ᐅ Conclusion on the Quality of the Ikea PAX Wardrobe System
Created on: 26 Sep 2013 05:03
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Holzwurm_945826 Sep 2013 05:03Actually, I’m no longer a fan of IKEA because I’ve been very disappointed with the current quality of the Pax components.
Cause:
I first assembled Pax wardrobes over 20 years ago. The weak point has always been the Pax back panel, which was only supposed to be nailed in place. However, I always replaced the nails with back panel screws, and that worked well—I was very satisfied. But the parts I bought recently (September 2013) for a new Pax bedroom wardrobe have nothing in common quality-wise with the parts I bought, for example, about 5 years ago. The surface of the carcass is now a very thin foil that shows marks from even the slightest mechanical stress (a very light bump). Screwing into the pre-drilled holes requires almost surgical precision to avoid damage. The Pax back panel has become even thinner, and the drawers (Komplement) are now made of the same low-quality material—they used to be solid beech. I know what I’m talking about because I have both the old and new parts in front of me. This will definitely be my last Pax wardrobe; the quality is just too poor for me.
Holzwurm_9458
Cause:
I first assembled Pax wardrobes over 20 years ago. The weak point has always been the Pax back panel, which was only supposed to be nailed in place. However, I always replaced the nails with back panel screws, and that worked well—I was very satisfied. But the parts I bought recently (September 2013) for a new Pax bedroom wardrobe have nothing in common quality-wise with the parts I bought, for example, about 5 years ago. The surface of the carcass is now a very thin foil that shows marks from even the slightest mechanical stress (a very light bump). Screwing into the pre-drilled holes requires almost surgical precision to avoid damage. The Pax back panel has become even thinner, and the drawers (Komplement) are now made of the same low-quality material—they used to be solid beech. I know what I’m talking about because I have both the old and new parts in front of me. This will definitely be my last Pax wardrobe; the quality is just too poor for me.
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IKEA-Experte26 Sep 2013 16:57The criticism doesn’t really reach IKEA here. You should address it directly to IKEA or post it in the hej community.
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Holzwurm_945826 Sep 2013 18:21The thread is called "What you always wanted to tell IKEA," right?
I posted it on the hej Community to see if they respond and what they say.
Regards, Holzwurm_9458
I posted it on the hej Community to see if they respond and what they say.
Regards, Holzwurm_9458
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Lumberjacker12 Oct 2013 18:41There is nothing more to add. The quality is truly terrible! No more glued edges, just foil, and that is very thin as well. The quality of the panels is also poor, with hardly any glue inside. The back panel is simply outrageous; it’s just thick paper! On top of that, the back panel doesn’t even cover the entire area!
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IKEA-Profi13 Oct 2013 10:01I don’t have a specific comparison for PAX.
However, it is generally true that the quality and workmanship of some products have declined.
This is probably due to the ongoing effort to offer the products at the lowest possible price.
If I want something that lasts 10-15 years, IKEA would not be my first choice either.
However, it is generally true that the quality and workmanship of some products have declined.
This is probably due to the ongoing effort to offer the products at the lowest possible price.
If I want something that lasts 10-15 years, IKEA would not be my first choice either.
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miss-marple13 Oct 2013 12:20Hello everyone,
I notice the same issue with the Billy shelving system. The quality of the coating on the carcass (we have the white ones) has also declined over the past 15 years. However, the back panel, which used to be made of two parts, is now a single piece, which I prefer because it is more stable in use.
Best regards
I notice the same issue with the Billy shelving system. The quality of the coating on the carcass (we have the white ones) has also declined over the past 15 years. However, the back panel, which used to be made of two parts, is now a single piece, which I prefer because it is more stable in use.
Best regards
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