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!
LEEJU schrieb:
Always secure Hemnes furniture with at least 2 wall anchors.Exactly, this is an important principle.
Furthermore, I would like to add that the number of wall anchors also depends on the size and load of the furniture. Especially for heavily loaded pieces, it is worth installing a third or fourth fastening point.
Small details that are often overlooked:
- The dowel holes should be precisely pre-drilled to avoid damaging the material.
- Before assembly, check all threads for secure fit and cleanliness.
LEEJU schrieb:
Always fasten to load-bearing masonry.This is crucial because drywall requires special cavity anchors. This is not an issue for you, but important for other readers.