ᐅ How can Ikea HEMNES furniture be safely used in rental apartments?
Created on: 28 Oct 2019 17:03
J
Jotano
Hello everyone,
I would like to use furniture from the Ikea Hemnes series in my rental apartment, but I’m not sure how to do this as safely and without damage to the apartment as possible.
The cabinets and dressers are relatively heavy and generally quite sturdy, which is great. However, I’m concerned about securing them to the walls or preventing them from tipping over, especially since I live in an older building where the walls don’t always seem very solid.
My question is: How can Ikea Hemnes furniture be safely used in rental apartments without damaging the walls, while still ensuring stability during daily use? I’m particularly interested in the best methods for wall mounting or alternative securing techniques that tenants can use without causing issues with the landlord when moving out.
I look forward to any advice and experiences!
I would like to use furniture from the Ikea Hemnes series in my rental apartment, but I’m not sure how to do this as safely and without damage to the apartment as possible.
The cabinets and dressers are relatively heavy and generally quite sturdy, which is great. However, I’m concerned about securing them to the walls or preventing them from tipping over, especially since I live in an older building where the walls don’t always seem very solid.
My question is: How can Ikea Hemnes furniture be safely used in rental apartments without damaging the walls, while still ensuring stability during daily use? I’m particularly interested in the best methods for wall mounting or alternative securing techniques that tenants can use without causing issues with the landlord when moving out.
I look forward to any advice and experiences!
jordanvin schrieb:
Exactly, that’s my tip! I use straps with Velcro that hardly leave any holes. Super practical for rental apartments! Plus, you can uninstall them anytime when moving out without leaving nasty marks.This is important to mention. Especially in rental apartments, it’s better to use such removable safety devices. However, I still recommend discussing the type of fastening with the landlord beforehand.
janfo schrieb:
There are wedges or small metal brackets that you can wedge between the wall and furniture to reduce tipping risk without drilling.A sensible idea, though I would recommend it more for lightweight furniture. The Hemnes series is sturdy, so a solid anchoring is safer in the long term.
Thank you all for the many helpful responses!
Here’s a summary of what I’ve gathered so far:
- Wall anchors are essential to prevent tipping hazards.
- For older or thinner walls, make sure to use hollow wall anchors or heavy-duty anchors.
- Anti-tip straps provide a good alternative or supplement that is friendly for renters.
- Some clamping systems can help with lighter furniture, but are only partially effective for the heavy HEMNES furniture.
- Contact your landlord and coordinate the type of fastening to ensure you are on the safe legal side.
I will be installing the HEMNES furniture soon using these tips. Is there anything else I should consider, for example regarding the positioning or load on the furniture pieces?
Thanks again – I really appreciate the discussion here.
Here’s a summary of what I’ve gathered so far:
- Wall anchors are essential to prevent tipping hazards.
- For older or thinner walls, make sure to use hollow wall anchors or heavy-duty anchors.
- Anti-tip straps provide a good alternative or supplement that is friendly for renters.
- Some clamping systems can help with lighter furniture, but are only partially effective for the heavy HEMNES furniture.
- Contact your landlord and coordinate the type of fastening to ensure you are on the safe legal side.
I will be installing the HEMNES furniture soon using these tips. Is there anything else I should consider, for example regarding the positioning or load on the furniture pieces?
Thanks again – I really appreciate the discussion here.
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