Secret Bookcase Door on a Budget! $427 DIY vs $2,760 Murphy Door

Secret Bookcase Door on a Budget! $427 DIY vs $2,760 Murphy Door

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House On the Mend
7 Video Views·Feb 22, 2026  #murphydoor #secretdoor

In this video I show you how to save thousands of dollars building your own secret bookcase door with the Murphy Door Bookcase Hinge Kit. I spent $150 on the hinge kit and $277 on cabinet grade plywood, wood trim, stain & polyurethane, and a handle.

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Video Chapters:
0:00 - Intro
1:46 - Unboxing Hinge Kit
5:52 - Layout
14:33 - Assembly
24:19 - Conclusion

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