ᐅ How can Billy shelves be securely mounted on walls in older buildings?
Created on: 29 Aug 2016 18:12
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Hello everyone,
I am planning to mount some IKEA Billy shelves on the walls of my older apartment. The problem is that the walls are not solid but plastered and seem quite fragile. Therefore, I want to avoid the shelves falling down or the anchors coming loose over time.
My question is: How can Billy shelves be securely fixed to older plaster walls?
Which anchors and screws are especially suitable for old plaster walls? Are standard expansion anchors sufficient, or should I use special insulation anchors, cavity anchors, or chemical anchors?
Are there any tips regarding pre-drilling, filling holes if necessary, or other preparations that could improve durability?
Also, concerning load distribution – are there specific recommendations on whether to use several small fixing points or fewer larger ones?
I would be very grateful for your experiences and suggestions!
I am planning to mount some IKEA Billy shelves on the walls of my older apartment. The problem is that the walls are not solid but plastered and seem quite fragile. Therefore, I want to avoid the shelves falling down or the anchors coming loose over time.
My question is: How can Billy shelves be securely fixed to older plaster walls?
Which anchors and screws are especially suitable for old plaster walls? Are standard expansion anchors sufficient, or should I use special insulation anchors, cavity anchors, or chemical anchors?
Are there any tips regarding pre-drilling, filling holes if necessary, or other preparations that could improve durability?
Also, concerning load distribution – are there specific recommendations on whether to use several small fixing points or fewer larger ones?
I would be very grateful for your experiences and suggestions!
Thanks to everyone for the valuable tips!
I think I will try chemical anchors and use at least two screws per side. The cartridge gun method seems like a good investment and effectively solves the problem of crumbly walls.
Using construction adhesive as an additional bonding agent is an interesting idea, but I will definitely try to have the anchors bear the main load first.
If anyone has further advice on the exact type of anchors I should look for at the hardware store, please share!
I think I will try chemical anchors and use at least two screws per side. The cartridge gun method seems like a good investment and effectively solves the problem of crumbly walls.
Using construction adhesive as an additional bonding agent is an interesting idea, but I will definitely try to have the anchors bear the main load first.
If anyone has further advice on the exact type of anchors I should look for at the hardware store, please share!
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REOHEINRIC31 Aug 2016 10:02It is important that chemical anchors are specifically suitable for the building material – there are resins for solid brick, aerated concrete, wood, etc. For older walls, rigid resin based on styrene is usually recommended.
The anchor should also be designed specifically for hollow or fragile walls so that the resin can properly bond. Ask for "injection mortar for porous materials" at the hardware store.
The anchor itself is usually just the sleeve; the injection resin is purchased separately in a cartridge.
The anchor should also be designed specifically for hollow or fragile walls so that the resin can properly bond. Ask for "injection mortar for porous materials" at the hardware store.
The anchor itself is usually just the sleeve; the injection resin is purchased separately in a cartridge.
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