Security cameras are usually part of most people’s residential security systems. But for these cameras to be effective, they should be hidden from plain view so that the would-be burglars and thieves are unable to detect where they are. However, most people don’t know how to disguise them and as such, they are never effective since they can be easily detected. Use these tips to ensure that no one else apart from yourself knows that the cameras are hidden within your home.
Use inconspicuous household items to hide the cameras
One great way of disguising the cameras is to hide them in places that no one would normally expect to find them. For instance, here are some of the common household items you can use to disguise your cameras:
- Curtain rods – ideal for small cameras that can’t be easily detected
- Artificial plants – no one will ever suspect such plants to be laced with a camera and so they are a perfect hiding place. The artificial leaves will also offer perfect cover to further conceal the cameras.
- Hollow books –books are common items found in the living room and other rooms within the house. No one will suspect a book to have a camera and this is why hollow books are ideal for disguising security cameras at home.
- Tissue boxes – tissue boxes are also common no-suspect items at home and they can also be used to effectively disguise security cameras.
- Plush toys in the living room
- Wall clocks – these are ideal for cameras capturing the entire room, especially from the main entrances and exits to and from the house.
Think about the local regulations
Before you proceed to install such secret cameras to enhance your residential security, be very careful about the laws concerning unauthorized video surveillance in your area. In some places, you may need to have the permission of those who are being recorded, even though it is your home.
