How to fix bookcase to wall when stud wall screw is in the way?

[r_c]

I am trying to fix an Ikea Billy bookcase to a stud wall. I have found the studs by using magnets to find the screws. Unfortunately it looks like the screws are at the exact height that I need to fix my L-bracket to the wall. How can I fix this bookcase to the wall if stud wall screws are in the way?

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• r_c
• 20 Sep 2023

 

[RandomGrinch]

Use the brackets the other way up!

 

[r_c]

Hmm .. don't tell me it's that simple! (Where is the facepalm emoji when I need it?!)

OK, I have checked and the short bit is not quite long enough (the back of the bookcase is not quite against the wall). But I guess I just need to go out and buy an L bracket with two long sides.

 

[conny]

Remove the two wall stud screws. Put bookcase onto position and re-use wall stud screws.
Taking 2 screws out will not cause the wall to fall down, (if it does, there is something seriously wrong with your house construction!)

 

[Alec_t]

Can't you just reposition the brackets by a few mm? The new screws can go in alongside the old ones and still be in the studs.