Hello everyone,
I recently bought an Ikea Pax wardrobe and want to set it up at home on a somewhat uneven floor. I noticed that the wardrobe wobbles and does not stand very stable without additional measures. My question is: How can I best stabilize my Ikea Pax on uneven floors without making major changes to the construction or affecting the wardrobe’s appearance? What techniques, materials, or adjustments have worked well for you to create a stable and long-lasting solution? I’m also interested in practical tips or experiences with specific leveling solutions for the floor or the wardrobe itself.
Thank you in advance for your help!
I recently bought an Ikea Pax wardrobe and want to set it up at home on a somewhat uneven floor. I noticed that the wardrobe wobbles and does not stand very stable without additional measures. My question is: How can I best stabilize my Ikea Pax on uneven floors without making major changes to the construction or affecting the wardrobe’s appearance? What techniques, materials, or adjustments have worked well for you to create a stable and long-lasting solution? I’m also interested in practical tips or experiences with specific leveling solutions for the floor or the wardrobe itself.
Thank you in advance for your help!
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reoleon4711 Apr 2020 15:27Hello everyone!
I also had the problem with the wobbly Pax wardrobe on our old wooden floorboards. My solution was adjustable furniture feet that I simply screwed onto the bottom. Using five of these feet was definitely worth it, as the wardrobe now stands completely stable, even when leaning against it.
Also, I strongly recommend using the original wall mounting – those are invaluable and really prevent accidents (or at least damage to the wardrobe)!
Important: Be sure to choose feet with rubber pads so nothing slips. I can only encourage you to upgrade these parts a bit; it’s worth it!
I also had the problem with the wobbly Pax wardrobe on our old wooden floorboards. My solution was adjustable furniture feet that I simply screwed onto the bottom. Using five of these feet was definitely worth it, as the wardrobe now stands completely stable, even when leaning against it.
Also, I strongly recommend using the original wall mounting – those are invaluable and really prevent accidents (or at least damage to the wardrobe)!
Important: Be sure to choose feet with rubber pads so nothing slips. I can only encourage you to upgrade these parts a bit; it’s worth it!
Great discussion here!
I would like to add: if you prefer not to use screws, you can also use special self-adhesive leveling pads for small unevenness. Some are made of cork or rubber, which compress slightly under the cabinet feet and adapt to the surface.
If you’re worried the cabinet might still tip, be sure to place a heavy load at the bottom (e.g., books or built-in drawers). This lowers the center of gravity and significantly reduces the risk of tipping.
Good luck, you’ll definitely manage it! 💪
I would like to add: if you prefer not to use screws, you can also use special self-adhesive leveling pads for small unevenness. Some are made of cork or rubber, which compress slightly under the cabinet feet and adapt to the surface.
If you’re worried the cabinet might still tip, be sure to place a heavy load at the bottom (e.g., books or built-in drawers). This lowers the center of gravity and significantly reduces the risk of tipping.
Good luck, you’ll definitely manage it! 💪
Ianlau schrieb:
Depending on how uneven the floor is, you should choose between small leveling measures or a solid substructure, properly secure the cabinet, and then it should be stable and safe.Thank you for your detailed explanation, Ianlau. It really helps me understand the issue better. The floor is actually quite uneven – up to 7 mm (0.28 inches) difference where the cabinet will stand.
So I don’t see much point in just using small felt pads anymore. I’m thinking of starting with adjustable furniture feet on the bottom and, when I get the chance, looking for a plywood sheet as a substructure.
I will definitely install wall anchors as well, even though they are a bit annoying to put in during assembly. Safety comes first!
Does anyone else have experience with combining adjustable feet and a plywood base? Or is that maybe overkill? I don’t want to turn this into a mini home renovation, but stability is more important to me than perfect appearance.
Looking forward to more tips!
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