ᐅ How can you adjust the height of Ikea PAX doors?

Hello everyone, I recently bought an Ikea PAX wardrobe and wanted to adjust the doors vertically because they don’t close perfectly flush and rub slightly in one spot. My question is: How can you adjust Ikea PAX doors in height so that they fit exactly and neither rub nor close unevenly? Is there a specific technique or mechanism on the hinges or the door itself to precisely set the height? I understand that doors can often be adjusted horizontally and forward, but how exactly does the height adjustment work on PAX? Are there any tricks if the hinge adjustment range is not sufficient? Thank you in advance for your detailed advice or tips!

The height of the PAX doors is adjusted using the screws on the hinges. You need to remove the cover on the hinge and then slightly turn the second screw at the top or bottom either inward or outward. This moves the door slightly up or down.

Hey, I had the exact same issue with my PAX! Just loosen the front screw on the hinge and then slide the door up or down until it fits perfectly. Sometimes you need a bit of patience, but it works great! Good luck! 😊

Hello NECHEN, I’m happy to help! The PAX doors have special hinges that allow adjustment in three directions: horizontal, forward/backward, and height. For height adjustment, focus on the mounting screws that attach the hinges to the side panel. By slightly loosening these screws and carefully moving the door vertically, you can adjust the height. Don’t forget to tighten the screws again afterward to prevent the door from shifting. Important: height adjustment is usually minimal, so larger unevenness in the floor or the cabinet itself may require other measures, such as shims or adjustments to the cabinet feet. If the doors still rub, you should also check that the shelves and interior parts are properly positioned, as they can affect the door alignment. I hope this helps!

TEOZAR schrieb:
The PAX doors feature special hinges that allow adjustment in three directions: horizontal, forward/backward, and height.

Thanks, TEOZAR, that makes sense. Could you please explain which screws are responsible for the height adjustment? Are those the screws directly on the hinge, visible when the door is open? And is there a recommended sequence for adjusting them (e.g., loosen first, adjust, then tighten)? How many millimeters can the door be adjusted approximately?

NECHEN schrieb:
Can you explain which of the screws is responsible for the height adjustment?

The screws that attach the hinge to the side panel are the key ones. Height adjustment is usually done by slightly loosening these screws, shifting the door vertically, then tightening them again. The adjustment range is typically a few millimeters – about 3 to 5 mm (0.1 to 0.2 inches).