When mounting this item, is it essential to anchor directly into a stud?? Or is it really sturdy (not so heavy) as to be okay otherwise?
1442326
It's pretty heavy, but it comes with anchors and then there are L brackets it sits on on the bottom too. I don't think we looked for studs. Ours is full of shot glasses too.
1442327
it is pretty heavy once you get all the shot glasses in it, I would use a stud or an anchor bracket
819178
I intended to anchor it securely enough for incidental grabs with larger screws than provided- into studs. I think it would have been strong enough, but I would not want to routinely put much weight on it. You can set the space between the support brackets wherever you like, which should help with bending of the rod. It is not a solid rod and is maybe 3/8" diam.
964493
the shelves seem to be fairly sturdy, however you definitely have to anchor unit to wall, it is a little topheavy.
1193986
Yes its best to mount it on studs so it wont become loose and fall off! This set is heavy itself!
296666
I did not have that issue. You may need to use anchors or fasten it to a stud.
320279
We mounted these to the ceiling and they work great. I don't think the weight is that critical. What's important is what you're anchoring it to. If you're anchoring to studs, you have no trouble at all. If not, adjust the weight accordingly.
765341
Yes, I anchored it to the drywall. I was concerned that it would flex. It seems plenty strong from a weight on the shelf stand point.
1334627
I mounted it horizontal. I had to cut part of the stud. It wasn't an issue at all beyond cutting. Took a few minutes to do
1682162
I have this mount directly to drywall with very good anchors from home depot. DO NOT use the simple compression anchors. Get the WingIts World's Strongest Fastener. You wont regret it. I have a 32 inch tv and a cable box. Sorry, dont not use the second shelf.
714589
I put this up on dry wall, but found studs to screw into. Depends on how heavy your tv is if you want to trust a drywall anchor or not. I'm not qualified to answer that.
392987
If you intend to install this product high on a wall, mount the bracket vertical and ensure all four mounting screws are centered in a stud. This is a very sturdy bracket; it will hold the weight just fine.
793645
It takes two screws to mount. If your're not going into a stud it would be good to use moly's with the screws. I honestly can't remember if they came with it but I'm inclined to say it didn't.
1885040
We screwed ours into the wall. I think you are supposed to screw it into the wall. We put wall anchors in for even better hold when a stud was not an option. They worked wonderfully for us!!
703047
I used anchors through drywall with no studs. Possibly using screws and washers w/nuts would hold it. Depends also upon whether the cabinet is fiberboard or real wood and how thick it is.
1990274
I actually never did screw it into the wall even though it does suggest it. Personally I've had it for nearly 2yrs now & I had no issues with it tipping over, etc... its pretty sturdy & i have a ton of DVDs packed in there as well as other electronic devices. Personally I dont think its necessary at all.
1458178
Definitely need to frame it out in studs, including one in the middle. Not hard to do at all. Use long drywall screws, seems to work well...
1750509
I mounted mine to drywall using a 100lb wall anchor. Bit of overkill but never have to worry about something going wrong. A stud would work perfect as well. The rubber feet work great to make a nice secure and sturdy base against the wall.