ᐅ How do I secure IKEA Metod kitchen cabinets to very thick walls?

Hello everyone,

I am currently planning the installation of an IKEA Metod kitchen but have an issue with very thick walls in my older building. The walls are about 45 cm thick (18 inches), but they are not entirely solid masonry; rather, they consist partly of a combination of stone and wooden beams.

My main question is: How can I securely fasten the Metod kitchen cabinets to such thick and partly heterogeneous walls? The supplied anchors and screws seem designed for standard concrete or brick walls and are either too short or do not provide sufficient stability.

I look forward to your advice on which fastening methods, types of anchors, or other tips you recommend to mount the cabinets firmly and safely. Information about possible additional mounting profiles or reinforcements would also be helpful.

Thanks in advance!

losepar schrieb:
How do I securely fasten Metod kitchen cabinets to such thick and partially uneven walls?

Use long heavy-duty anchors that penetrate deep into solid masonry. Wooden beams can be fixed with frame anchors and long screws. It is important to first investigate the wall using a long drill bit.

Hello losepar,

I will proceed systematically since you have very specific walls:

- First: Find out exactly which materials make up the wall (wood, stone, brick, etc.). Using a drill with a long bit will help you locate the right spots.

- For wooden beams: It is best to screw directly into the beams using long wood screws.

- For thick masonry: Use heavy-duty anchors with appropriate plug lengths (e.g., 120 mm (5 inches) or longer, depending on thickness).

- If the masonry is uneven or partially hollow, chemical anchors are suitable because they are flexible and strong.

- Optional: An additional wood or metal frame attached to the wall can provide a mounting surface for the Metod elements.

One more tip: Always rely on tests and careful test drillings to optimize the anchor positions.

Good luck!

LEEJU schrieb:
Use long heavy-duty anchors that reach deep into stable masonry.

That’s really a great approach! 😎 Especially with thick, complex walls, it makes sense to use longer anchors – and heavy-duty anchors are the secret weapon.

If you don’t have a 120mm (5 inch) drill bit, a small drill bit extension can often help. And hey, drilling itself can be quite meditative if you take it easy.

Alternatively, a wooden subframe can be screwed to the wall. Then you mount the IKEA furniture onto that. This also takes some load off the wall. Win-win.

I understand your problem, losepar, because thick walls like that can really be challenging.

I once had a similar situation where I just didn’t know how to find secure anchor points. It made me quite unsure whether the cabinets would eventually fall down.

My advice: don’t rely solely on the provided wall plugs. Maybe you could consult a structural engineer or at least an experienced tradesperson to confirm whether the wall areas are truly load-bearing. A bit of certainty never hurts, especially with larger kitchen units.

And if you have questions about any specific steps, just ask. Sometimes small tips can make a big difference.

fredle schrieb:
For thick masonry: Use heavy-duty anchors with appropriate plug lengths (e.g., 120 mm (5 inches) or longer, depending on thickness)

Exactly, and pay attention to the load-bearing capacity of the anchors.

I would also recommend using a spirit level and aligning everything precisely. This will save you a lot of trouble later.