Budget pickHome safetyFrom crawling, keep fitted
Dreambaby Furniture Wall Safety Straps (2 pack)
Cheap straps that tie drawers, bookcases and TV units to the wall — baby-proofing job number one.
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If you do one baby-proofing job, make it this one. Toddlers climb drawers and shelves, and tall furniture and TVs can topple onto them; the ACCC's advice is to anchor them to the wall. These straps screw into the back of the furniture and into the wall, and Bunnings' own how-to guide uses them as its example. They are inexpensive and sold in hardware and baby stores. The honest catch is the installation: screw into a stud or use the right fixing for your wall, follow the weight limits, and use at least two straps on bigger pieces. Plastic straps can wear, so check them now and then. Renters: ask your landlord — many states have rules that make this easier.
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Pros
- Inexpensive
- Works on drawers, bookcases and TV units
- Widely available in hardware stores
- Quick to fit with a drill
Cons
- Only as strong as the wall fixing — needs a stud or correct anchor
- Plastic parts need checking over time
- Renters may need permission
Who it suits
- Every home with a crawler or climber
Who should look elsewhere
- Very heavy items — use a heavier-duty bracket rated for the weight
Price
< $30
Typically $11–$15 at our last check (8 Nov 2026). Prices change — check the retailer.
Specs
| Type | furniture anchor strap |
|---|---|
| Mounting | screwed to furniture and wall |
| Per item | at least 2 per larger piece |
| Also covers | blind cords are separate: cleats at 1,600 mm or higher per the ACCC standard |
What to look for
- Look for Consumer Goods (Toppling Furniture) Information Standard 2024 — warning labels on new furniture on the label or in the product details.
- Fix into a wall stud or use an anchor suited to your wall
- Check the strap's weight rating
- Keep heavy items in the lowest drawers
Where to buy in Australia
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Sources
Last checked 8 Nov 2026 · Report a problem with this pick