CREATING SAFER HOMES TOGETHER
We all want our home to be a safer place. When we work together we can reduce the risk of accidents.
We all want our home to be a safer place. At home, accidents can pose a danger for children. If we work together, we can prevent accidents and make our home a safer place.
The best way to prevent the tipping over of furniture is to securely attach them to the wall. IKEA asks its customers to examine their chests of drawers and dressers to check if they are well secured to the wall with the restraint provided with the product in the package.
How to avoid tip over accidents
Secure it! Furniture must be securely fastened to the wall.
Use the tip over restraints provided with the product and the right hardware for your walls. Consult the included guide to choose the right hardware.
Place the heavy objects in the lowest drawers.
Never place a TV or other heavy objects on top of any furniture not intended to be used with a TV.
Never let children climb or hang on drawers, doors or shelves.
Do you need help to assemble the furniture? Click here.
Wall anchoring guide
If your wall material is not listed or if you have any questions, consult with a local hardware retailer.
Wall material:
Plasterboard wall with wooden support.
Anchoring device:
A screw inserted directly into the support. For example, a 5 mm wood screw supplied with the IKEA FIXA expansion plug and screw set.
Wall material:
Plasterboard wall without wooden support.
Anchoring device:
An expansion plug with screw. For example, an 8 mm expansion anchor supplied with the IKEA FIXA expansion plug and screw set.
Wall material:
Concrete block wall.
Anchoring device:
Solid wall: Expansion plug with screw. For example, an 8 mm plug supplied with the IKEA FIXA expansion plug and screw set.
Hollow wall: Butterfly anchor.
Resources for a safe installation
We provide materials and practical guides to help you install your furniture correctly and reduce the risk of accidents at home.
Is better to have less to worry about
Accidents can always happen, especially when you have children. Being prepared to avoid the more serious accidents.
Our home safety products and children safety products are easy to install and you can use them in the different areas of your home.
