What sort of screws should I use to anchor furniture to walls?
IKEA recommends you to use wall fixing screws that are suitable for your walls. As wall materials vary, screws for wall fixation are not included.*
Please check the materials of your walls and select the appropriate screws from IKEA FIXA series (screws) or your local hardware store.
*Excludes some products.
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