Hello
Has anyone here already looked into the installation options for dishwasher fronts in the new Metod kitchen system? I have spent some time researching this topic and would like to share my current findings with you:
As I understand it, IKEA now offers the option in Metod to have the dishwasher fronts divided, so they appear as if the dishwasher has multiple drawers. Alternatively, you can install a continuous door as before. This can also be selected in the online planner, which will then display the desired front layout.
Additionally, I found out that Metod requires a special mechanism where the dishwasher fronts slide along rails attached to the dishwasher door. I think it works similarly to the sliding doors on refrigerators.
What isn’t clear to me yet is whether this special sliding mechanism is mandatory with Metod, or if you can still mount the front fixed directly to the dishwasher door as before. Does this have something to do with the different plinth height between Metod and Faktum?
If you want to attach multiple partial fronts to the dishwasher door, you need the Vaglig (20250663) product. This consists of two rails that hold the partial fronts together. But as far as I understand, this does not include the sliding mechanism itself.
For the sliding mechanism, you then need either Resonlig (50248348) or Behjälplig (50242426). The difference between these two seems to be that they fit different dishwasher models (Resonlig for Skinande, Rengöra, and LAGAN; Behjälplig for Hjälpsam). However, I have not yet figured out which one is needed for a non-IKEA dishwasher.
There is also Ersättare (00250664), which appears to be an installation solution for semi-integrated dishwashers. Since IKEA does not offer semi-integrated appliances in their range, Ersättare is probably designed specifically for non-IKEA models that you want to install in Metod. I have also looked at the installation instructions for Ersättare, but some things are still unclear to me:
As I understand it, the lower part of the front must be a partial front with a height of 20cm (8 inches), which is hinged in such a way that it flips open when the dishwasher door is opened. Does this mean that a continuous front is not possible with semi-integrated dishwashers???
Additionally, the instructions state that the upper partial front, also 20cm (8 inches) high, must be cut to size depending on the dishwasher’s trim height. I assume this would only apply to fronts without embossed patterns, because if, for example, I cut a Lidingö front (which has an embossed pattern) in the middle at 20cm (8 inches), I would be cutting through the design?
Since I want to install an existing dishwasher with a semi-integrated front in my new Metod kitchen with Lidingö/Bodbyn fronts, I am currently puzzled about how the installation should actually look.
Since Metod will be available in Austria from April 1st, I will definitely ask IKEA then.
Does anyone already know the answers to my questions?
Best regards
Sektionschef
Has anyone here already looked into the installation options for dishwasher fronts in the new Metod kitchen system? I have spent some time researching this topic and would like to share my current findings with you:
As I understand it, IKEA now offers the option in Metod to have the dishwasher fronts divided, so they appear as if the dishwasher has multiple drawers. Alternatively, you can install a continuous door as before. This can also be selected in the online planner, which will then display the desired front layout.
Additionally, I found out that Metod requires a special mechanism where the dishwasher fronts slide along rails attached to the dishwasher door. I think it works similarly to the sliding doors on refrigerators.
What isn’t clear to me yet is whether this special sliding mechanism is mandatory with Metod, or if you can still mount the front fixed directly to the dishwasher door as before. Does this have something to do with the different plinth height between Metod and Faktum?
If you want to attach multiple partial fronts to the dishwasher door, you need the Vaglig (20250663) product. This consists of two rails that hold the partial fronts together. But as far as I understand, this does not include the sliding mechanism itself.
For the sliding mechanism, you then need either Resonlig (50248348) or Behjälplig (50242426). The difference between these two seems to be that they fit different dishwasher models (Resonlig for Skinande, Rengöra, and LAGAN; Behjälplig for Hjälpsam). However, I have not yet figured out which one is needed for a non-IKEA dishwasher.
