Hello everyone,
I have some Malm furniture from IKEA that has become quite worn from daily use, especially the white surfaces, which have developed some scratches and minor discoloration. I would like to polish them without damaging the paint or surface so they look fresh and well-maintained again. Does anyone have experience with this or can recommend which polishing products or methods work best? Instructions on the procedure would also be appreciated, for example whether sanding is necessary or if it’s better to use special furniture care products only. Thanks in advance for your suggestions!
I have some Malm furniture from IKEA that has become quite worn from daily use, especially the white surfaces, which have developed some scratches and minor discoloration. I would like to polish them without damaging the paint or surface so they look fresh and well-maintained again. Does anyone have experience with this or can recommend which polishing products or methods work best? Instructions on the procedure would also be appreciated, for example whether sanding is necessary or if it’s better to use special furniture care products only. Thanks in advance for your suggestions!
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vinicius446 Oct 2018 10:41It is important to distinguish the exact surface:
For Malm furniture, it is often a melamine coating or paint.
With melamine, do not sand or apply oil, as the surface can become sticky and rough.
With paint, however, you can gently smooth minor imperfections using very fine sandpaper (e.g., grit 2000), followed by polishing.
In most cases, I recommend using a good plastic polish or furniture polish for painted surfaces and handling with care.
For Malm furniture, it is often a melamine coating or paint.
With melamine, do not sand or apply oil, as the surface can become sticky and rough.
With paint, however, you can gently smooth minor imperfections using very fine sandpaper (e.g., grit 2000), followed by polishing.
In most cases, I recommend using a good plastic polish or furniture polish for painted surfaces and handling with care.
I feel the same way as you, Lufule. At first, I was a bit unsure because I was afraid of causing too much damage. What helped me was patience and taking small steps.
That’s true, but polishing really gives the furniture a new shine—especially if you regularly use care products.
Maybe this will help you: don’t start completely from scratch; instead, maintain it every few months, and the everyday scratches will become less noticeable.
Sinzar schrieb:
Scratches remain, but the furniture looks fresher.
That’s true, but polishing really gives the furniture a new shine—especially if you regularly use care products.
Maybe this will help you: don’t start completely from scratch; instead, maintain it every few months, and the everyday scratches will become less noticeable.
For those who want to be precise:
The Malm furniture requires careful surface maintenance.
Before any treatment, the surface should be thoroughly cleaned, for example with a mild cleaner, to remove dust and grease.
Afterwards, apply polish products based on beeswax or automotive plastic care products, which protect the surface and enhance its shine.
Sanding is only possible on painted parts; otherwise, it should be strictly avoided.
The Malm furniture requires careful surface maintenance.
Before any treatment, the surface should be thoroughly cleaned, for example with a mild cleaner, to remove dust and grease.
Afterwards, apply polish products based on beeswax or automotive plastic care products, which protect the surface and enhance its shine.
Sanding is only possible on painted parts; otherwise, it should be strictly avoided.
I want to encourage you once again: Don’t hesitate to tackle this topic! :-)
I did the same, and it made the furniture look very lively in the end.
Sometimes it’s simply a matter of finding the right product and not overthinking it.
Good luck to you all!
KIN42 schrieb:
Apply polishing products based on beeswax or automotive plastic care products that protect the surface and enhance the shine.
I did the same, and it made the furniture look very lively in the end.
Sometimes it’s simply a matter of finding the right product and not overthinking it.
Good luck to you all!
In conclusion, I would like to mention that if the furniture surfaces are severely damaged or affected by mechanical impacts, a complete restoration or even replacing the panel may be more economical.
For minor cosmetic touch-ups, regular cleaning and proper furniture care will ensure long-lasting enjoyment.
I hope these tips have been helpful.
For minor cosmetic touch-ups, regular cleaning and proper furniture care will ensure long-lasting enjoyment.
I hope these tips have been helpful.
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