ᐅ How can Ikea Hemnes furniture be effectively secured to prevent tipping?
Created on: 9 Jun 2020 10:12
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mackgu
Hello everyone,
I have a somewhat detailed question regarding the safety of my Ikea Hemnes furniture: How can Ikea Hemnes furniture be effectively secured against tipping? This series is quite solid and tall, but I have noticed that there is a risk of tipping, especially with small children or accidental bumps.
On one hand, I want to prevent damage to the furniture, and on the other, of course, ensure safety protection for children or pets.
Are there any specific devices that have proven effective? And if so, what is the best way to install them without damaging the furniture?
I would like to learn about all possible options (e.g., wall anchors, special fasteners, additional base wideners) and also know what to pay attention to during installation to ensure real stability.
I’m looking forward to your experiences!
I have a somewhat detailed question regarding the safety of my Ikea Hemnes furniture: How can Ikea Hemnes furniture be effectively secured against tipping? This series is quite solid and tall, but I have noticed that there is a risk of tipping, especially with small children or accidental bumps.
On one hand, I want to prevent damage to the furniture, and on the other, of course, ensure safety protection for children or pets.
Are there any specific devices that have proven effective? And if so, what is the best way to install them without damaging the furniture?
I would like to learn about all possible options (e.g., wall anchors, special fasteners, additional base wideners) and also know what to pay attention to during installation to ensure real stability.
I’m looking forward to your experiences!
mackgu schrieb:
How can Ikea Hemnes furniture be effectively secured against tipping over?I often wonder why we don’t address the tipping problem more fundamentally: instead of attaching the furniture to the wall, why not modify the piece to widen its base?
For example, extend the side panels or add a sort of base at the bottom that is wider. This creates a larger footprint without the need to drill or damage the walls.
Of course, this is more work but more sustainable. It may seem inconvenient at first, but it avoids unsightly holes in the walls and keeps the furniture flexible.
Wouldn’t this be a much better approach that Ikea should really consider in their design? Especially for families with children, the furniture should be inherently more stable from the start.
Lamar schrieb:
Wouldn't that be a much better approach, which Ikea should actually consider in their design?I understand your idea, but honestly, especially in rental apartments or less flexible spaces, wall mounting seems like a practical solution.
We also had Hemnes furniture and simply reinstalled it with the anti-tip brackets in our new apartment when we moved. It works well and keeps the children safe.
The idea of using plinths or wider legs sounds good, but that requires some DIY skills, which not everyone has or wants to take on.
I think if you install the wall mounts properly, the risk is minimal and it’s much easier to implement.
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PECLARISSA10 Jun 2020 09:02Hello everyone,
I would take a relaxed approach and simply rely on tried-and-tested tilt locks. A small tip from me: locks that match the color scheme make the entire installation look much neater and less "construction site-like."
In addition, small decorative elements or a low plant on the furniture attract extra attention and help distract from the security straps.
You don’t have to view everything so rigidly – an attractive solution can also provide safety without appearing excessive.
I would take a relaxed approach and simply rely on tried-and-tested tilt locks. A small tip from me: locks that match the color scheme make the entire installation look much neater and less "construction site-like."
In addition, small decorative elements or a low plant on the furniture attract extra attention and help distract from the security straps.
You don’t have to view everything so rigidly – an attractive solution can also provide safety without appearing excessive.
I want to emphasize once again how important it is to secure the anti-tip bracket not only to the wall but also properly to the furniture.
Often, the wall attachment is done well, but the furniture is only superficially secured. Ideally, use solid wooden reinforcements on the back panel to anchor the screws.
Important: Do not use cheap screws that are too short or too thin. Failure of the furniture attachment is more common than failure of the wall attachment.
Only with the right combination of both do you have real protection against tipping over.
Often, the wall attachment is done well, but the furniture is only superficially secured. Ideally, use solid wooden reinforcements on the back panel to anchor the screws.
Important: Do not use cheap screws that are too short or too thin. Failure of the furniture attachment is more common than failure of the wall attachment.
Only with the right combination of both do you have real protection against tipping over.
Kinbu schrieb:
And only with the right combination of both do you really have safety against tipping over.Thank you for this tip, that’s exactly what I wanted to know! Until now, I thought securing the wall alone would be enough, but I wasn’t aware that the connection to the furniture itself is just as important.
The furniture is 2 meters (6.6 feet) tall and about 90 cm (35 inches) wide; we mostly store books and some decorative plates in it. Due to the load capacity, I definitely need to use sturdy screws and ensure a solid connection.
I will now put together a list of recommended anti-tip devices and screws. If anyone has specific product suggestions without mentioning brand names, I would appreciate it.
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