ᐅ How do I fix Ikea Hemnes doors that are scraping or rubbing?

Hello everyone, I have a problem with the doors of my Ikea Hemnes dresser, which unfortunately rub against the frame when opened or closed. I suspect that either the hinges are no longer properly adjusted or the door has warped. Is there a reliable method to fix the rubbing without having to remove the doors completely or buy new hinges? I am especially interested in how to correctly adjust the hinges and whether any sanding or trimming on the door edges or the cabinet itself is advisable to make everything operate smoothly again. Thanks for any step-by-step tips!

You can first loosen the two screws on the hinge that connect the door to the cabinet, then adjust the door and tighten the screws again. If that is not enough, sometimes lightly sanding the door edges helps to reduce friction.

Hello maki61, I’m familiar with your issue—rubbing on Hemnes doors usually has simple causes. Often, it’s because the hinges slightly loosen over time or the doors warp due to humidity. For adjustment: - Open the door and check if the adjustment screws on the hinge are easily accessible. - Using a Phillips screwdriver, you can usually adjust the door slightly horizontally, vertically, and in depth. - Start with the vertical adjustment if the door is hanging unevenly. - For rubbing on the bottom edge or sides, you can carefully use fine sandpaper, working gradually and checking repeatedly. Be careful not to remove too much material, or the gaps may become too large. I would also recommend cleaning and lightly oiling the hinges if needed, as this can reduce resistance. If you like, I can send you a brief guide on how to adjust the hinges.

Deandre schrieb:
For adjustment: - Open the door and check if the adjustment screws on the hinge are easily accessible. - Using a Phillips screwdriver, you can usually adjust the door slightly horizontally, vertically, and in depth.

Thank you for the detailed explanation. Do you have any tips on how to distinguish the different adjustment screws and identify which axis each one controls? I’m worried that turning the wrong screw might misalign everything. Also, are there differences in Hemnes hinges depending on the model or whether they are used for doors or drawers?

Ikea Hemnes doors typically use the same basic model of concealed hinge, which has three adjustable screws: - The vertical adjustment is done via the screw positioned perpendicular to the hinge body. This controls how high or low the door sits. - The horizontal adjustment is usually located on the mounting plate attached to the cabinet frame and allows the door to be moved slightly sideways. - The depth adjustment (pressure against the door) is the screw that changes the angle of the hinge relative to the cabinet frame. To identify each screw: it’s best to observe which screw changes when you move it as described. Slightly bend the hinge to see how the door moves as you turn the screw. There are no fundamental differences in the hinges between doors and drawers in the Hemnes series, as drawers use different runners.

You can also test by slightly turning each screw one at a time and then touching the door – this way, you can quickly feel what movement is caused. Many people use this method when they want to understand the function first.