Hello everyone,
I am planning to install Ikea Metod cabinets in a way that allows for barrier-free access. Specifically, I want to design the cabinets so they are suitable for people with limited mobility, such as wheelchair users. I am considering lower mounting heights, easy-to-open fronts, and maximizing storage space within reachable heights.
My question is: What special modifications are necessary when assembling Metod cabinets to achieve this? Are there particular solutions or accessories you would recommend? Also, how can I choose rails or handles that are as easy to operate as possible?
I look forward to your experiences and tips and am also interested in practical examples. Thanks in advance!
I am planning to install Ikea Metod cabinets in a way that allows for barrier-free access. Specifically, I want to design the cabinets so they are suitable for people with limited mobility, such as wheelchair users. I am considering lower mounting heights, easy-to-open fronts, and maximizing storage space within reachable heights.
My question is: What special modifications are necessary when assembling Metod cabinets to achieve this? Are there particular solutions or accessories you would recommend? Also, how can I choose rails or handles that are as easy to operate as possible?
I look forward to your experiences and tips and am also interested in practical examples. Thanks in advance!
glamo8 schrieb:
Lowering the plinth height to create more clearance – that's exactly what I did in my case. Exactly, and to ensure stability, the cabinets should be secured to the wall with brackets. Especially with shorter or less prominent plinths, the cabinet can otherwise wobble. Additionally, drawers with full extension slides are useful, as they greatly improve accessibility.