My product didn't come with screws for attaching it to a wall.
For safety reasons, please attach your IKEA product to a wall if instructed to do so by the assembly instructions. Wall anchoring screws are not included with products because you need different wall anchoring screws depending on the material and structure of the surface your product will be attached to.*
The page below explains some simple ways to check the structure of your wall and what material it is made of. It also explains how to choose the right screws for your wall.
More on how to select and fix screws for attaching products to walls
*Excludes some products.
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