Hello everyone,
I am currently facing the challenge of assembling my Ikea PAX carcass in an apartment with uneven floors. The floors here are old, slightly sloped, and have varying height differences of up to 1.5 cm (0.6 inches) in some areas. My question is: How can I install an Ikea PAX wardrobe on such uneven flooring so that it stands firmly and the doors don’t rub or open by themselves later on?
I have read that you can possibly use the adjustable feet or add shims, but more specific tips or experiences dealing with the PAX system and these kinds of floor irregularities would be very helpful. Are there any recommended methods, special tools, or aids that have proven effective for installing the wardrobe level and securely over time?
Thanks in advance for your answers!
I am currently facing the challenge of assembling my Ikea PAX carcass in an apartment with uneven floors. The floors here are old, slightly sloped, and have varying height differences of up to 1.5 cm (0.6 inches) in some areas. My question is: How can I install an Ikea PAX wardrobe on such uneven flooring so that it stands firmly and the doors don’t rub or open by themselves later on?
I have read that you can possibly use the adjustable feet or add shims, but more specific tips or experiences dealing with the PAX system and these kinds of floor irregularities would be very helpful. Are there any recommended methods, special tools, or aids that have proven effective for installing the wardrobe level and securely over time?
Thanks in advance for your answers!
Hello Timur49,
your topic is spot on because the stability of the PAX wardrobe is indeed a critical issue when dealing with uneven floors. Here is a structured approach that I often recommend:
- First, before assembly, use a spirit level to carefully measure the unevenness. If possible, identify the highest and lowest points.
- PAX wardrobes usually have adjustable feet that allow for about +/- 1.5 cm (0.6 inches) of adjustment. Check first if you can use the feet at their maximum height.
- If the unevenness is greater, it is advisable to place suitable shims or spacers under the feet. It’s best to plan for wooden or plastic shims that you can cut to size.
- During assembly, it’s important to continuously check the wardrobe with the spirit level to ensure it is standing straight. Adjust the feet accordingly or add shims as needed.
- Make sure to secure the wardrobe to the wall, even if the floor is balanced. The wall brackets stabilize the entire system and prevent tipping.
- If the doors rub after assembly, you can either slightly readjust them or install thin leveling strips at the bottom of the door.
Summary: Use a spirit level, fully utilize the adjustable feet, add shims for larger height differences, and don’t forget to fix the wardrobe to the wall afterwards.
If you have tools like a digital spirit level or a measuring stick, it will greatly improve precision. Hope this helps!
your topic is spot on because the stability of the PAX wardrobe is indeed a critical issue when dealing with uneven floors. Here is a structured approach that I often recommend:
- First, before assembly, use a spirit level to carefully measure the unevenness. If possible, identify the highest and lowest points.
- PAX wardrobes usually have adjustable feet that allow for about +/- 1.5 cm (0.6 inches) of adjustment. Check first if you can use the feet at their maximum height.
- If the unevenness is greater, it is advisable to place suitable shims or spacers under the feet. It’s best to plan for wooden or plastic shims that you can cut to size.
- During assembly, it’s important to continuously check the wardrobe with the spirit level to ensure it is standing straight. Adjust the feet accordingly or add shims as needed.
- Make sure to secure the wardrobe to the wall, even if the floor is balanced. The wall brackets stabilize the entire system and prevent tipping.
- If the doors rub after assembly, you can either slightly readjust them or install thin leveling strips at the bottom of the door.
Summary: Use a spirit level, fully utilize the adjustable feet, add shims for larger height differences, and don’t forget to fix the wardrobe to the wall afterwards.
If you have tools like a digital spirit level or a measuring stick, it will greatly improve precision. Hope this helps!
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PECLARISSA24 Jul 2020 11:56Hey Timur49,
I completely agree with LAURE-TA’s excellent explanation – very clear! 😄
Just to add: I had a similar issue with uneven tiles and combined the adjustable feet with thin felt pads. This made the floor a bit more forgiving, so the cabinet stood very stable without wobbling.
And the trick: If you take short breaks during assembly, you can test how the door feels and make any necessary adjustments. A little patience really pays off here!
So: use adjustable feet, add small pads, don’t hesitate to ‘fiddle’ around, and keep checking. With this combination, it usually works well! Good luck!
I completely agree with LAURE-TA’s excellent explanation – very clear! 😄
Just to add: I had a similar issue with uneven tiles and combined the adjustable feet with thin felt pads. This made the floor a bit more forgiving, so the cabinet stood very stable without wobbling.
And the trick: If you take short breaks during assembly, you can test how the door feels and make any necessary adjustments. A little patience really pays off here!
So: use adjustable feet, add small pads, don’t hesitate to ‘fiddle’ around, and keep checking. With this combination, it usually works well! Good luck!
To supplement, here is a more precise procedure regarding structural stability:
- Check and document any deviations in the floor level before assembly.
- Use the maximum adjustable leveling feet of the PAX wardrobe and compensate for remaining differences with stable, rigid supports (e.g., wooden shims). Do not use compressible materials underneath, as these can cause instability over time.
- Use a digital spirit level to carefully adjust the alignment during installation.
- After assembly, be sure to inspect all wardrobe components (especially screws and joints) and tighten them if necessary.
- Finally, wall mounting according to the installation instructions is essential to prevent tipping.
This procedure ensures maximum stability and prevents damage to the wardrobe components caused by unevenness.
- Check and document any deviations in the floor level before assembly.
- Use the maximum adjustable leveling feet of the PAX wardrobe and compensate for remaining differences with stable, rigid supports (e.g., wooden shims). Do not use compressible materials underneath, as these can cause instability over time.
- Use a digital spirit level to carefully adjust the alignment during installation.
- After assembly, be sure to inspect all wardrobe components (especially screws and joints) and tighten them if necessary.
- Finally, wall mounting according to the installation instructions is essential to prevent tipping.
This procedure ensures maximum stability and prevents damage to the wardrobe components caused by unevenness.
LAURE-TA schrieb:
Make sure to secure the cabinet to the wall, even if the floor is level.Thank you for the advice, LAURE-TA, I hadn’t fully considered that yet.
One more question: How difficult is it to install the wall brackets for PAX? Is it manageable alone if the wall has a slightly textured surface (e.g., rough plaster), or are there any special tips?
Also, I’m wondering if it’s a good idea to additionally secure the cabinet with brackets to the ceiling in case the wall mounting is only partially reliable due to the plaster condition. Has anyone had experience with this?
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