Hello everyone, I have a specific question about my Ikea Metod kitchen: For some time now, one of the drawers has become quite loose, noticeable by wobbling and slight play when pulling it out. The drawer doesn’t stick, but it no longer slides as smoothly as it did initially. I suspect that the drawer slides are not engaging properly anymore or perhaps a screw is loose. However, I would like to fix the problem permanently without having to replace the entire drawer. Does anyone have experience with issues like this, especially with Metod drawers, and can offer advice on how to restore the drawer’s stability effectively and permanently? A guide on checking the mechanism and useful repair steps would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance!
That sounds like an exciting challenge! 😊 I once had a similar issue with Metod – my tip: take a close look at the bottom guides as well; sometimes one of the rollers is not properly seated. Sometimes rubbing a little wax on the rollers in the guide helps them glide better and prevents wobbling. 😊 Good luck!
parbau schrieb:
My advice: Pull the drawer all the way out, take a close look at the screws on the drawer slides, and carefully tighten them with a suitable screwdriver.Exactly! And if the screws are really loose, you can also try adding a few washers to get a better grip on the screw. This often provides solid stability. And don’t worry, it’s nothing complicated! 😄
farna7 schrieb:
If you want, I can also send you a step-by-step guide for the repair.That would be great, thanks! My main concern is how to proceed when the screws no longer hold in the wood. I feel like the holes in the side panel might be a bit worn out. Is there a simple solution for this without having to replace the drawer?
Of course, the issue of worn-out screw holes is quite common with Metod. Here’s how you can proceed:
- Completely remove the drawer and take off the slides.
- Slightly enlarge the damaged screw hole to remove any loose fibers.
- Fill the holes with wood shavings or, better yet, with small wooden dowels and some wood glue.
- Let it dry thoroughly—at least a few hours.
- Then reattach the slides, making sure not to tighten the screws too much.
This way, you can restore a secure connection without having to buy a new drawer.
- Completely remove the drawer and take off the slides.
- Slightly enlarge the damaged screw hole to remove any loose fibers.
- Fill the holes with wood shavings or, better yet, with small wooden dowels and some wood glue.
- Let it dry thoroughly—at least a few hours.
- Then reattach the slides, making sure not to tighten the screws too much.
This way, you can restore a secure connection without having to buy a new drawer.
bedo6 schrieb:
I have the feeling that the holes in the side panel are a bit worn out. Is there an easy solution without having to replace the drawer?This works great with wood glue and wood shavings! If you have some time, it will hold really well. A little tip: apply the wood glue into the hole first, then press in the wood pieces. Then screw in while the glue is still wet. This way, everything bonds even better. Good luck, you can do it!
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