Hello everyone, I have several pieces of furniture from the Ikea Brimnes series, mainly dressers and beds, and I’ve noticed that they can be quite noisy during use – whether it’s when opening the drawers or moving the bed frame. They sometimes squeak or creak loudly, which can be especially disturbing at night. My main question is: how can Ikea BRIMNES furniture be made quieter, both in terms of the mechanics and the materials? Are there any proven tips that have a lasting effect, such as lubricants, sound-dampening materials, or structural modifications? I’m looking forward to your experiences and concrete suggestions!
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FAVALERIE930 Dec 2021 20:05Apply oils or waxes to the moving parts, which usually resolves the issue. Use silicone spray, as it does not damage the material. Also, tighten screws, since noises often occur due to loose connections.
FAVALERIE9 schrieb:
Applying oils or waxes to the moving parts usually stops the noise. That might work in the short term, but the question is how sustainable these “home remedies” are, especially for furniture made from particleboard or MDF, which most BRIMNES pieces consist of. Lubricants can also attract dust, which can cause new problems over time.
Therefore, I would first check whether the noises are caused by friction between components or by vibrations due to loose connections.
I recommend regularly checking that all screws are tightened properly and, if needed, adding soft sealing or damping strips to the drawer runners or contact points. These materials can reduce squeaking without the need for constant reapplication of lubricants.
pin59 schrieb:
Are there proven tips that work long-term, such as lubricants, damping materials, or structural modifications? However, a structural modification means you might affect the original design, which can impact warranty claims. If you accept that, experimenting with felt strips or foam rubber can be an option.
Regarding the question: "How can Ikea BRIMNES furniture be made quieter?"
1. Identify the cause: The noises mainly originate from moving joints, such as drawer slides or the bed frame.
2. Check the mechanics: BRIMNES often uses metal rails with plastic guides. When dust or debris accumulates, it affects the smooth movement.
3. Cleaning: First, clean all guides and contact points to remove dirt.
4. Lubricant: Silicone spray is recommended here, as it lubricates without attracting dust.
5. Damping: Attach thin felt or foam strips at fixed contact points (for example, between the drawer and the cabinet). These act as buffers and reduce vibrations.
6. Check and tighten screws: Even slight looseness can cause creaking noises.
It is generally better to use products that do not damage the materials. BRIMNES furniture is often made of painted wood-based materials, so lubricants suitable for these surfaces must be used.
A long-term solution combines cleaning, targeted lubrication, and damping materials. This can significantly reduce most noises.
1. Identify the cause: The noises mainly originate from moving joints, such as drawer slides or the bed frame.
2. Check the mechanics: BRIMNES often uses metal rails with plastic guides. When dust or debris accumulates, it affects the smooth movement.
3. Cleaning: First, clean all guides and contact points to remove dirt.
4. Lubricant: Silicone spray is recommended here, as it lubricates without attracting dust.
5. Damping: Attach thin felt or foam strips at fixed contact points (for example, between the drawer and the cabinet). These act as buffers and reduce vibrations.
6. Check and tighten screws: Even slight looseness can cause creaking noises.
It is generally better to use products that do not damage the materials. BRIMNES furniture is often made of painted wood-based materials, so lubricants suitable for these surfaces must be used.
A long-term solution combines cleaning, targeted lubrication, and damping materials. This can significantly reduce most noises.
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