Fireproof Gun Safes

Make sure you have a Fireproof Gun Safe that exceeds 1200 degrees for 30 minutes. A gun safe that is fireproof is the number one criteria for security. The chances of your home experiencing a fire are 5 times more likely than being burglarized. Having a waterproof gun safe is great too. When your gaskets expand during a fire, they seal your safe from hot air and water damage. When buying a fireproof gun safe make sure it has more than just drywall. 99% of gun safes sold online are cheap gun safes with drywall. The first thing you should ask a gun safe salesman is "Does your gun safe have drywall fireproofing?" If he says, "yes", look elsewhere. You are only buying one fireproof gun safe? Look for one with 2300 degree ceramic or fire safe cement.

The industry standard definition of fireproof gun safe varies. A normal house fire burns at 1200 between 25-40 minutes. But a fireproof gun safe that states it will last for 30 minutes may not. The gun safes they get tested are flawless, unlike most factory made gun safes. That's why you always want to buy a fireproof gun safe that is 60 minutes and up. This provides insurance that your safe will last in a fire. But remember, fireproofing isn't everything. Thousands of safes get broken into every year. Sure a fire resistant gun safe protects your from fire, but does it protect your from water damage. Not usually. That's why a fireproof gun safe should have a dehumidifier and double expandable gaskets to reduce moisture and water damage. A fireproof gun safe should have a higher temperature rating. If you store computer disks or heat sensitive film or microfiche you will need ratings above 1200 degrees. Usually, 1800-2200 degree fireproof gun safes provide acceptable shielding from heat.

To learn more about fireproof gun safes, call a safe expert at a gun safe manufacturer or a locksmith with a SAFTA license. They can provide you with useful information about fire resistant gun safes.

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