Hello everyone,
I have a problem with my Malm nightstand from IKEA. Unfortunately, a large piece of the plastic coating has broken off one side—right at the edge that gets the most use. The chipboard underneath now looks quite exposed and unattractive.
My question is: What would be the best way to repair this damage? Are there any simple yet durable methods to restore the plastic-coated area to something close to its original appearance, or at least make the repair inconspicuous?
I would like to avoid replacing the entire piece if repairing it is a practical option. Perhaps someone knows of products or tips specifically for plastic coatings, or has experience with Malm furniture in this context?
Thanks in advance for your advice and suggestions!
I have a problem with my Malm nightstand from IKEA. Unfortunately, a large piece of the plastic coating has broken off one side—right at the edge that gets the most use. The chipboard underneath now looks quite exposed and unattractive.
My question is: What would be the best way to repair this damage? Are there any simple yet durable methods to restore the plastic-coated area to something close to its original appearance, or at least make the repair inconspicuous?
I would like to avoid replacing the entire piece if repairing it is a practical option. Perhaps someone knows of products or tips specifically for plastic coatings, or has experience with Malm furniture in this context?
Thanks in advance for your advice and suggestions!
Hey, don’t worry, it’s easier than you think! 🙂
A few months ago, I repaired exactly the same damage on my Malm nightstand: epoxy resin with white paint over it worked great and looks almost like new. It’s really satisfying to fix something yourself – you can be really proud of that!
Keep at it and don’t get discouraged, this is a great opportunity to learn a bit of DIY. Good luck!
A few months ago, I repaired exactly the same damage on my Malm nightstand: epoxy resin with white paint over it worked great and looks almost like new. It’s really satisfying to fix something yourself – you can be really proud of that!
Keep at it and don’t get discouraged, this is a great opportunity to learn a bit of DIY. Good luck!
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Yousseffon26 Dec 2018 10:12noge58 schrieb:
Epoxy resin with white paint on top held up really well and looks almost like new. Thanks for the tip!
However, I’m wondering about the best way to apply the epoxy so that it doesn’t become too thick or unsightly, and especially how to achieve the right texture. The Malm plastic is rather smooth and matte.
Are there specific sanding techniques or mixtures to make the surface as true to the original as possible, or will I have to accept a slightly visible repair?
Yousseffon schrieb:
I’m wondering how to best prepare the epoxy resin so that it doesn’t become too thick and unattractive, and especially how to achieve the right texture.Good question! Here are a few tips:
- Preparing the resin: Work in thin layers, preferably several thin ones rather than a single thick layer. This helps avoid unsightly lumps or air bubbles.
- After the first curing, you can gently level small uneven spots with fine wet sandpaper (400 grit or finer).
- For a matte finish, you can lightly sand the repaired area after painting with a very fine sanding pad or 0000 steel wool.
- If you have patterns or fine textures, unfortunately, these cannot be perfectly replicated. However, for marble, a smooth surface is usually appropriate.
With patience and careful sanding, you can achieve a neat and unobtrusive repair.
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