ᐅ How do I mount Ikea Metod kitchen cabinets on different types of walls?

meleo schrieb:
What size anchors should I use for this brick wall at a minimum? And do I need a special drill for it?

For a solid brick wall, anchors with a diameter of 8 mm (0.3 inches) are recommended, and 10 mm (0.4 inches) for heavier loads. The drilling depth should match the length of the anchor plus a few millimeters (inches) of clearance. A hammer drill is essential for drilling into brick, ideally using an 8 mm (0.3 inches) or 10 mm (0.4 inches) masonry drill bit.

meleo schrieb:
Do I need to expose or locate the wooden frame behind the drywall first, or will a special type of anchor hold safely without that?

You should locate the wooden frame with a stud finder. Then you can screw directly into the studs, which provides the best stability. If that’s not possible, special hollow wall anchors are required. However, these usually offer less load capacity than direct mounting into the wooden studs.

meleo schrieb:
How large should the anchors for this brick wall be at minimum? And do I need a special drill for that?

Very good questions! For brick walls: if you have solid bricks, a sturdy universal anchor with at least 8 mm (5/16 inches) diameter is sufficient. Anchors like 8 mm (5/16 inches) “Fischer SX” are a safe choice. For hollow bricks, make sure to use cavity anchors.

For drilling, a hammer drill with a masonry bit of at least 8 mm (5/16 inches) is definitely recommended. It’s best to drill step by step and use a vacuum cleaner to remove the dust; otherwise, the anchor won’t hold properly.

meleo schrieb:
Do I need to expose or locate the wooden substructure behind a drywall first, or will a special type of anchor hold without problems?

The most reliable way is to mark the wooden studs before installation with a stud finder or a similar device and place the screws there. If detection is difficult, you can test spots with a thin nail. Attaching to the substructure provides strong stability and can support several kilograms.

However, if studs are not accessible, high-quality toggle anchors are possible, though their load capacity is limited – for wall cabinets, it is better to avoid these.

meleo schrieb:
whether I need to expose or somehow locate the wooden substructure behind the drywall or if a special type of anchor will hold without any problems?

It is highly recommended to locate the wooden substructure and screw directly into it. Cavity anchors generally hold, but they are often not sufficient for heavy overhead cabinets like Metod. Additionally, the weight can damage the drywall over time.

If locating the substructure is difficult, proceed methodically: use a stud finder with a framing detection function and gently tap the wall with a wooden mallet to detect differences in resonance. Sometimes small test holes can help verify the exact position. Then mark the spots clearly with a pencil.

Good luck with the installation – if you work carefully and patiently, it is definitely manageable!

I would simply use heavy-duty anchors for the brick wall and not skimp on the materials. For the drywall, you’ll have more success with a wooden subframe if you screw directly into that.

If you ever hang heavy items and the anchor slips, the trouble will be greater than a bit of extra work upfront. Good luck! 🙂

Brick wall: 8-10 mm (0.3-0.4 inch) anchors.
Drywall: screws into wooden substructure.
If no wood: use toggle bolts.