Do nursery wardrobes need to be fixed to the wall?
Short answer: Follow the maker's instructions. Most tall nursery furniture comes with wall-fixing kits to stop it tipping over.
Here is the detail behind that answer, taken from current UK guidance from the NHS and the Lullaby Trust.
Things to check
- Check the hanging height and shelf layout.
- Wall-fix it as the instructions say.
- Plan where the door swing goes relative to the cot.
What the guidance says
- Place the cot away from radiators, direct sunlight and blind cords.
Related questions
What is a nursery wardrobe?
A child-height wardrobe for baby and toddler clothes.
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Check each product page for its exact dimensions, mattress size, age and weight limits and safety standards.
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Sources
- The Lullaby Trust: Baby mattresses and bedding (accessed 2026-10-21)
General information only, not medical advice. Always follow your product's instructions. If you are worried about your baby, contact your GP, health visitor or 111. In an emergency, call 999.