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I Over-Tightened My Flat-Pack Shelf With a Power Drill—Here’s What I Destroyed

June 5, 2026 by Dorothy Baker
I Over-Tightened My Flat-Pack Shelf With a Power Drill—Here's What I Destroyed

Using a power drill on cam-lock bolts applies three to ten times more torque than these fittings can handle, crushing the particleboard and stripping threads invisibly. A week later, your shelf starts wobbling—and the damage may be permanent.

Categories DIY Tags assembly tips, cam-lock bolts, DIY mistakes, flat-pack furniture, furniture repair

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