Hello everyone,
Some time ago, I bought a Malm bedside table from Ikea, but unfortunately, it keeps squeaking whenever I shake or move it. This is especially annoying at night when it’s quiet. I’m mainly interested in understanding why this squeaking occurs, even though the bedside table seems quite sturdy. Is it related to the construction, or could it be due to material fatigue? Is there a simple way to stop the squeaking without having to completely disassemble the bedside table? I would appreciate detailed and helpful explanations, as I would like to solve this problem permanently. Thank you in advance!
Some time ago, I bought a Malm bedside table from Ikea, but unfortunately, it keeps squeaking whenever I shake or move it. This is especially annoying at night when it’s quiet. I’m mainly interested in understanding why this squeaking occurs, even though the bedside table seems quite sturdy. Is it related to the construction, or could it be due to material fatigue? Is there a simple way to stop the squeaking without having to completely disassemble the bedside table? I would appreciate detailed and helpful explanations, as I would like to solve this problem permanently. Thank you in advance!
Davebla schrieb:
How old is your bedside table exactly? And have there been any visible signs of wear?Thank you for the hint! The bedside table is about 2 years old and is used only minimally at night—mainly as a surface to place things. So far, I haven’t noticed any visible damage or wear; the wood material and finish still look quite new. This makes me curious whether moisture or temperature changes might play a role.
Davebla schrieb:
Ikea furniture is often cost-efficiently manufactured, which can sometimes lead to reduced durability.This cannot be said in general terms, as Ikea furniture also undergoes quality control. However, since it is designed for mass production, there can be some compromises in material thickness.
Regarding your point, Kinge6: Moisture and temperature do play an important role. Wood reacts to fluctuations by expanding or contracting, which can loosen joints or slightly shift surfaces – this often causes squeaking sounds, especially when combined with loose screws.
I recommend, besides tightening the screws, making sure the bedside table is not placed directly next to a heat source or in a damp area. If it is, you can stabilize it by placing silicone rubber pads under the legs to reduce vibrations.
Great to see so many tips coming together here! :-)
I had a similar issue and found the best results by combining tightening the screws, applying a bit of wax on the joints, and using silicone spray on the sliding rails. It improved gradually over several days!
Keep at it, it’s worth the effort 🙂
I had a similar issue and found the best results by combining tightening the screws, applying a bit of wax on the joints, and using silicone spray on the sliding rails. It improved gradually over several days!
Keep at it, it’s worth the effort 🙂
Kinge6 schrieb:
Could moisture or temperature differences possibly play a role?Absolutely yes! Wood is a living material, and you especially notice this in winter when dry heated air and cool nights come together. I hope you can try these tips and find relief soon. Good luck! 🙂
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