ᐅ Are there smart retrofit shelves with greater depth available for Kallax units?
Created on: 9 Nov 2017 20:03
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mihau
I have a question about upgrading my Ikea Kallax shelving system: Are there shelf inserts available that can be cleverly retrofitted and that have a greater depth than the original shelves?
My goal is to increase storage depth without replacing the entire shelving unit. So, I’m not looking for complete shelves with greater depth, but individual shelf inserts that can be installed in the existing Kallax frame.
Does anyone know of such solutions, preferably made from durable materials that are also load-bearing and can be securely fixed? Or are there modifications or tips on how to cleverly extend the Kallax shelves using standard shelf inserts?
I’m open to any suggestions, including DIY solutions or alternative products.
My goal is to increase storage depth without replacing the entire shelving unit. So, I’m not looking for complete shelves with greater depth, but individual shelf inserts that can be installed in the existing Kallax frame.
Does anyone know of such solutions, preferably made from durable materials that are also load-bearing and can be securely fixed? Or are there modifications or tips on how to cleverly extend the Kallax shelves using standard shelf inserts?
I’m open to any suggestions, including DIY solutions or alternative products.
Hello Mihau,
I have carefully read your question about “clever retrofit shelves for Kallax with increased depth.” Your desire to increase storage depth without replacing the entire shelving unit is interesting.
From my experience, it is worthwhile to create more secure mounting options on the Kallax side panels themselves to use custom-cut wooden boards (e.g., plywood with an 18mm (0.7 inch) thickness). For this, you can drill holes into the side panels and screw in metal brackets or supports.
Another option is so-called “add-on shelves” or inserts that you can place piggyback on the Kallax and are made with greater depth. Unfortunately, these usually don’t fit exactly to the internal dimensions but do provide more volume in depth.
If you are handy, you could also build an internal “drawer system” made slightly deeper. This allows for more flexible use.
In general, there is no simple plug-and-play solution with larger shelves that I know of as an official or factory-made variant. Custom-made solutions are often the most practical approach.
I have carefully read your question about “clever retrofit shelves for Kallax with increased depth.” Your desire to increase storage depth without replacing the entire shelving unit is interesting.
From my experience, it is worthwhile to create more secure mounting options on the Kallax side panels themselves to use custom-cut wooden boards (e.g., plywood with an 18mm (0.7 inch) thickness). For this, you can drill holes into the side panels and screw in metal brackets or supports.
Another option is so-called “add-on shelves” or inserts that you can place piggyback on the Kallax and are made with greater depth. Unfortunately, these usually don’t fit exactly to the internal dimensions but do provide more volume in depth.
If you are handy, you could also build an internal “drawer system” made slightly deeper. This allows for more flexible use.
In general, there is no simple plug-and-play solution with larger shelves that I know of as an official or factory-made variant. Custom-made solutions are often the most practical approach.
Regarding the question about shelves: If you use the anchor holes and measurements from the Kallax, you can order a custom-made shelf from many timber suppliers or home improvement stores.
It is important that the new shelf is compatible with the existing dowels or brackets at the fixing points. If the shelf’s depth exceeds the original, the attachment must be more secure, for example, with additional metal brackets.
I would also pay attention to the weight; depending on the material, a stronger board is recommended, especially if heavy items are to be stored.
Conclusion: There are no “clever” plug-and-play solutions, only custom-made options or alternative fixing systems, which involve some DIY effort.
It is important that the new shelf is compatible with the existing dowels or brackets at the fixing points. If the shelf’s depth exceeds the original, the attachment must be more secure, for example, with additional metal brackets.
I would also pay attention to the weight; depending on the material, a stronger board is recommended, especially if heavy items are to be stored.
Conclusion: There are no “clever” plug-and-play solutions, only custom-made options or alternative fixing systems, which involve some DIY effort.
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