ᐅ Is it possible to customize the interior of the Pax wardrobe?
Created on: 11 May 2020 19:37
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FRANCISCON11 May 2020 19:37Hello everyone,
I am planning to get a Pax wardrobe from Ikea, but I want to customize the interior – specifically, I am considering lining the inside panels with some type of wood or MDF cladding to create a higher-quality and more homely finish, without losing the flexibility of the Pax system.
My specific question is: Is it possible to customize the interior of the Pax wardrobe, for example by covering or lining it with panels or veneers, without affecting the stability, functionality (drawer slides, sliding doors), or the wardrobe’s warranty?
Has anyone had experience with such a modification or any tips on what to consider?
I look forward to your opinions and advice!
I am planning to get a Pax wardrobe from Ikea, but I want to customize the interior – specifically, I am considering lining the inside panels with some type of wood or MDF cladding to create a higher-quality and more homely finish, without losing the flexibility of the Pax system.
My specific question is: Is it possible to customize the interior of the Pax wardrobe, for example by covering or lining it with panels or veneers, without affecting the stability, functionality (drawer slides, sliding doors), or the wardrobe’s warranty?
Has anyone had experience with such a modification or any tips on what to consider?
I look forward to your opinions and advice!
You can cover the interior surfaces, but you should use lightweight materials whenever possible.
Stability will not be affected as long as the covering is not subjected to excessive weight.
The warranty will not be impacted as long as you do not cause any visible damage to the frame.
Stability will not be affected as long as the covering is not subjected to excessive weight.
The warranty will not be impacted as long as you do not cause any visible damage to the frame.
The question of whether the interior of a Pax wardrobe can be customized with cladding is complex.
First of all: The Pax wardrobe is modular and its stability depends on the basic construction – the carcass with back panel and the frame itself. Interior cladding, such as thin MDF boards or veneered particle boards, is generally possible but must be carefully installed to prevent warping or distortion.
Fixing is also important: Screws should only be placed in certain areas, as drilling holes elsewhere can compromise stability. Alternatively, strong adhesive can be used – but caution is advised, as this may leave marks if you want to remove the cladding later.
It should also be considered that sliding doors or internal fittings should not be obstructed by any glued materials. For example, thick cladding on the sides can reduce the clearance space.
My recommendations are:
- Limit material thickness to a maximum of 6 mm (0.24 inches)
- Apply cladding preferably on the back panel, as it usually has no moving parts
- Attach cladding only with adhesive tape or removable adhesive
Do you have any specific materials in mind?
First of all: The Pax wardrobe is modular and its stability depends on the basic construction – the carcass with back panel and the frame itself. Interior cladding, such as thin MDF boards or veneered particle boards, is generally possible but must be carefully installed to prevent warping or distortion.
Fixing is also important: Screws should only be placed in certain areas, as drilling holes elsewhere can compromise stability. Alternatively, strong adhesive can be used – but caution is advised, as this may leave marks if you want to remove the cladding later.
It should also be considered that sliding doors or internal fittings should not be obstructed by any glued materials. For example, thick cladding on the sides can reduce the clearance space.
My recommendations are:
- Limit material thickness to a maximum of 6 mm (0.24 inches)
- Apply cladding preferably on the back panel, as it usually has no moving parts
- Attach cladding only with adhesive tape or removable adhesive
Do you have any specific materials in mind?
danial60 schrieb:
I recommend:
- Limit material thickness to max. 6 mm (1/4 inch)
- Cover the back panel instead, as it usually has no moving parts
- Attach cladding only with adhesive tape or removable glueVery nicely explained! I think a bit of customizing can be really fun – of course, you don’t want to ruin the entire Pax, but with clever interior cladding, you can make a real difference. 😎
Oh, and if you really want to go for wood tones: masking tape and matching adhesive films are really easy to remove again if you want to redecorate later. 😉
I always wonder with questions like this why people don’t simply buy or build the cabinet to their specifications in the first place.
The Pax system is designed to be flexible on the inside anyway, so there’s no need to modify it afterwards and risk making it unstable or causing the doors to no longer close properly.
Sometimes less is more—especially with IKEA products, where everything is delivered as thoughtfully planned and tested as possible. Interior paneling is unnecessary extra if you use the wardrobe correctly.
Of course, if it’s just about the appearance, that’s fine, but functionally it hardly offers any benefits.
The Pax system is designed to be flexible on the inside anyway, so there’s no need to modify it afterwards and risk making it unstable or causing the doors to no longer close properly.
Sometimes less is more—especially with IKEA products, where everything is delivered as thoughtfully planned and tested as possible. Interior paneling is unnecessary extra if you use the wardrobe correctly.
Of course, if it’s just about the appearance, that’s fine, but functionally it hardly offers any benefits.
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FRANCISCON12 May 2020 09:48GEKAU51 schrieb:
I always wonder with questions like this, why not simply buy or build the carcass according to your own ideas?That’s a good point, but the reason is that the Pax wardrobe is sold as modular, affordable, and offers a lot of customization potential. I want to take advantage of this potential while improving the interior appearance at the same time.
danial60 schrieb:
Do you have specific materials in mind?I was thinking of thin MDF boards that I could paint or cover with veneer. Or also HPL panels (High Pressure Laminate), which are a bit more durable. It’s important to me that the result looks neat and is easy to clean.
Do you have any experience with MDF inside a Pax wardrobe? Or is it better to just use laminate?
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