shelving
So I got "creative" with these shelves I installed. Looking for ideas to keep these nuts from loosening. I considered just gluing them in but that would make it annoying in future if adjustments are required.
Thoughts?
I know they have nuts that specifically are supposed to not loosen but that requires me taking it apart more than I'd prefer.
Thanks
If your brick is solid and does not seem to be crumbly (like in +100 year old house) then I would always suggest and even my self use and Anchor bolt - In some countries called a robolt - These are on of the best load and pull rated bolts. And I always try to use these bolts because you can never be sure about who will put what on a shelf. Using these bolts if installed correctly(not difficult) are rock solid.
All you have to do is:
And because this is for your home and not a building site you would finish it off with a bolt "nut" cover. This will give you some extra points with the wife for paying attention to the finer details. You can get various shapes, colours and finishes. Or just paint over them.
Using anchor bolts makes you only have to worry about the bearing load of the brackets and shelves you use. But it is obvious the shelf max load should not exceed the anchors load capacity to be safe.
I have seen shelves that collapsed because the bracket could not hold the weight but these bolts stayed put!
Disclaimer: Just a bit of humour but entirely factual.
1Monkey Test
It is a test that is taken out on shelves , hooks or other newly installed equipment that will be used to hang things off. The test is simple. Hang on the object and wiggle like a monkey. If it does not rip/pull out / bend or create damage to the area around it. It is monkey proof and guarantees to carry ridiculous load. Tested in South Africa in camping sites near nature reserves on outside fixtures
I actually have a workbench from the same company and it came with feet that allow you to easily secure it to the floor with a couple screws/lags/etc.
I would inquire with their sales to see if these are available for the shelving unit you are looking at, or if not, a similar unit.
Best Answer
If you use a product known generically as anaerobic thread locker, you will prevent the rotation of the fastener unless it is done by a wrench. Locktite™ is one such brand name, although many other names abound. Do not use the red version, as it is nearly permanent, requiring application of intense heat to release. Blue is medium and holds well under vibration, while green is considered low strength. For your application, one would expect even green will work well, although in my experience it is rare to see it on the shelf. You can find threadlocker in red and blue at most auto parts stores and certainly in a well stocked hardware store.
Until I read the Loctite page, I wasn't aware there is also purple threadlock.
As noted in the text from the web site, use caution on selecting the product. The packaging/bottle color is not a good indication of the holding strength.