ᐅ Are there any tips for setting up Ikea Platsa in rental apartments?

Hello everyone, I’m planning to furnish my rental apartment for an extended period using Ikea Platsa, but I’m not sure how to do this in a way that won’t cause issues when I move out or leave unwanted marks behind. Do you have any specific tips on how to install the cabinets flexibly, reversibly, or with minimal damage in a rental property? Maybe also some practical recommendations on layout or mounting methods that are tenant-friendly and generally acceptable to landlords? I look forward to your experiences and advice!

It is best to use the supplied floor supports and avoid any wall attachments entirely, especially if the landlord is strict. Additionally, sticking felt pads under the feet helps prevent scratches. This way, everything remains removable and clean.

In response to your question, I recommend the following:
- Avoid drilling into the walls unless you have explicit permission or use minimal-damage anchor materials. Alternatively, clamp or plug-in solutions are advisable.
- To protect the floor and stabilize the cabinets, floor supports as well as felt pads or protective mats are recommended.
- The modular design of Platsa allows you to assemble individual modules as needed and easily take them with you when moving out.
- For optimal interior organization, use boxes, baskets, and traditional adjustable shelves that can be rearranged flexibly.
- Additionally, avoid gluing parts together or making permanent alterations to the furniture components.
This way, you stay flexible, avoid damaging a rental property, and can easily take the furniture with you later.

Ramazanbo schrieb:
Do you have any concrete tips on how to install cabinets in a rental apartment so that they are flexible, removable, or cause minimal damage?

This is a very important question! I have experience working with Platsa cabinets in a rental apartment myself and mainly recommend focusing on the mounting:
- Use clamping or slot-in systems that do not cause permanent damage to the walls.
- If in doubt, opt for freestanding shelving units with sturdy base supports.
- When planning, be sure to take the exact dimensions of any recesses and the room into account — this helps avoid later adjustments or drilling.
- For added stability, you can connect individual cabinets to each other without drilling.
- Protect the floor with felt pads to avoid scratches both during installation and when moving the units later.

I also recommend discussing your plans with the landlord before making any major installations. If any work does need to be done, it’s best to have permission in writing. Good luck with your setup!

SARBLA1 schrieb:
I have worked with Platsa myself in a rental apartment and especially recommend paying attention to the mounting

Absolutely right! I love Platsa in rental apartments because it’s so versatile and easy to customize! 😊
My tips:
- Take full advantage of its flexibility by assembling the furniture so you can easily disassemble and take it with you later.
- Small hacks: attach rubber bumpers to the back when placing the cabinets against the wall to protect the wallpaper.
- Use storage boxes to organize the interior efficiently and stay flexible.
- And most importantly: don’t be afraid to get creative! Assembling it is really fun! 😉

So get your screws ready and enjoy planning!