Hello everyone,
I have some IKEA Malm furniture, mainly dressers and nightstands, that I would like to better protect against impacts. Since this furniture is relatively soft and especially the edges and corners are very prone to scratches or dents, I am looking for practical and effective ways to minimize damage in everyday situations.
It is important to me that the protective measures are not too expensive, don’t interfere too much with the appearance, and are as easy to install as possible, since I’m not very handy. At the same time, the solution should be durable and not leave any residue on the furniture.
Has anyone had experience with how to better protect Malm furniture from typical impacts? For example, with special padding, mounting protective strips, or maybe even sealing? What works well and what doesn’t?
Thanks for your tips and advice!
I have some IKEA Malm furniture, mainly dressers and nightstands, that I would like to better protect against impacts. Since this furniture is relatively soft and especially the edges and corners are very prone to scratches or dents, I am looking for practical and effective ways to minimize damage in everyday situations.
It is important to me that the protective measures are not too expensive, don’t interfere too much with the appearance, and are as easy to install as possible, since I’m not very handy. At the same time, the solution should be durable and not leave any residue on the furniture.
Has anyone had experience with how to better protect Malm furniture from typical impacts? For example, with special padding, mounting protective strips, or maybe even sealing? What works well and what doesn’t?
Thanks for your tips and advice!
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vladimirkl14 Sep 2020 15:36Juan31 schrieb:
transparent polyurethane varnishes specifically for furniture surfacesSounds interesting. How labor-intensive is the application – does the surface need to be resealed multiple times afterward? And how difficult would it be to remove such a varnish if you decide to take it off later?
DAMALO schrieb:
Foam corner protectors from the hardware store were used – that really helpedDoes that stand out visually? I imagine foam guards on furniture might look out of place in a home with modern decor.
Thanks for the advice so far, I’ll try out a few of the suggestions.
Regarding paint: Sealing with polyurethane is permanent and cannot be removed without residue. To be on the safe side, it is better to use protective profiles and films. Visually, the least noticeable option is clear protective films, which are specially designed for furniture edges. These are easy to apply and provide good protection.
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