There is also Ersättare (00250664), which appears to be an installation solution for semi-integrated dishwashers. Since IKEA does not offer semi-integrated appliances in their range, Ersättare is probably designed specifically for non-IKEA models that you want to install in Metod. I have also looked at the installation instructions for Ersättare, but some things are still unclear to me:
As I understand it, the lower part of the front must be a partial front with a height of 20cm (8 inches), which is hinged in such a way that it flips open when the dishwasher door is opened. Does this mean that a continuous front is not possible with semi-integrated dishwashers???
Additionally, the instructions state that the upper partial front, also 20cm (8 inches) high, must be cut to size depending on the dishwasher’s trim height. I assume this would only apply to fronts without embossed patterns, because if, for example, I cut a Lidingö front (which has an embossed pattern) in the middle at 20cm (8 inches), I would be cutting through the design?
Since I want to install an existing dishwasher with a semi-integrated front in my new Metod kitchen with Lidingö/Bodbyn fronts, I am currently puzzled about how the installation should actually look.
Since Metod will be available in Austria from April 1st, I will definitely ask IKEA then.
Does anyone already know the answers to my questions?
Best regards
Sektionschef
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bubbel_599411 Feb 2015 20:01stefanlösung? That’s definitely not an IKEA solution. Just based on the name, I guess there is someone named Stefan in this forum who solved the same problem. Or do I now have to go to IKEA and ask customer service for the Stefan part for the dishwasher?
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IKEA-Experte11 Feb 2015 20:39You can probably always find a Stefan at IKEA, but whether he’s willing to give up his part is another question.
Hello!
I am currently struggling with a Bosch SBE65N00EU - XXL with a vario hinge, which was supposed to be installed with a three-part front panel.
Would I have needed assistance with this anyway? The problem is that the VÅGLIG connecting rail I bought prevents the mounting of the vario hinge bracket.
Does my combination even work, or do I have to install a continuous 60 x 80 cm (24 x 31.5 inches) door as the front panel?
Thanks for your help!!
Best regards,
Phil
I am currently struggling with a Bosch SBE65N00EU - XXL with a vario hinge, which was supposed to be installed with a three-part front panel.
Would I have needed assistance with this anyway? The problem is that the VÅGLIG connecting rail I bought prevents the mounting of the vario hinge bracket.
Does my combination even work, or do I have to install a continuous 60 x 80 cm (24 x 31.5 inches) door as the front panel?
Thanks for your help!!
Best regards,
Phil
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Sektionschef15 Feb 2015 09:56Hello Stril
You don’t need any help. User DB55 reported the same issue; as far as I understand, he simply left out Vaglig and screwed the fronts together with a flat steel strip from the hardware store.
Regards
Sektionschef
You don’t need any help. User DB55 reported the same issue; as far as I understand, he simply left out Vaglig and screwed the fronts together with a flat steel strip from the hardware store.
Regards
Sektionschef
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Sektionschef16 Feb 2015 07:52Hello!
The idea of using flat steel bars sounds really good to me. Originally, I was concerned that they might rest on something, but I think if they’re not too thick, it should work.
I’m just not quite sure yet whether I can also use the Behjälplig, or if the Varioscharnier of my dishwasher and the Behjälplig are mutually exclusive...
Regards
The idea of using flat steel bars sounds really good to me. Originally, I was concerned that they might rest on something, but I think if they’re not too thick, it should work.
I’m just not quite sure yet whether I can also use the Behjälplig, or if the Varioscharnier of my dishwasher and the Behjälplig are mutually exclusive...
Regards
S
Sektionschef16 Feb 2015 08:59I’m just not sure yet whether I can also use Behjälplig, or if the Varioscharnier on my dishwasher and Behjälplig exclude each other... The Varioscharnier and Behjälplig do exactly the same thing: both are mechanisms that allow the front panel to slide upward when opening the dishwasher door. So, if you have an XXL dishwasher with a Varioscharnier, you can mount the front panel directly onto the dishwasher without needing Behjälplig. The only issue is with split front panels, which should then be connected using flat steel strips.
Best regards
Sektionschef
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