Hello everyone, I recently bought the Ikea Platsa wardrobe and I’m using the matching drawers. I noticed that opening and closing the drawers is quite loud and rattling, especially in the last position when they’re fully closed. I would like to make the drawers quieter, particularly the noise when pushing them shut. Does anyone have experience or tips on how to reduce the noise of the Ikea PLATSA drawers? I’ve already considered rail or damper solutions but wanted to ask if there might be simple tricks or proven methods to reduce the noise without making major structural changes.
I believe the best and simplest solution by far is using small felt or foam rubber strips. You can find them at any hardware store, and they not only make drawers quieter but also look nice. A little tip: if you attach the strips exactly along the drawer edge, you will even notice a more pleasant, softer closing.
Thank you for your quick and helpful answers. I will clean the rails tonight and then experiment with silicone spray and foam tape. Is it better to attach the felt strips directly to the drawers or to the inside of the cabinet? Also, is there a specific spot where the drawer usually makes the most noise that I should pay special attention to?
amirtau schrieb:
Is it better to attach the felt strips directly to the drawers or to the inside of the cabinet?The ideal solution is to attach felt or foam rubber strips on both sides – that is, on the drawer front and the cabinet where they come into contact. Most noise is usually generated when the drawer hits the cabinet during closing. Installing cushioning at the contact points reduces noise the most. Additionally, you should check the drawer’s movement to see if there is any sticking or scraping.
amirtau schrieb:
Is there a specific spot where the drawer usually makes the loudest noise that I should pay special attention to?The loudest noise usually happens when the drawer slams shut. Often, the back part of the drawer hits the cabinet because that’s where the stop block is located. A tip: attach a soft bumper or felt pad there. For Platsa drawers, it’s often the rear guides or the lower edge on the back of the drawer. Small impacts often occur there, which can sound quite loud.
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