ᐅ How can IKEA Pax wardrobes be installed without damaging the wall?
Created on: 5 Jun 2019 17:12
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Panagiotis
Hello everyone, I plan to install an IKEA Pax wardrobe in my apartment. The issue is that I need to securely fasten the wardrobe to the wall to prevent it from tipping over—especially important with children or uneven floors. However, I want to keep the wall as intact as possible since we rent the apartment and don’t want to cause any damage.
My question is: How can IKEA Pax wardrobes be safely secured to the wall without causing significant damage or large holes? Are there specific methods or materials that provide strong support while minimizing impact on the wall? I would appreciate any helpful experiences or advice.
My question is: How can IKEA Pax wardrobes be safely secured to the wall without causing significant damage or large holes? Are there specific methods or materials that provide strong support while minimizing impact on the wall? I would appreciate any helpful experiences or advice.
Panagiotis schrieb:
Would it be better to install additional cross braces or adapters together with the original brackets?If you have the option to install an extra sturdy cross brace, I definitely recommend it. The cross rail distributes the load and reduces stress on the bracket. This is especially helpful with older plaster walls.
Also, for any later wall repairs: keep some filler and paint ready so you can smooth everything out after moving out.
If you have any questions about the specific installation, I’m happy to provide a step-by-step guide.
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Panagiotis7 Jun 2019 09:10Thanks to everyone, your tips have been very helpful!
To summarize briefly:
- Use anchors and screws suitable for concrete
- Use painter’s tape to protect surfaces when drilling
- Use the original IKEA wall brackets and additionally install cross braces to increase stability
- Use light bumpers to protect the wall
- Have filler material ready for later repairs
I will get started and will report back if I encounter any problems or have further questions. Thanks again for the detailed and helpful contributions!
To summarize briefly:
- Use anchors and screws suitable for concrete
- Use painter’s tape to protect surfaces when drilling
- Use the original IKEA wall brackets and additionally install cross braces to increase stability
- Use light bumpers to protect the wall
- Have filler material ready for later repairs
I will get started and will report back if I encounter any problems or have further questions. Thanks again for the detailed and helpful contributions!