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How to Secure Furniture to the Wall

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Use safety brackets to secure heavy furniture to the wall and prevent accidental injury to children.

Step 3: Find a wall stud before you attach the bracket.
You can find wall studs by using a stud finder or by locating the nail depressions in baseboards or ceiling moldings where they have been tacked to the stud. Studs are typically spaced every 16 inches.

A stud finder will light up as it passes over a concealed stud.

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Before you drill, make sure there are no electrical wires or plumbing behind the wall. Follow safety precautions by wearing safety goggles and a dust mask when disturbing walls. This information is offered only as a guideline. Always follow the instructions that came with your safety brackets.

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Text by Deb Alden
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