Wardrobe anchoring in Exeter
Professional wardrobe anchoring services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£60
Typical Duration
15-20 mins
Location
Exeter, Devon
Professional wardrobe anchoring - secure your wardrobes to the wall so they can't tip forward. Heavy furniture falling on a child is every parent's nightmare.
Heavy Doesn't Mean Stable
Wardrobes look too heavy to tip. But open doors change the weight distribution. Hanging on doors, climbing on drawers - children do these things. Even heavy wardrobes can fall.
💡 Pro tip: The heavier the wardrobe, the more dangerous when it falls. Don't assume weight means safety.
Why Professional Anchoring Matters
| ✅ Done Right | ❌ Done Wrong |
|---|---|
| Fixed into studs | Into plasterboard only |
| Holds full weight | Pulls out under strain |
| Hidden installation | Visible fixings |
| All wardrobes done | Some forgotten |
What You Get
🔧 The Full Service
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Assess | Wardrobe and wall checked |
| Locate | Solid fixing points found |
| Anchor | Secure fixing installed |
| Test | Pull-tested for strength |
📦 You're Left With
- Anchored wardrobe
- Can't tip forward
- Hidden anchoring
- Peace of mind
Pricing Guide
| Scope | Estimated Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Wardrobe anchoring | 15-20 mins | £60 |
Based on £60 minimum (first hour). Multiple wardrobes more efficient together.
Perfect For Your Project If...
✅ Tall wardrobes - Higher tip risk
✅ Wardrobes with drawers - Climbing opportunity
✅ Children's rooms - Where climbing happens
✅ Flat-pack furniture - Often needs anchoring
Why Choose Us for Wardrobe anchoring in Exeter?
Tip-over prevention
Secure wall fixing
Hidden installation
Heavy units secured
What to Expect
Step 1: Assess
Wardrobe construction and wall type evaluated.
Step 2: Anchor
Secure fixing installed at top of wardrobe.
Step 3: Test
Pull-tested to confirm security.
🔧 DIY Tips
Doing it yourself? Here's what matters:
🔧 Tools you'll need
- Stud finder
- Drill
- Screwdriver
- Anchor straps/brackets
📐 Proper anchoring
- Identify wall type and studs
- Position anchor behind cornice/top
- Drill into studs or solid wall
- Attach anchor securely
- Connect to wardrobe
- Pull-test firmly
⚠️ Common DIY mistakes
- Plasterboard-only fixing
- Anchor positioned too low
- Not testing under load
- Forgetting spare room wardrobes
💡 Pro trick: Open the doors fully and push on the frame - this is how children test furniture. If it moves at all, anchoring isn't secure.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
🚪 Door danger - children hang on wardrobe doors. This creates a lever effect that can tip even heavy wardrobes forward.
Priority wardrobes:
- Children's bedroom wardrobes
- Wardrobes with base drawers
- Tall narrow wardrobes
- Flat-pack wardrobes
Also anchor:
- Bookcases
- Chest of drawers
- TV units
- Freestanding shelving
Frequently Asked Questions
Do wardrobes really tip over?
Yes - children open doors and hang on them, or climb on base drawers. The weight distribution changes and tall wardrobes can tip. They're heavy enough to cause serious injury or death.
What about very heavy wardrobes?
Heavy doesn't mean stable. The weight actually makes them more dangerous when they do fall. All freestanding wardrobes should be anchored.
Where do you anchor wardrobes?
Usually at the top, behind the cornice if there is one, into wall studs or solid masonry. Invisible when done properly.
Can flat-pack wardrobes be anchored?
Yes - most come with anchor straps that people don't fit. We ensure proper installation into solid wall.
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