ᐅ Are there alternative installation methods for Ikea Pax wardrobes?

Created on: 13 Feb 2020 17:43
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JADON43
Hello everyone,

I am currently planning to assemble an Ikea Pax wardrobe and wonder if there are alternative installation methods that differ from the standard instructions. I am particularly interested in whether the wardrobes can be mounted more securely or flexibly, possibly without using the original fittings or by applying different techniques to achieve faster assembly or better adaptability to the room conditions.

Do you have any experience or know of reliable, proven approaches that I should definitely consider during the assembly? Thanks in advance for your opinions and tips!
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Dwight49
15 Feb 2020 08:37
Jonna schrieb:
These methods significantly increase the stability factor, but they involve higher labor efforts and sometimes higher cost impacts.

Exactly. Material compatibility should also be checked: many alternative fasteners require pre-drilling or have different load-bearing characteristics, especially with particle boards. Therefore, the stability gains must be weighed against the additional effort.

For Ikea Pax, the original system is usually sufficient but requires careful assembly to avoid problems.
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mabla
16 Feb 2020 07:56
A simple alternative is to add metal brackets in the corners. These increase stability and do not require major changes to the construction.