ᐅ How can I securely fasten Malm furniture in rental apartments?
Created on: 20 Feb 2017 11:03
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Fredpar
Hello everyone,
I would like to know how I can safely secure my Ikea Malm furniture in my rental apartment without causing too much damage to the walls. My main concern is safety, as I have a small child and worry that the furniture might tip over. Are there ways to firmly and securely attach the furniture to the wall that can still be easily removed when moving out? What types of anchors or fixing methods are recommended for concrete or drywall (plasterboard) walls? I would appreciate tips on the proper approach, material recommendations, and possible alternatives. Thanks in advance!
I would like to know how I can safely secure my Ikea Malm furniture in my rental apartment without causing too much damage to the walls. My main concern is safety, as I have a small child and worry that the furniture might tip over. Are there ways to firmly and securely attach the furniture to the wall that can still be easily removed when moving out? What types of anchors or fixing methods are recommended for concrete or drywall (plasterboard) walls? I would appreciate tips on the proper approach, material recommendations, and possible alternatives. Thanks in advance!
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ronAlberto21 Feb 2017 15:04Hello Fredpar,
I will explain the topic in detail, as securing your Malm furniture—especially in a rental apartment with a child—is a complex issue.
1. Determine the wall type: The kind of wall you have significantly affects the fixing method. Concrete provides a solid hold, while drywall (plasterboard) is fragile and requires special anchors.
2. Fixing materials: Ikea normally provides an anti-tip kit with metal brackets, screws, and anchors for Malm. For concrete, 8 mm (5/16 inches) heavy-duty anchors are highly recommended. For drywall, you should definitely use hollow wall metal anchors or toggle bolts that spread behind the board.
3. Installation: It is important to drill the correct holes first: use a rotary hammer with a masonry bit for concrete, and a normal drill for drywall. Always use a cable finder with depth detection to avoid electrical and plumbing lines.
4. Positioning: Make sure to secure the upper back parts of the Malm furniture to the wall, as most tip-over risks occur there. The furniture should also stand firmly on the floor (level it if necessary).
5. Structural restrictions in rental apartments: Are you allowed to drill holes? If yes, keep the diameter small and patch the holes afterward. Alternatively, tension rods (between floor and ceiling) can help, but they are often expensive and not as secure.
6. After moving out: Properly fill all holes and repaint the wall if needed. This is usually standard procedure.
Important: Take enough time for the job, have a second person assist you, and use all the necessary tools (drill with appropriate bits, spirit level, cable finder).
If you provide more details about your wall construction, I can assist you more specifically.
All the best!
I will explain the topic in detail, as securing your Malm furniture—especially in a rental apartment with a child—is a complex issue.
1. Determine the wall type: The kind of wall you have significantly affects the fixing method. Concrete provides a solid hold, while drywall (plasterboard) is fragile and requires special anchors.
2. Fixing materials: Ikea normally provides an anti-tip kit with metal brackets, screws, and anchors for Malm. For concrete, 8 mm (5/16 inches) heavy-duty anchors are highly recommended. For drywall, you should definitely use hollow wall metal anchors or toggle bolts that spread behind the board.
3. Installation: It is important to drill the correct holes first: use a rotary hammer with a masonry bit for concrete, and a normal drill for drywall. Always use a cable finder with depth detection to avoid electrical and plumbing lines.
4. Positioning: Make sure to secure the upper back parts of the Malm furniture to the wall, as most tip-over risks occur there. The furniture should also stand firmly on the floor (level it if necessary).
5. Structural restrictions in rental apartments: Are you allowed to drill holes? If yes, keep the diameter small and patch the holes afterward. Alternatively, tension rods (between floor and ceiling) can help, but they are often expensive and not as secure.
6. After moving out: Properly fill all holes and repaint the wall if needed. This is usually standard procedure.
Important: Take enough time for the job, have a second person assist you, and use all the necessary tools (drill with appropriate bits, spirit level, cable finder).
If you provide more details about your wall construction, I can assist you more specifically.
All the best!
ronAlberto schrieb:
For concrete, 8mm (5/16 inch) heavy-duty anchors are highly recommended. For drywall, you should definitely use hollow-wall metal anchors or toggle bolts that spread behind the panel.I would like to add that the screws should not be too short, otherwise the anchor will not hold properly. Always check before purchasing whether the anchors are suitable for the specific wall thickness.
Furthermore, it is worth paying attention to the load capacity of the anchors, especially if the furniture will be heavily loaded.
One more tip: If the landlord has concerns about drill holes, you can alternatively use tensioned furniture anchors that wedge between the furniture and the ceiling – however, these are not always quite as stable.
Most importantly: careful installation and marking of the drill points with a spirit level.
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