Hello everyone,
I am looking for effective ways to reduce the squeaking of my Malm furniture, especially the drawers and the bed frame. The noise occurs mainly when moving and is becoming increasingly annoying. I have considered using lubricants but am unsure which type is best suited for the furniture material, as it mostly consists of particleboard with a painted finish. Does anyone have experience with specific household remedies or products that can sustainably reduce the squeaking without damaging the furniture? And are there any mechanical tricks to decrease friction between the individual components?
Thanks in advance for your tips!
I am looking for effective ways to reduce the squeaking of my Malm furniture, especially the drawers and the bed frame. The noise occurs mainly when moving and is becoming increasingly annoying. I have considered using lubricants but am unsure which type is best suited for the furniture material, as it mostly consists of particleboard with a painted finish. Does anyone have experience with specific household remedies or products that can sustainably reduce the squeaking without damaging the furniture? And are there any mechanical tricks to decrease friction between the individual components?
Thanks in advance for your tips!
This is great that so many useful tips are being shared here!
I recently had similar problems with my Malm bed – I simply stuck felt pads under the bed where wood rubs against wood, and it made a huge difference! The squeaking became much quieter, and the furniture is protected 🙂
So try using small felt protectors at the contact points; I’ve also done this with other furniture pieces, and it really works well!
I recently had similar problems with my Malm bed – I simply stuck felt pads under the bed where wood rubs against wood, and it made a huge difference! The squeaking became much quieter, and the furniture is protected 🙂
So try using small felt protectors at the contact points; I’ve also done this with other furniture pieces, and it really works well!
Another factor is the climate environment: fluctuations in humidity and temperature can cause the particleboard to expand or contract. This can create small gaps that increase friction and lead to squeaking.
It might also help to completely disassemble the furniture and carefully reassemble it. Treat all screws with a light lubricant and check the drill holes to see if they have become slightly worn out – this can also cause instability.
Do you have a cordless screwdriver or an appropriate screwdriver available? That makes the work much easier. Which parts are squeaking exactly? Just the drawers or also the bed frame?
It might also help to completely disassemble the furniture and carefully reassemble it. Treat all screws with a light lubricant and check the drill holes to see if they have become slightly worn out – this can also cause instability.
Do you have a cordless screwdriver or an appropriate screwdriver available? That makes the work much easier. Which parts are squeaking exactly? Just the drawers or also the bed frame?
glamo schrieb:
"Maybe it also helps to completely disassemble the furniture once and then carefully reassemble it."I hadn’t dared to disassemble it yet, so I will keep that in mind as a possible step.
Currently, the squeaking mainly occurs with the wardrobe drawers, but I also hear a slight creaking or squeaking from the bed frame when it moves.
I have a cordless drill that fits most screws.
Thanks for the helpful tips; they motivate me to tackle this step by step.
Hello everyone,
I’d like to add that choosing the right lubricant is important. Silicone spray often leaves a thin layer that can attract dust, which can be counterproductive in the long run. For drawers, special dry lubricants like graphite powder work well as they don’t stick or create dust-adhesive layers.
For screws and moving metal parts, WD-40 or similar products are commonly used; they lubricate and displace moisture. However, these can easily get onto wood and cause stains, so use them carefully.
Important: After applying lubricant, move the furniture a few times to distribute it evenly.
If you like, feel free to share later what worked for you!
I’d like to add that choosing the right lubricant is important. Silicone spray often leaves a thin layer that can attract dust, which can be counterproductive in the long run. For drawers, special dry lubricants like graphite powder work well as they don’t stick or create dust-adhesive layers.
For screws and moving metal parts, WD-40 or similar products are commonly used; they lubricate and displace moisture. However, these can easily get onto wood and cause stains, so use them carefully.
Important: After applying lubricant, move the furniture a few times to distribute it evenly.
If you like, feel free to share later what worked for you!
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