How secure is the construction of the side walls and rear? I'm renting and don't plan on wall installation until my new house is built in a few month
1769724
Good enough I want to buy another but u do need a 2 by 4 depth for it to fit
1769725
Not mounted this to anything would only be good for keeping children out. This thing is light and it's main benefit is being able to conceal it in the wall. As the other person answered it's the same thickness as the regular cabinet made by stack on. I'd say get it if you are thinking about a small cabinet. I love mine mounted in the wall. Takes up no additional real estate. Hope this helps.
1769726
It is totally sealed, seems pretty heavy duty to me. I have not had any issues with this at all! I love mine!
1769727
It's secure. I had a stack on barometric safe that was not fire rated, and it was the same gauge steel as this. Make sure they are not running electrical horizontally through the wall where you are planning to put it.
1769728
I got mine for temporary outside the wall install (into studs with three lags through back) as I am also selling my place in a few months. It is sealed, but since the door can be opened with a good prybar, or easily attacked with a hand drill at the lock, or the whole thing can be pulled off a wall and carried away, this cabinet depends more on concealment than resistance to brute strength. So of the main safety attribute is the hidden nature.So as a temporary use outside the wall it is ok but not great. Also keep in mind that "California approval" is based on specified INSIDE the wall installation and your legal exposure/risk maybe higher since you are not suing it in the approved way. I got mine for temporary outside the wall install (into studs with three lags through back) as I am also selling my place in a few months. It is sealed, but since the door can be opened with a good prybar, or easily attacked with a hand drill at the lock, or the whole thing can be pulled off a wall and carried away, this cabinet depends more on concealment than resistance to brute strength. So of the main safety attribute is the hidden nature.So as a temporary use outside the wall it is ok but not great. Also keep in mind that "California approval" is based on specified... » Read More I got mine for temporary outside the wall install (into studs with three lags through back) as I am also selling my place in a few months. It is sealed, but since the door can be opened with a good prybar, or easily attacked with a hand drill at the lock, or the whole thing can be pulled off a wall and carried away, this cabinet depends more on concealment than resistance to brute strength. So of the main safety attribute is the hidden nature.So as a temporary use outside the wall it is ok but not great. Also keep in mind that "California approval" is based on specified INSIDE the wall installation and your legal exposure/risk maybe higher since you are not suing it in the approved way. « Show Less
476385
I haven't personally stretched it to its limits but when installing I did get pretty decent angles before I settled it close to the wall. I don't have brick walls so I keep as little stress on the wall as possible. Hope this helps.
2022558
We attached 3 sides to the existing soffits of the house(using the studs) and then we cemented in a 12 ft. post for the other corner. It is just a redwood post.So far, it is holding even in a strong wind.
240167
If you anchor it as instructed, it is very secure. You can use the anchors provided or bolt it down.
1754465
I used drywall screws (instead of the screws that come with it), and it seems pretty secure in the drywall. The mounting holes are about 28" apart, so you will not be able to get both sides in a stud. It's not that heavy though, so it shouldn't be a problem.
581653
There are grommets on top, sides and bottom and all shhould be secured. 100 ties may be pushing it a bit; I'd get another 100 at Home Depot (about $7) if I were you.
541492
Hi, the back of this unit is not finished so it is better to use it against a wall. Thank you!
1035001
You have to be very carefull when you installed the lamp on the wall to prevent the sides from falling off. Once installed, it should be secured enough. Unfortunately, one of the sides of my lamp was already broken when the order arrived.
2200143
I mounted our unit on the side of a stucco block wall. If you installed it on a wrought iron barrier you should be sure the structure is strong enough to support the 40-50 lb unit & that the back bracing recommended by the Seller ('a piece of plywood') could would withstand a variety of weather conditions, as well as termites, w/o rotting or decomposing.
1810636
There is a slight incline from the back down, it is not noticeable. Once it is installed and in place it is very secure, none of the parts move.
1701121
Make sure you use the anchor properly by placing directly into a stud, or using a drywall anchor. But yes, it's very secure. It does allow for some space for the baseboard. There isn't really a noticeable gap behind it, and the unit does not have a noticeable lean. The room I have them installed in had basic, low-profile baseboards. I'm now sure how it would work if you had bulky, ornate baseboards/trim. I'm very pleased with these units (I have 2).
1578633
No, I don't think so. Not unless you get it rigged by a professional to ensure it meets the same structure and strenght requirements that a wall would provide - you would not want it to be a safey hazard. Also, it's not long enough to be use from the 3rd floor.
2142724
I think the dog will be fine but U can always drill a few holes in the back without sacrificing the rigidity of the back wall.. that's just my opinion, though.. have a nice trip!!
589673
It is pretty solid especially when you fill it with wine bottles. That makes it quite heavy but if you needed to secure it you could easily. I would use hooks with wall butterflies on the back to secure into the drywall or plaster.
1935886
Not well at all - very fragile. Wall, maybe, if you go light and supereasy. Ground, be assured that it will break. Mine broke during installation.
1345114
Assembly is required but it is simple. Once it is assembled it simply leans on the wall. It is secure and I have had no problems with it.
1448886
There are screws and presets for securing - I used them, but had to use a drill to open the holes in the backing (drill through the presets). So - both.