We destroyed home safes with fire, water, and a sledgehammer — Only a few fully passed our tests

We destroyed home safes with fire, water, and a sledgehammer — Only a few fully passed our tests

When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreThe best home safes secure valuables and documents and are reliable, fireproof, and easy to use.James Brains/Business InsiderWe used to think home safes were only for people with expensive jewelry or stacks of cash to hide from burglars. But in reality, they're just as essential for protecting everyday essentials — like passports, birth certificates, and…