Hello everyone, I am currently planning to repair some damaged IKEA Brimnes furniture and would like to know the average cost of repairing such furniture. I am particularly interested in whether there are significant price differences depending on whether only small parts need to be replaced, whether a self-repair with replacement parts is practical and cost-effective, or if a professional repair by joiners or carpenters can often be more economical. Are there any experiences regarding the approximate costs I can expect if, for example, drawer slides need to be replaced, joints reinforced, or surfaces repaired? I look forward to your assessments and concrete examples.
Hello LASOKE, your concern is very understandable, and I can share some information with you. Basically, IKEA BRIMNES furniture is somewhat more difficult to repair compared to solid wood furniture because of its modular construction and use of particleboard. If only small parts like hinges or drawer slides are broken, you can order these replacement parts directly from IKEA – they are usually affordable, ranging between 10 and 30 euros (about 11 to 33 USD) per piece. However, if there is more extensive damage to the surface or side panels, the effort and cost can increase quickly, especially if you want to have the surface professionally refinished. A carpentry workshop can charge between 50 and 150 euros (about 55 to 165 USD) or more for such repairs, depending on the complexity, particularly if repainting or replacing entire panels is required. DIY repair attempts are possible but often need special tools and experience—especially when working with the laminate on BRIMNES. Do you have specific damages you are dealing with?
Kugau schrieb:
Do you have any specific damage you are concerned about?Yes, I have an issue with one of my BRIMNES dressers where two drawer slides have become loose, causing the drawers to sometimes stick when opening. Additionally, the surface on one side of a dresser has a noticeable mark, apparently from an impact or abrasion, which has damaged the white coating. I am particularly interested in whether it is worth replacing just the drawer slides or if it is better to replace the entire drawer. Regarding the surface repair—would a simple touch-up be sufficient, or is repainting almost unavoidable? The furniture is about 3 years old and has been used under normal conditions.
Hello LASOKE, here are some thoughts regarding your specific damages: The drawer slides used in BRIMNES are usually simple metal or plastic rails with ball bearings. These can actually be replaced quite easily – if you can get the same replacement parts, the material costs are about 15 to 25 euros per slide. Installation does not require any special tools, but some DIY skills are needed to ensure everything fits securely without wobbling. Replacing entire drawers is generally more expensive and only makes sense if the drawer is badly damaged.
Regarding the surface damage: The laminate on BRIMNES is relatively thin and not very resistant to deep scratches or dents. Surface repairs using filler and appropriate repair kits can usually only mask minor scratches superficially. For larger damage, refinishing the surface is often necessary, which is difficult to do by yourself. Professional furniture restorers or carpenters who can match the color and apply lacquer typically charge at least 70 to 120 euros for such work, depending on the effort, surface type, and local market.
Would you like more details on the technical properties of the components or some helpful tips for DIY repairs?
Regarding the surface damage: The laminate on BRIMNES is relatively thin and not very resistant to deep scratches or dents. Surface repairs using filler and appropriate repair kits can usually only mask minor scratches superficially. For larger damage, refinishing the surface is often necessary, which is difficult to do by yourself. Professional furniture restorers or carpenters who can match the color and apply lacquer typically charge at least 70 to 120 euros for such work, depending on the effort, surface type, and local market.
Would you like more details on the technical properties of the components or some helpful tips for DIY repairs?
DINASAN schrieb:
Would you like more details about the technical properties of the components or useful tips for DIY repairs?I think the suggestion is good because I recently felt a bit overwhelmed with a damaged BRIMNES shelf myself. Although the furniture looks modern, repairs are often more complicated than expected when there's damage. The financial difference between DIY repairs and professional repairs is not always clear. Let’s also not forget that sometimes a repair takes much longer for cost reasons, or in the end, you might prefer to buy a new piece of furniture. What do you think, LASOKE, about telling us how important effort and time for DIY are to you?
FELOTAU schrieb:
What do you think, LASOKE, about telling us how important effort and time are to you when doing things yourself?Good question! Personally, I would say that with BRIMNES, repairing it yourself only makes sense if the damage is minor or if you enjoy DIY projects. For bigger issues, professional help is usually more cost-effective since it saves both materials and time.
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