ᐅ Securely Mounting IKEA Metod Wall Cabinets on Different Types of Walls
Created on: 14 Sep 2022 18:23
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Danma
Hello everyone, I am currently facing the challenge of securely mounting IKEA Metod wall cabinets on different types of walls. Since my apartment has various wall constructions – concrete, drywall (gypsum board), and partly brick walls – I would like to know which specific mounting methods and materials I should use for each to hang the cabinets stably and safely. It is especially important to me not to cause damage to the walls, while still ensuring that the cabinets hold firmly under full load.
Does anyone have particular expertise or experience with this? Are there specific anchors or screws you would recommend? And what should be absolutely considered when mounting on different wall types, for example regarding screw length, the type of fasteners, or the placement of wall anchors?
Thanks in advance for your advice!
Does anyone have particular expertise or experience with this? Are there specific anchors or screws you would recommend? And what should be absolutely considered when mounting on different wall types, for example regarding screw length, the type of fasteners, or the placement of wall anchors?
Thanks in advance for your advice!
Tinaneo schrieb:
Basically, I would recommend never using the supplied standard anchors, especially for drywall or other hollow walls – they are often only suitable for light loads.That’s an interesting point. I was actually planning to use the original anchors because I thought they were matched to the cabinets.
What are the experiences with the internal BMW mounting instructions from IKEA regarding durability? Are there practical tests available, or is it generally better to use other types of anchors?
Also, what do you think about screw length specifically for brick walls? Mine are older bricks, roughly 12 cm (5 inches) thick walls. Is an anchor with 6 cm (2.5 inches) embedment sufficient, or should more be planned?
I’m also considering whether to use a chemical anchor, but that seems a bit complicated to me.
I recently installed my Metod wall cabinets in an old building kitchen with brick walls and had good experience using so-called heavy-duty anchors. They weren’t cheap, but safety is important to me.
For such old bricks, I would aim for at least 8cm (3 inches) embedment if possible. Older masonry tends to be a bit more porous, so you need more holding power.
Also: Always pre-drill with a hammer drill and fully insert the anchor afterward; otherwise, the load capacity will suffer. I had zero issues with my setup.
Danma schrieb:
My bricks are rather old, walls are about 12cm (5 inches) thick. Is an anchor with 6cm (2.5 inches) embedment sufficient, or should I plan for more?
For such old bricks, I would aim for at least 8cm (3 inches) embedment if possible. Older masonry tends to be a bit more porous, so you need more holding power.
Also: Always pre-drill with a hammer drill and fully insert the anchor afterward; otherwise, the load capacity will suffer. I had zero issues with my setup.
Danma schrieb:
What are the experiences with IKEA’s internal assembly instructions, when it comes to durability? Are there any practical tests, or should one generally use different wall plugs?I assume you mean the IKEA assembly instructions, not BMW? 🙂
In any case, from my own experience and from some reports, the standard wall plugs are designed only for standard walls made of solid, load-bearing materials—such as concrete or solid masonry. They are not reliable on drywall or hollow walls with insulation. The tricky part is that this is not noticeable at first; the cabinets hang fine—but after several months, the material can fatigue or the plug can come loose.
So, if you want securely mounted wall cabinets for the long term, I recommend using specific wall plugs suitable for the respective wall type. Sometimes it’s also worth using mounting rails, which distribute the weight more evenly.
To conclude, here are a few important practical tips:
- Use an appropriate drill bit and speed to ensure you don’t drill the pilot hole too large; otherwise, the anchor will not hold properly.
- Avoid overloading: always plan with some margin, so you don’t push the anchor’s load capacity to its limit.
- When mounting several cabinets side by side, distribute the load across multiple anchors and mounting rails.
- For drywall (plasterboard), always choose toggle anchors with a minimum load capacity of 25 kg (55 lbs) per anchor point, preferably higher.
- Don’t forget to align the cabinets before hanging them and check if the wall is vertical.
Following these points will ensure long-lasting satisfaction with your installation!
- Use an appropriate drill bit and speed to ensure you don’t drill the pilot hole too large; otherwise, the anchor will not hold properly.
- Avoid overloading: always plan with some margin, so you don’t push the anchor’s load capacity to its limit.
- When mounting several cabinets side by side, distribute the load across multiple anchors and mounting rails.
- For drywall (plasterboard), always choose toggle anchors with a minimum load capacity of 25 kg (55 lbs) per anchor point, preferably higher.
- Don’t forget to align the cabinets before hanging them and check if the wall is vertical.
Following these points will ensure long-lasting satisfaction with your installation!
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