How would you do it?

[Scott Douglas]

Originally Posted by Shaun @ Tru6

use matte black so it doesn't reflect Scott. But matte brown is even better

Yes, matte brown would blend perfectly.

[Scott Douglas]

Being the type who never throws anything away, I went out to my typhoid box of junk and found these brackets:


Now all I need to do is convince my wife this will work OK.
Thanks guys!

[Rusty Heap]

merge / link this to "which engineering school should I send my kid to?" thread.

see if Ace can assemble a book case.

[dad911]

We would move the breakable stuff.

Even if you secure the shelves(I would probably use dabs of clear silicone) the breakables are not safe from the many forms of childhood armament such as pillows, balls, and other breakables.

We displayed the kids handiwork and will likely do the same if and when the grandkids come around.

[Tobra]

Originally Posted by KC911

Get some small black screws with a head and screw one one each side into the bottom of the shelf right up against and in front of the pin thingy. That'll prevent it from sliding....

....and duct tape

You can get duct tape in colors, sponge and matte brown gives you a faux wood appearance. If'n you fail to tell her it is duct tape, she will think you are a genius.

You can paint the brackets and screw heads too, if you go that route

Seriously though, little black stop screw would stop it from sliding forward or back, depending on which side you put it. It is black, and it is on the bottom, so it will be invisible.

[craigster59]

You could also use those 3M Command strips between the edge of the shelf and the cabinet.

https://www.command.com/3M/en_US/command/products/~/Command-Large-Picture-Hanging-Strips/?N=5924736+3294529207+3294737318&rt=rud

[A930Rocket]

Originally Posted by rockfan4

Replace the pins with these, and put a small screw through the hole into the shelf.

This ^^^

[gregpark]

Take it apart, baby bead Tight Bond II along all joints, snap the existing fasteners back in. Easy peasy and stronger than fasteners

[sc_rufctr]

Originally Posted by rockfan4

Replace the pins with these, and put a small screw through the hole into the shelf.



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Originally Posted by A930Rocket

This ^^^

By far the best suggestion.

[beran earms]

https://images.app.goo.gl/zoBCAiqirxtoX6Ho8

Just put these on the back.

[PorscheGAL]

Is it possible to just put up a gate preventing the grands from entering the dining room?

I would be more worried about the the grands using the shelving to stand up and pulling the whole thing down on top of them.

[KFC911]

One thing to consider, since you say the shelves are moved up & down regularly. You are screwing into glorified sawdust if you use brackets or anything that requires removing the screws (leaving holes too), and you're going to do this each time.

A simple black screw into the bottom of the shelves and serving as a stop against the pinned thingys...one time & done. Those screws will never need to come out. KISS ...

[Scott Douglas]

So just to follow up on this...here is what I did this morning.
After doing a really deep dive into my 'typhoid' box, as my son used to call it:

I found some 'clips' that worked out perfectly.



Small, unobtrusive, not easily seen when installed at the back of the shelving.
Wife approved and it's a done deal. Even used my Port-a-line drill attachment rather than getting the drill press involved.


Worked perfectly to keep me from piloting all the way thru the shelves.
Had enough clips to do two per shelf so all is good now.
Thanks for the help and suggestions.

[KFC911]

"...but I don't think Hank done it this way" - WJ

Nicely done !

[Scott Douglas]

Originally Posted by PorscheGAL

Is it possible to just put up a gate preventing the grands from entering the dining room?

I would be more worried about the the grands using the shelving to stand up and pulling the whole thing down on top of them.

Our house is not designed such that gates could be used. The dining room is part of the kitchen and is part of the main thoroughfare to the family room.
Climbing on anything other than maybe a chair or couch will not be allowed at this Grandpa's house, so no worries about them pulling the cabinet over. It's tethered to the wall anyways, cause well, you know, we live in earthquake country. If it falls over we will have much bigger problems to worry about I'm sure.

[Scott Douglas]

Originally Posted by KC911

"...but I don't think Hank done it this way" - WJ

Nicely done !

Thanks!
I was pretty proud of the fact I didn't have to go to the hardware store for anything to get this done.
Re-use, re-purpose, make do with whatcha got already.

[rusnak]

Originally Posted by herr_oberst

Would threats scare the reprobates enough to keep their little hands away from the breakables?

^ I like that idea somehow

Or tie the kid to something heavy.



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[Scott Douglas]

The twins are just now starting to walk so no leashes will be employed.

[KFC911]

^^^^ That's awesome !

[Shaun @ Tru6]

Originally Posted by Scott Douglas

The twins are just now starting to walk so no leashes will be employed.

They are adorable! Glad you got it squared away with stuff you had on-hand. I love that!