ᐅ Are there any tips for assembling Ikea PAX wardrobes on uneven floors?
Created on: 15 Jul 2020 08:23
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Bernd8Hello everyone,
I am currently planning to assemble an Ikea Pax wardrobe at home, but I have the problem that the floor in the room is not completely even. There are slight uneven spots of up to about 1.5 cm (0.6 inches) across the surface. My question is: Are there any proven tips or specific methods to safely and securely install the Ikea Pax wardrobe so that it does not become unstable or tilted later on?
I imagine that additional materials or certain assembly steps might help. I am interested in practical experience, tricks with adjustable feet, shims, or similar solutions.
I look forward to well-founded advice on how to best resolve this issue.
I am currently planning to assemble an Ikea Pax wardrobe at home, but I have the problem that the floor in the room is not completely even. There are slight uneven spots of up to about 1.5 cm (0.6 inches) across the surface. My question is: Are there any proven tips or specific methods to safely and securely install the Ikea Pax wardrobe so that it does not become unstable or tilted later on?
I imagine that additional materials or certain assembly steps might help. I am interested in practical experience, tricks with adjustable feet, shims, or similar solutions.
I look forward to well-founded advice on how to best resolve this issue.
Hey Bernd8,
great that you brought up this topic! I recently assembled a Pax on uneven flooring myself, and from experience I can say: no need to worry! 😄 What really helps are adjustable furniture feet that you can order separately. They also fit well under the Pax system, allowing you to adjust each foot individually.
I also experimented with thin wooden or plastic shims under the feet to level it even better. It takes a bit of patience, but in the end, the wardrobe stands rock solid! You can do it, don’t get discouraged! 💪
great that you brought up this topic! I recently assembled a Pax on uneven flooring myself, and from experience I can say: no need to worry! 😄 What really helps are adjustable furniture feet that you can order separately. They also fit well under the Pax system, allowing you to adjust each foot individually.
I also experimented with thin wooden or plastic shims under the feet to level it even better. It takes a bit of patience, but in the end, the wardrobe stands rock solid! You can do it, don’t get discouraged! 💪
Hello Bernd8,
I would like to explain this point in more detail, especially regarding the necessary preparations and how to handle uneven floors for furniture like the Ikea Pax.
- First, it is helpful to use a long spirit level to accurately measure the height differences or unevenness at the points where the legs stand. This way, you know exactly where and how much you need to compensate.
- Next, you should get adjustable feet that can be finely tuned in small increments. There are special furniture feet with rubber caps that protect the floor and can compensate very well for minor unevenness.
- Alternatively or additionally, fixed support pads made of wood or plastic can be used. It is important to ensure these do not slip, so securing them with double-sided tape might be necessary.
- It is also important to level the cabinet only in its final assembled state—with all accessories and doors attached—so the weight distribution is correct.
If the unevenness is really significant (over 1.5 cm (0.6 inches)), you might consider leveling the floor in the area under the cabinet with appropriate patching work, especially if the floor is a screed.
Have you already checked exactly how much the measurements differ at each corner? That will make planning easier.
I would like to explain this point in more detail, especially regarding the necessary preparations and how to handle uneven floors for furniture like the Ikea Pax.
- First, it is helpful to use a long spirit level to accurately measure the height differences or unevenness at the points where the legs stand. This way, you know exactly where and how much you need to compensate.
- Next, you should get adjustable feet that can be finely tuned in small increments. There are special furniture feet with rubber caps that protect the floor and can compensate very well for minor unevenness.
- Alternatively or additionally, fixed support pads made of wood or plastic can be used. It is important to ensure these do not slip, so securing them with double-sided tape might be necessary.
- It is also important to level the cabinet only in its final assembled state—with all accessories and doors attached—so the weight distribution is correct.
If the unevenness is really significant (over 1.5 cm (0.6 inches)), you might consider leveling the floor in the area under the cabinet with appropriate patching work, especially if the floor is a screed.
Have you already checked exactly how much the measurements differ at each corner? That will make planning easier.
Hello Bernd8,
I completely understand your concern. A solid base for the Pax is really crucial; otherwise, doors can warp or the wardrobe may wobble.
Here’s what I recommend:
- Before starting the assembly, use a precise spirit level to identify the exact spots where the floor is uneven.
- Ikea offers adjustable feet for the Pax that can be screwed in. Be sure to use these, as they are specifically designed to compensate for minor floor irregularities.
- For additional stability, you can use furniture gliders or anti-slip pads underneath; this helps stabilize the unit and also deals with small height differences.
- If the floor is very uneven or has localized bumps, thin wooden or plastic wedges are a good addition. It’s important that these do not slip.
- Finally, check with the spirit level whether the wardrobe stands straight. It’s worth assembling the unit with two people, as this makes leveling easier.
If you are mounting doors, make sure to hang them only after the wardrobe is fully positioned to avoid putting stress on the hinges.
I hope this helps!
I completely understand your concern. A solid base for the Pax is really crucial; otherwise, doors can warp or the wardrobe may wobble.
Here’s what I recommend:
- Before starting the assembly, use a precise spirit level to identify the exact spots where the floor is uneven.
- Ikea offers adjustable feet for the Pax that can be screwed in. Be sure to use these, as they are specifically designed to compensate for minor floor irregularities.
- For additional stability, you can use furniture gliders or anti-slip pads underneath; this helps stabilize the unit and also deals with small height differences.
- If the floor is very uneven or has localized bumps, thin wooden or plastic wedges are a good addition. It’s important that these do not slip.
- Finally, check with the spirit level whether the wardrobe stands straight. It’s worth assembling the unit with two people, as this makes leveling easier.
If you are mounting doors, make sure to hang them only after the wardrobe is fully positioned to avoid putting stress on the hinges.
I hope this helps!
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Leonardteo15 Jul 2020 19:44Additional information:
It is also possible to stabilize the back panel of the Pax wardrobe against slight tilts. When the back panel is flush against the wall, it can further reinforce the frame.
If you plan to install it directly against a wall, the baseboard and especially the floor directly under the wall should be checked beforehand.
Sometimes a minor unevenness in the floor can be improved beforehand with a leveling compound – but this is only recommended if you have good DIY skills.
Otherwise, the combination of adjustable feet and shims is the best way to ensure a long-term stable and level installation.
It is also possible to stabilize the back panel of the Pax wardrobe against slight tilts. When the back panel is flush against the wall, it can further reinforce the frame.
If you plan to install it directly against a wall, the baseboard and especially the floor directly under the wall should be checked beforehand.
Sometimes a minor unevenness in the floor can be improved beforehand with a leveling compound – but this is only recommended if you have good DIY skills.
Otherwise, the combination of adjustable feet and shims is the best way to ensure a long-term stable and level installation.
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