Secure furniture to prevent injury to your family and minimize damage:

Materials Needed Cabinet Latches Wood Trim Brackets Small Nails or Brads Lag Screws Screw Hooks Flat Head Screws

Tools Needed Screwdriver Hammer Pliers Crescent Wrench

Cabinets

Install positive catching latches. Many variations are available at hardware stores.

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Tall Furniture
Install metal "L" brackets between furniture and wall stud at top. (The "L" bracket can be installed inverted so it will be hidden from view.)

Open Shelves
Install guard across shelf, or install wood trim on front of shelf. Place heavy objects on lower shelves.

Hanging Pictures
Screw hooks into wood members only (stud or ceiling joists). Close hooks used for hanging pictures to prevent their falling.

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