ifixallthings t1_je130t8 wrote on March 28, 2023 at 5:26 PM

The metal hooks used to attach to a metal bracket that mounts to the wall first. Then it essentially hangs on that bracket. If this were mine, I would remove the back and metal hangers. Replace the back with plywood or similar to match the thickness of the top, then screw into studs through the plywood.

chocomu OP t1_je5nc2k wrote on March 29, 2023 at 4:16 PM

Interesting approach - would definitely be very secure but the back is visible through the inside of the cabinet (the back is a thin sheet of - I believe - MDF with a teak veneer on it), so my preference would be to retain it so I don’t have to stain anything or see the screws on the inside that go into the wall. That said, appreciate you sharing your thoughts and expertise!