ᐅ How to build an IKEA sideboard with doors on both the front and back?

Created on: 4 Nov 2013 12:34
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Tux
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Tux
4 Nov 2013 12:34
Hello,
I am looking for a sideboard that has doors on both the front and the back, or a sideboard that is finished nicely on the back without particleboard. It seems that neither option is available on the market (unless as a €1500 designer piece or custom build), so I came up with the idea of building something like this myself.

Now my question: does IKEA offer a cabinet series where you can attach doors on both the front and the back (preferably sliding doors)? Has anyone had experience with this?

Alternatively, does anyone happen to have a photo of the back of the Stockholm sideboard?
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IKEA-Experte
5 Nov 2013 13:57
Hello,

Besta has ABS edges on both the front and back. If I remember correctly, the rows of holes on the front and back are equally spaced from the edge, so doors (including sliding doors) can be mounted on either side. However, this leaves the groove for the back panel open, which would need to be covered. Suitable plinths are also available for Besta. The units can be customized individually.

It is also possible to use Faktum carcasses, but edging strips would need to be applied to the back, and the edge would have to be filled or trimmed beforehand. Cover panels can be used to frame the construction for a neat finish.

A visit to IKEA would probably be the best starting point.
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schnecki
5 Nov 2013 17:00
So my idea would be to try using Expedit. There is this insert with a door that is made as a single piece consisting of the door, side panel, back panel, and side panel. As far as I know, it simply slides into a shelf compartment. I would buy two of these, then separate the back panel and side panel (it’s just thin particleboard) so that only the door and side panel remain, and then install the two inserts at the front and back. If necessary, the side panels could be fixed with some spray adhesive or similar to prevent anything from slipping out.
I haven’t tried this myself yet, but that’s how I would approach it.