Ougourim Furniture Anchors (10 Packs) Anti Tip Furniture Anchors for Baby Proofing, Furniture Wall Anchor Earthquake Straps for Furniture Dresser Wall Safety Anchor Furniture Fasteners to Wall, White

Why I reached for these anchors

A babyproofing weekend has a way of exposing every wobbly bookshelf and eager-to-tip dresser in a home. I wanted a solution that didn’t feel flimsy, would hold up over years, and wouldn’t turn furniture into a permanent fixture that’s impossible to clean behind. The Ougourim furniture anchors hit that balance: metal hardware, a simple strap system, and a pack size large enough to secure the usual suspects in one go.

What you get and how it’s built

This is a 10-pack of stainless steel wall/furniture brackets with a detachable metal strap linking them. Everything is finished in white, which blends with most walls; if your furniture is dark, the hardware is still largely hidden behind it. The use of stainless steel is the standout choice here—no brittle plastic to sun-bake or crack, and it’s naturally corrosion resistant. The strap detaches at the bracket, which is much more convenient than fixed L-brackets when you need to move a piece for cleaning or rearranging.

The design is versatile: you can mount the brackets vertically or horizontally depending on clearance at the back of your furniture, and the strap length gives enough play to pull a unit out slightly without full removal.

Installation: what worked, what didn’t

Tools I used:
- Stud finder
- Drill/driver and a hand screwdriver
- Small drill bits for pilot holes
- Pencil, level, and tape measure
- Needle-nose pliers (very helpful)

My process for each piece:
1. Locate a wall stud. If you can’t hit a stud, use a wall anchor rated for the expected load and your wall type (drywall, plaster, masonry). The included hardware covered stud and solid-wood attachment for me; for hollow walls without studs, I supplied my own heavy-duty anchors.
2. Place the wall bracket about two-thirds up the height of the furniture to resist a forward tip; use two anchors per piece—left and right—for stability.
3. Pre-drill pilot holes into the stud and the furniture back or frame. On particleboard with thin back panels, I prefer to catch solid framing or add a small backing block.
4. Screw the wall bracket into the stud, then the mate onto the furniture.
5. Thread and secure the strap between them, leaving minimal slack so the piece can’t gain momentum if pulled.

The only fiddly step was threading the metal strap through the small pass-through in a tight gap between the wall and furniture. Needle-nose pliers or taping the strap end to a coffee stirrer made that painless.

Time per piece varied from five to ten minutes once I got into a rhythm. With ten anchors in the box, I covered two dressers, a tall bookcase, and had extra to spare for a cabinet and a garage shelf.

Real-world stability

Anchors like these are about preventing a fatal forward tip, not gluing furniture to the wall. After installation, I opened multiple drawers on a fully loaded dresser and leaned my bodyweight against the top edge. The piece shifted slightly until the straps took load, then stopped—no scary pitch-forward moment. On a tall, narrow bookcase, pulling from the upper shelf produced the same result: the unit checked into the straps and stayed put.

The manufacturer suggests protection up to a magnitude 5.5 earthquake. I can’t simulate that, but the setup is consistent with common seismic strap approaches: relatively short, high-strength links into solid framing, and two anchors per unit to distribute load. If you live in an earthquake zone, using two per item isn’t a nice-to-have; it’s the baseline.

Usability and day-to-day living

The detachable strap is more useful than it sounds. I can pop the strap, slide a piece forward to dust or retrieve a fallen cable, then reattach without contortions. There’s enough strap length to move furniture a few inches without full removal.

Visually, the white brackets disappear against the wall. You might glimpse them if furniture sits an inch or two off the wall, but there’s no cable clutter or bulky hardware sticking out. Once installed, they’re “set and forget” aside from periodic checks on screw tightness.

Where they shine

• Baby/toddler safety: Preventing top-heavy furniture from becoming a climbing hazard is the primary use case, and these deliver solid peace of mind.
• Metal, not plastic: The stainless hardware feels robust and won’t degrade like nylon straps or polymer buckles can over time.
• Quick installs: With a drill and a stud finder, anchoring a houseful of furniture in an afternoon is realistic.
• Flexibility: Works with bookcases, dressers, cabinets, and wardrobes; the bracket orientations help you find a flat, strong attachment point on odd backs.

Limitations to keep in mind

• Screws and substrates: The included screws worked well for studs and solid wood. For thicker furniture backs, I preferred longer wood screws. For drywall without studs, budget for appropriate toggle or sleeve anchors—don’t rely on small plastic wall plugs for a heavy piece.
• Thin back panels: Many flat-pack bookcases use 3 mm fiberboard backs that won’t hold screws. Attach into the vertical frame members or add a small wooden cleat inside the case to give the screw teeth something to bite.
• Tight clearances: Threading the strap in a narrow gap is possible, just fiddly. Installing brackets before pushing the furniture fully into place saves frustration.
• Not a cure-all: Anchors reduce risk but don’t replace supervising little climbers. Keep heavy items on lower shelves and avoid storing tempting toys up top.

Comparisons and alternatives

• Nylon webbing straps: Cheaper and faster to install, but the webbing and plastic buckles can embrittle or stretch over time, especially near heat sources or sunlight.
• Rigid L-brackets: Very strong when mounted into studs, but you typically lose the quick-detach convenience and need tools every time you move furniture.
• Adhesive-only solutions: Easy, but I avoid them for anything heavier than a small console. Adhesives vary wildly by paint, wall texture, and humidity.

The Ougourim anchors land in a sweet spot: stronger and longer-lasting than nylon kits, more convenient than permanent L-brackets, and priced well considering the 10-pack coverage.

Tips for a safer install

• Use two anchors per item—one near each corner.
• Aim for stud mounting on the wall side whenever possible.
• On furniture, attach into a structural member (frame/stile), not just a thin back panel.
• Pre-drill to prevent splitting and to keep screws straight.
• Leave minimal slack in the strap; less slack means less momentum.
• Recheck tightness every few months and after any move.
• For seismic zones, keep heavy loads low, and don’t stack unanchored units.

Value

A 10-pack goes a long way, and the cost per anchor is low relative to the consequence of a tip-over. Between the stainless construction and removable strap, this feels like a buy-once, use-for-years solution rather than something I’ll be replacing.

The bottom line

I came away impressed with how straightforward these anchors are and how solid the furniture feels afterward. Installation is approachable with basic tools, the stainless hardware inspires confidence, and the detachable strap is a thoughtful touch that makes living with anchored furniture less of a hassle.

Recommendation: I recommend the Ougourim furniture anchors for parents, pet owners, and anyone in quake-prone areas who needs a reliable, unobtrusive way to stabilize tall furniture. They’re sturdy, easy to install, and versatile across different pieces. Just plan for proper wall anchors if you can’t hit a stud and consider longer screws for thicker furniture backs. Used as intended—two per item, into solid material—they offer excellent protection and peace of mind.