side, I can see a rough edge in the part of the video that you are nailing the upper trim. I'm just not sure how to finish out that wall without messing up the opening space. Any ideas?

[normbograham]

you should have used some fiberglass mesh around the bookcase, in the drywall mud. and the barrel bolt, should not be installed such that it can fall, and lock (because it will). It is however, a great job. Really impressive.