Hello everyone, I bought an IKEA Malm dresser and I want to securely fasten it to the wall to prevent it from tipping over—especially since I have small children at home. The IKEA instructions include a safety kit, but I’m not sure if that’s enough or if there are better ways to mount the dresser more firmly and safely. Has anyone had experience with wall mounting the Malm dresser? Which anchors and screws are suitable, and what is the best way to attach it, particularly on drywall (plasterboard) walls? I would appreciate detailed tips and perhaps a step-by-step guide or advice on important things to keep in mind.
For wall mounting, screws with a Torx drive are advantageous because they are less likely to slip out of the screwdriver, preventing over-tightening. Torx provides better torque transfer.
A Phillips head is sufficient, but when installing in cavity plaster or metal studs, Torx can be more convenient. It is important to choose the screw size to match the anchor and to use screws that are galvanized or corrosion-resistant (e.g., stainless steel) to avoid rust.
A Phillips head is sufficient, but when installing in cavity plaster or metal studs, Torx can be more convenient. It is important to choose the screw size to match the anchor and to use screws that are galvanized or corrosion-resistant (e.g., stainless steel) to avoid rust.
Thank you all very much for the detailed and well-founded advice! Earlier, I ordered two hollow wall anchors and matching Torx screws, and I will secure the dresser to the wall at two points near the top. I really like the idea of using expanding foam, and I will give that a try as well. I will report back on whether everything worked out well.
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