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Guide protect content on shelves, mantelpieces from damage during earthquake
Most people tend to display their treasured collectibles and other sentimental items on shelves and mantelpieces around the home. However, if they are not secured, they can be vulnerable to breakage during an earthquake. If it’s fragile and/or expensive enough to be a significant loss if it breaks, it should be secured in place.
Collectibles, china, pottery objects, and lamps can also become deadly projectiles if they’re not secured in place.
To secure items on shelves:
- Create ledge barriers made from strips of wood, metal or plastic.
- Cut the materials to fit the shelf
- Attach with glue or mechanical fasteners.
- Finish the barriers to match the shelves.
- Affix large, heavy items and breakables directly to the shelf.
- Apply a hook and loop material (such as Velcro®) to the shelf and item or
- Use museum gel or museum wax to secure the bottom of items to the top of the shelf.
Source: Institute for Business & Home Safety
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