ᐅ How can I childproof IKEA Brimnes furniture?

Created on: 25 Apr 2022 10:13
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len50
Hello everyone, I have a general concern that has been bothering me for some time. I own several IKEA Brimnes furniture pieces, specifically cabinets and dressers, which I now want to make childproof since I have small children at home. My specific question is: How can I childproof IKEA Brimnes furniture without significantly affecting the appearance or functionality? I am especially looking for proven methods or special locking systems that are easy to install, ideally without drilling or major modifications, as the furniture might need to be restored to its original condition at some point. Additionally, I am interested in recommendations for products that are particularly durable and how to effectively reduce potential safety risks. Thank you in advance for your tips and experiences!
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len50
25 Apr 2022 12:05
PEDRO40 schrieb:
For the Brimnes furniture, I found that flexible clamp fasteners are a good solution. They don’t require drilling and hold securely.

That sounds very practical. I’m interested to know if these clamp fasteners also work for the height-adjustable shelves in the Brimnes cabinets or if they need to be secured separately? It would also be helpful if you could share how easy they are to use in everyday life – for example, whether the fasteners can be opened easily when you want to access the shelves yourself, or if it becomes complicated.
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Rensan3
26 Apr 2022 09:45
Magnetic child safety locks usually work very well and are difficult for children to bypass. A special magnetic key is needed to open the lock. They fit well with Brimnes furniture because the doors are flat.
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keleli
26 Apr 2022 10:02
I used drawer locks on my Brimnes dressers that stick to the sides. This prevents children from pulling the drawers out. Installation is quick and they can be easily removed.
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len50
26 Apr 2022 10:50
JEREMIAH38 schrieb:
Just securing it isn’t enough; you also need to check whether the piece of furniture is stable to prevent accidents.

That’s an important point which I might not have emphasized enough. I will also pay attention to wall mounting. Are there any specific recommendations that work particularly well with Brimnes furniture? I would appreciate concrete tips.
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kloreo
26 Apr 2022 11:12
Wall anchoring is mandatory for Brimnes. Ikea usually provides a mounting kit, which is well designed. It’s best to use metal anchors or plugs that are suitable for the wall type. This ensures everything stays secure and stable.
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len50
27 Apr 2022 08:43
keleli schrieb:
I used adhesive drawer locks on my Brimnes dressers, which stick on the sides.

I was wondering whether adhesive locks on drawers might become a weak point once the children are older and stronger. How durable do you find the adhesive locks under daily use? Are there any alternative options if the adhesive does not hold?