How to Furniture Anchoring Check

During an earthquake, tall furniture becomes deadly—a loaded bookcase can weigh 200+ pounds, and the violent shaking can send it crashing down on anyone nearby. This safety inspection involves identifying all tall, top-heavy, or heavy items that could topple, verifying they're secured to wall studs with appropriate anchoring hardware, and using museum putty or ledge guards to prevent smaller items from becoming projectiles. For about $10 per piece of furniture, you can dramatically reduce the injury risk from falling furniture in an earthquake.