Hello everyone, I own several Ikea Hemnes furniture pieces, especially dressers and cabinets. Unfortunately, I’ve noticed that they tend to rattle or make noise when I close the drawers or doors. This is particularly annoying when I want to be quiet late at night. My question is: how can I make Ikea Hemnes furniture quieter without compromising the appearance or functionality? I suspect the issue might be with the hinges or drawer slides, and maybe padding could help. What are your best tips or experiences that really help reduce noise from the furniture? Thanks in advance!
Regarding your question about lubricants: silicone spray is truly a good choice because it is compatible with rubber and plastics and does not become sticky. Alternatively, you can try Teflon spray, which has similar properties.
For guide rails, you should first clean them, for example with some soapy water and a cloth, before applying any lubricants. Using too much lubricant can actually cause dust to stick and worsen the sliding performance.
A small tip: After applying the spray, open and close the drawers several times to help distribute the lubricant evenly.
For guide rails, you should first clean them, for example with some soapy water and a cloth, before applying any lubricants. Using too much lubricant can actually cause dust to stick and worsen the sliding performance.
A small tip: After applying the spray, open and close the drawers several times to help distribute the lubricant evenly.
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SauDietmar24 Feb 2022 15:38kosiko schrieb:
Are there specific oils or lubricants that are better suited to avoid damaging the plastic parts?Very good and important question, because many people, out of ignorance, use WD-40 or other oily lubricants that can make plastic components brittle over time.
I strongly recommend a silicone-based lubricant. The advantages:
- It is compatible with rubber and plastic
- It dries quickly and leaves almost no residue
- It does not attract dust
Now, focusing on the hinges and tracks:
1. Spray the hinges with silicone spray
2. Clean the tracks with a soft cloth and a little soap
3. Then apply silicone spray sparingly and regularly open and close the sliding parts
Also, a note: regularly tighten screws and fasteners, as movement often causes rattling noises otherwise. Be careful not to overtighten to avoid wood deformation.
Conclusion: More is not better when lubricating – it’s best to apply sparingly and precisely!
SauDietmar schrieb:
I strongly recommend a silicone-based lubricant.In addition: Silicone spray is also relatively low-risk if applied accidentally. It is colorless and does not leave stains on the wood surface, which can happen with other oils.
When it comes to felt strips or rubber bumpers, just make sure the adhesive surfaces are clean and free of grease, so they don’t come off quickly. There are also different sizes and thicknesses available, so it’s worth experimenting a bit to find the optimal cushioning.
Important for the drawer runners: If they are made of wood, you can also try fine furniture wax or beeswax—this is a natural alternative that provides smooth sliding and reduces noise.
Thank you all very much, that was very helpful! In summary, I will now get a silicone-based lubricant, check the screws, apply felt strips and rubber pads, and also try furniture wax as an alternative on the wooden guide rails. It's great how many different approaches there are to make the furniture quieter! If I have any more questions, I will gladly reach out to you. Thanks again for the support!
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