You could drill a 1x2 board into the existing screw holes on the back so it makes a short “backstop” for the shelf, then drive screws through the front of the 1x2 into wall studs

NEC 400.7 the 11 listed uses for flexible cable. This is definitely a code violation. Item 11 in the list is the one you want

11. Between an existing receptacle outlet and an inlet, where the inlet provides power to an additional single receptacle outlet. The wiring interconnecting the inlet to the single receptacle outlet shall be a Chapter 3 wiring method. The inlet, receptacle outlet, and Chapter 3 wiring method, including the flexible cord and fittings, shall be a listed assembly specific for this application.

This is just bad information. You create a device that causes a fire, you were not qualified to make it, you're getting held liable. It's really not that hard to understand, and I have personally met people whom this has happened to

I saw alot of options, or you could be ultra cheap and buy some small hangers that get attached with finishing nails. Look like little brass serrated razor blades. than use finishing nails to hang, Won't hold a lot of weight and will be more delicate but for knickknacks and such it would work and is inexpensive and caused zero damage almost... just a thought. usually found readily available in kits. Not the best way per say but it is a way.

They are not. Outlets are not intended to be used with lampcord and vise versa. Boxes housing an outlet are required to be properly secured. Whole thing is multiple NEC violations and UL listing violations in one small package

This outlet uses the screw down clamps, the wire isn't directly under the screw. It will secure stranded wire just fine.

Go look up r/funny. A guy has just stuck a car jack under his bed after a similar frame failure.

I took a CyberLaw class once and the instructor said there's only 2 answers you should get from a lawyer: ask "Can I sue?" and the answer is always Yes; any other question should always be answered with "It depends" LOL

In essence, you can always sue, it doesn't mean you'll win

I'd bolt and glue the board back on but bolt it through the side board and use washers to spread the pressure out on the outside.

Then but another frame soon. Mdf frame sounds like trash regardless

Nec absolutely does regulate what you can do with flexible cord, see my edit for the appropriate sections in the code book to reference. Number 11 on the list of appropriate uses in 400.7 is where you will find the exact wording that specifically prohibits this device.

And no it's not legal, not even in the slightest. you cannot wire electrical devices for use outside your own home without an electricians license or working directly under someone with one, full stop. you cannot create devices that intentionally violate the NEC, regardless of if they're for use in your own home or someone else's, full stop.

Edit: since I don't actually expect you to read 400.7, here's the part you should be concerned with

Between an existing receptacle outlet and an inlet, where the inlet provides power to an additional single receptacle outlet. The wiring interconnecting the inlet to the single receptacle outlet shall be a Chapter 3 wiring method. The inlet, receptacle outlet, and Chapter 3 wiring method, including the flexible cord and fittings, shall be a listed assembly specific for this application.

Find a sketchy drywall guy who works for cash and watch and learn. They can get it done fast. The meth heads are very productive in the first three hours or so.

Option 3. Bolt the headboard to the new metal frame and sleep well.

I second this idea of just moving the screws and adding glue. You could even add another support on the bottom and top rails if you want.

>I believe you're talking about toggle bolts.

Correct; anchors are the little plastic plugs you pre drill and place into your mounting hole. Anchors usually have different weight ratings based on if they are drilled into a stud/something solid or just floating in sheet rock.

Thanks for your assistance. I'm going to go with my theory of it needing more inhibitor and add another litre of the same stuff I put in it before.

The pressure of the system is at 1.5 bar cold so that's all good.

Glad it's nothing obvious. Just puzzled why it was ok before with less... Weird!

If it still does it, I'll try a full drain and refill. Then call a plumber 😄

You can go with option 1, but glue the entire board to the frame. Let that set over night before sleeping on it again.

You can also try drilling through the frame and board and using something like a flat head bolt on the outside of the frame and tighten it down. Id still use glue though.

Construction adhesive, wood clamps and move the screws to another spot would be my vote. Since it would be connected the entire length of the board it would be much stronger even if connected to fake wood.

We've got a massive one of these, heaving with books. The way it's on it

L plates at the top, holding it up.

A piece of wood at the bottom, screwed into the wall for it to sit on. That is then screwed into the shelf.

L plates at the side for extra support.

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Make sure you get the right sheen also. Flat, Eggshell,Satin or S/G. Take a sample of the color about the size of a quarter and have it matched at the paint store or Lowes. Best bet to paint the wall from corner to corner. If not. Take some out of the can and thin it with a little water. Most times you see the touch up because the touch up is a thicker coat then the older sounding area. Also if the surrounding area was rolled and not brushed use a mini roller, you will get a similar finish.

Electric utilities supply residential power through two wires called "Line 1" and "Line 2," each carrying 110 to 125 volts. A neutral third wire returns current to the transformer on the pole.

In the service panel, the power is divided between the two lines to serve various circuits. Balancing the power usage of a home in the service panel may require moving circuit breakers so that each line supplies a similar amount of power and neither line is overloaded.

So tell me again how an unbalanced circuit is made up? It's not uncommon in older houses where the homeowners put new lines in and aren't electricians and usually not caught till the home is sold or a problem occurs.

Also I used the term power because I'm not talking to someone who actually knows the difference between voltage, current, and actual power.

Remotely idk what else to suggest you, maybe try to fill up litte more water (if not automatically done)

I was hoping someone would say it.

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It is not, and now my insurance company has dropped me for reading it.