ᐅ How can I quickly adjust the cabinet height with Pax?

Created on: 18 Apr 2022 09:17
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EKINPE
Hello everyone, I have noticed with my IKEA Pax wardrobe that I urgently need to adjust the height of the individual shelves, as my storage needs are constantly changing. My specific question is: What practical and time-saving tips are there for quickly and efficiently adjusting the height of the shelves or shelf spacing in a Pax wardrobe without a lot of effort or completely emptying it? Are there any special tools or methods that make this easier? I look forward to your experiences and advice!
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Ellis
18 Apr 2022 15:02
If you only want to adjust the shelves partially, I recommend not removing them completely but loosening them just slightly. Then adjust the compartment height and rehang the shelves. This saves time and effort.
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EKINPE
19 Apr 2022 08:34
NOAHSAU schrieb:
I always wonder why everyone here overcomplicates things.

Thank you for your comment! I admit my question might sound a bit improvised, but I have already tried different approaches, and a lot of time was lost because I had to empty everything out.

Therefore, I’m particularly interested if there is an officially faster method or a trick for adjusting the height of the Pax system without having to completely empty the whole wardrobe. I’m also a bit concerned about the metal pegs, as they might break or bend easily.

Is it recommended to remove all the shelves, or is partially loosening them enough? Thanks in advance for any further tips.
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CHENFAR
19 Apr 2022 09:15
EKINPE schrieb:
So I’m wondering if there might be an officially quicker method or trick from Pax to adjust the height without completely emptying the entire wardrobe.

There is no separate official method mentioned in the manual. The recommended procedure is to empty the wardrobe as much as possible first to avoid compromising its stability.

However, it is definitely possible to only clear out the specific section being adjusted while leaving the rest of the contents inside. The metal pins are made of durable material and rarely break, but they should be carefully pulled out, preferably using a narrow lever tool.

I advise removing the pins evenly and without applying excessive force to prevent any distortion.
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farGlen
19 Apr 2022 12:26
I have a practical routine for my Pax wardrobes: only completely empty the compartment where the shelf height is going to be adjusted. Then simply lift the shelf by hand and carefully pull out the pins. This way, no tools are needed, and the process is quick.