ᐅ How can I readjust the doors of the Pax wardrobe?

Hello everyone,

I have a PAX wardrobe from IKEA with sliding doors, and I want to realign the doors because they no longer close properly and rub in some areas. My specific question is: What steps do I need to take to realign the doors of my PAX wardrobe?

I am especially interested in advice on adjusting the tracks, rollers, and upper fittings. Are there any special tips for removing or reinstalling the doors? It would also be helpful to know if any special tools are required or if the adjustment can be done with simple means.

I look forward to practical tips and shared experiences.

loreba schrieb:
My specific question is: What steps do I need to follow to realign the doors of my PAX wardrobe?

Great that you described the problem so clearly! 😊 Adjusting the doors on PAX wardrobes is actually not that difficult.

First, carefully unhook the doors if you are able to do so. Then take a close look at the tracks and rollers, which are usually located at the top and bottom. Usually, there are small screws on these rollers that allow you to adjust the height and position of the doors.

A simple Phillips screwdriver is often all you need to make significant adjustments.

I recommend adjusting the doors in small increments and rehanging them to test in between. This way, you avoid having them hang crooked or get stuck in the end! Good luck, you can do it!

loreba schrieb:
Are there any special tips for installing or removing the doors? It would also be helpful to know whether special tools are needed or if adjustment can be done with simple means.

A structured approach is recommended here:

- First, remove the top cover of the PAX wardrobe to access the running rails.
- Unhang the doors by releasing the locks on the rollers, which are usually small plastic clips or screws.
- Check whether the rollers are damaged or dirty, and clean or replace them if necessary.
- Adjustments are typically made using adjustment screws on the rollers:
- Height is adjusted with the vertical screw.
- For horizontal alignment, some models have screws that allow fine-tuning of the position.
- After adjusting, re-install the doors and test their function.

Tools: A medium-sized Phillips screwdriver and, if needed, a small flat-head screwdriver are usually sufficient. Special tools are generally not required.

In practice, this usually results in a precise adjustment of the PAX doors.

Teonon schrieb:
Then you take a close look at the tracks and rollers, which are usually at the top and bottom.

That is true, but here you should also check if additional factors might be causing the problem.

Often, the cause of poorly closing PAX doors only becomes clear after a more detailed analysis. Besides the adjustment, an uneven floor surface or incorrectly set cabinet feet can also affect the doors.

I also recommend thoroughly inspecting for any mechanical defects such as broken rollers or bent tracks before making any adjustments. Re-measuring the door dimensions compared to the cabinet opening can also help rule out installation errors.

Just focusing on the screws, as Teonon suggests, might not be enough if there is physical damage at the top or bottom.