To prevent this from happening use metal brackets to secure the top of the piece to the studs in the wall.
How to mount furniture to wall with l bracket.
Once the bookcase is positioned place an l bracket on top so it is flush with the wall and shelf and use a drill to attach the bracket to the top of the shelf.
The safety 1st furniture wall straps are easy to install and sturdy enough to help prevent accidental furniture tip overs.
Finally use a drill to attach another l bracket between the wall and the side of the shelf.
Refer to the instructions to determine the proper location for the furniture mounted portion of your anchor see attaching brackets to.
My idea was to use the biggest flat shaped l brackets i can find for the top expedit shelf secure them to the wall place the shelf on top of them screw the shelves to the wall with the wall mounting brackets ikea is giving with the shelves.
Ensure the restraints are installed into a solid piece of wood on the back or the top of the furniture.
Align your furniture with the bracket on the wall.
Install into solid wood.
This project guide shows how to install shelf brackets into wall studs and masonry walls.
If you have kids at home it is a good practice to firmly secure your large a.
Watch this video to find out more.
Wide pieces of furniture might need additional restraints.
You secure the cable with two.
Large furniture provides ample storage space while making your home look great.
Try b q s silver zinc effect mild steel corner brace.
The quakehold 2830 7 inch steel furniture cable works by overlapping two brackets one on the wall one on the furniture and securing them with a through cable.
Often furniture will come with brackets included but if not you can get an l shaped corner bracket from any ironmongery or diy store.
For heavy loads increase the size of your brackets and decrease the spacing between them.
As they are installed in the back you cannot see the straps from the front but they may be visible from the sides.
For longer wire shelves attach a bracket at least every 48 inches.
For stacked pieces of furniture anchor the top piece e g hutch additional bookcase etc to the base and then anchor to the wall.
If not secured to the wall tall pieces of furniture like bookcases can pose a risk of toppling over causing injury and damage to your home.