S2 Certified | £4,000 Cash / £40,000 Valuables | Concealed Underfloor Safe The Burton Sotto Underfloor Safe combines independently certified security with discreet, concealed installation beneath floor level. Independently tested and certified to EN 14450 S2 by ICIM, the Sotto carries a recommended £4,000 cash / £40,000 valuables rating, making it an excellent choice for protecting cash, jewellery, watches and other important possessions within the home. Its standout feature is a unique telescopic adjustable body, allowing the overall height of the safe to be adjusted between 210mm and 320mm to suit the available floor depth. Once correctly installed within concrete, the safe can be concealed beneath suitable flooring, furniture or a rug – keeping both the safe and its contents discreetly out of sight. EN 14450 S2 Certified Security The Burton Sotto has been independently tested and certified to: EN 14450 S2 by ICIM This recognised European security standard provides independently verified burglary resistance and supports Burton's recommended: £4,000 Cash Rating or £40,000 Jewellery / Valuables Rating This makes the Sotto particularly suitable for customers who want the discretion of an underfloor safe while retaining recognised independent security certification. Concealed Underfloor Installation One of the principal advantages of an underfloor safe is concealment. Rather than positioning the safe visibly within a room or cupboard, the Sotto is designed to be installed below floor level and set into concrete. Once installed, the safe can be hidden beneath suitable flooring, furniture or a rug, providing an additional layer of security by keeping its location discreet. A separate dust cover lid sits over the main security door, helping create a neat and unobtrusive installation. Installation can be undertaken by a competent builder or experienced DIY installer, although careful consideration should be given to the floor construction, available depth and location of any services before work begins. Unique Adjustable Depth The Sotto's clever telescopic construction allows its overall height to be adjusted between approximately 210mm and 320mm. This provides significantly greater installation flexibility than a fixed-depth underfloor safe. The height is adjusted using four substantial nuts positioned on either side of the safe body, allowing the installer to configure the unit according to the available floor depth before it is permanently encased in concrete. Internal height adjusts at the same time, providing between approximately 115mm and 225mm of usable internal height. 10mm Steel Security Door Access to the secure compartment is protected by a substantial 10mm thick laser-cut steel door. The door is secured using three-way locking, incorporating 20mm diameter locking bolts to provide resistance against physical attack. A gas spring assists with opening and closing the heavy steel door, making everyday access considerably easier once the safe has been installed below floor level. High-Security Key Locking The Sotto is supplied with a high-security double-bitted key lock, with two keys provided. The straightforward mechanical locking system requires no batteries, electronic programming or external power supply, making it particularly appropriate for a concealed safe that may only be accessed occasionally. 20-Litre Capacity Despite its discreet installation, the Burton Sotto provides approximately 20 litres of internal storage capacity. The internal compartment measures approximately: 115–225 × 300 × 270mm depending on the installed height of the telescopic body. This makes the Sotto particularly well suited to concentrated high-value storage such as: Jewellery Watches Cash Passports Important documents Collectables Smaller high-value possessions SafeFort Recommendation The Burton Sotto is an excellent choice for customers who want to combine the discretion of a concealed underfloor safe with independently certified burglary protection. Its EN 14450 S2 certification is an important distinction, providing independently tested security together with Burton's recommended £4,000 cash / £40,000 valuables rating. We particularly like the Sotto's adjustable telescopic construction. With an installation height ranging from approximately 210mm to 320mm, it provides considerably more flexibility when dealing with different floor depths than a conventional fixed-size underfloor safe. For customers comparing Burton's two underfloor options, the distinction is straightforward: The Burton Sotto provides EN 14450 S2 certified security, a £4,000 cash / £40,000 valuables rating and adjustable installation depth. The Burton Oculto does not carry the same S2 certification but offers Burton's significantly higher manufacturer-recommended £17,500 cash / £175,000 valuables rating, together with a 40mm stainless steel door and waterproof sealed lid. Where independent security certification and discreet installation are the priorities, the Burton Sotto is our preferred choice. Cash and valuables ratings are manufacturer recommendations based on the safe's security classification and should not be interpreted as guaranteed insurance cover. Individual insurers may specify different security and installation requirements.
