Create a safe space for you children – secure the furniture to the wall
If everyone does their part, we can reduce the risk of accidents at home.
There are things in most homes that can be dangerous for the little ones. See what you can do to make the home a safer place.
For example, you can secure our furniture using the included fasteners so it doesn't tip over.
If you need new fasteners for your IKEA product, visit the Exchange and Returns desk at the store or contact customer service to get a new set for free. The part number for the fastening kit is #326235.
Prevent accidents
Secure your furniture to the wall. Use the fasteners provided with the furniture and screws suitable for the wall material. See our wall mounting guide if you need help.
Never place a TV or other heavy objects on dressers or other furniture not designed for TV's or heavy objects.
Place the heaviest items in the bottom drawers.
Never let children climb or hang from drawers, doors, or shelves.
How to do it
Make sure to use fasteners suitable for the wall material in your home when you secure furniture to the wall. If you do not see your wall material listed here or have questions, ask your local hardware store.
Wall material
Drywall with available studs.
Fastener
Screw directly into the stud. For example, a 5 mm wood screw from the IKEA FIXA screw and plug set.
Wall material
Drywall without available studs.
Fastener
Plug with screw. For example, the 8 mm plug from the IKEA FIXA screw and plug set.
Wall material
Masonry
Fastener
Solid wall: Plug with screw. For example, the 8 mm plug from the IKEA FIXA screw and plug set.
Hollow wall: Screw with barbs.
Watch how you can secure IKEA furniture to the wall
