Hello everyone, I am planning to professionally modify some IKEA Malm furniture to better suit my needs. I would like to know which materials and tools are best suited to avoid weakening the structure, and what to consider when altering drawers or adding new components. Are there specific techniques or proven methods for Malm furniture to maintain stability while achieving a clean finish? I look forward to detailed experiences and tips, including recommendations for suitable replacement parts and helpful assembly advice.
Dadali schrieb:
Cost advantages and the design of Malm can be used, for example, to add shelvesThat works! You just need to know which details to pay attention to. For instance, you can secure the shelves with dowel pins. These are invisible and provide better support than simple wooden dowels, especially in soft materials.
BEMAU schrieb:
Brackets are easier to install and can be adjusted more easily if neededExactly, hidden solutions look nicer but can be time-consuming and frustrating. Small metal connector plates or corner brackets with recessed screws are often practical.
If the renovation is mainly meant as an improvement, it’s fine to take a pragmatic approach. You can’t make a perfect piece of furniture out of Malm, but you can certainly make it better.