Hello everyone,
I recently purchased some Malm furniture from IKEA and am really pleased with the simple design and quality. However, I have noticed a few small scratches, which bothers me somewhat since I usually take good care of my furniture. So, I have a question for experienced users or experts here in the forum:
What specific steps can I take to prevent scratches on Malm furniture permanently? Are there particular care tips, protective products, or everyday habits that can help provide the best possible protection for these sensitive surfaces?
I would greatly appreciate practical advice and recommendations based on the characteristics of the Malm series. Thanks in advance!
I recently purchased some Malm furniture from IKEA and am really pleased with the simple design and quality. However, I have noticed a few small scratches, which bothers me somewhat since I usually take good care of my furniture. So, I have a question for experienced users or experts here in the forum:
What specific steps can I take to prevent scratches on Malm furniture permanently? Are there particular care tips, protective products, or everyday habits that can help provide the best possible protection for these sensitive surfaces?
I would greatly appreciate practical advice and recommendations based on the characteristics of the Malm series. Thanks in advance!
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Taylorsi451 Feb 2019 11:18In short: Use felt pads, clean cloths for wiping, and always place a protective layer under sharp objects.
There is no need to consider anything else.
There is no need to consider anything else.
chai67 schrieb:
I occasionally use a special furniture polish designed specifically for painted or melamine-coated surfaces.To be honest, I’m not a big fan of such polishes – they often just leave a very thin film that disappears after a short time and can actually make cleaning harder because dirt sticks to it.
Wouldn’t it be better to simply accept this as part of everyday use? That means: small scratches are inevitable since furniture gets used daily. Perhaps sometimes that’s a sign of life rather than untidiness?
GALEO4 schrieb:
Maybe sometimes that’s a sign of life rather than disorder?That’s an interesting thought! Of course, furniture is meant to be used. However, that doesn’t mean I don’t want to try to keep it in good condition for as long as possible – it’s about finding a balance between use and care, not about perfection.
Do any of you have experience with protective films or clear covers that can be applied? Do you think this would look good with Malm furniture, or is it more impractical?
Looking forward to your opinions!
Sometimes people also attach emotional value to their furniture. That’s why it’s great to see so much discussion here about care and maintenance.
Regarding protective films: I once tried a matte protective film on a desk, which really helped prevent scratches. However, the appearance can sometimes suffer because the film slightly changes the natural look.
Maybe it’s helpful to protect just the area that is used the most (under the keyboard, for example, or on the shelf), without covering the entire surface.
What do you think about that, leo58? Does that sound practical?
Regarding protective films: I once tried a matte protective film on a desk, which really helped prevent scratches. However, the appearance can sometimes suffer because the film slightly changes the natural look.
Maybe it’s helpful to protect just the area that is used the most (under the keyboard, for example, or on the shelf), without covering the entire surface.
What do you think about that, leo58? Does that sound practical?
elgla schrieb:
Maybe it’s helpful to protect the area that gets the most use (for example, under the keyboard or on the shelf) without covering the entire surface.Yes, that actually sounds very reasonable.
I think I will try using individual protective mats or pads to better cope with everyday use while still preserving the appearance of the furniture.
Thanks for the suggestion!
One more thing that comes to mind: How is the storage of the furniture pieces handled during transport? I’m concerned that stacking and moving them around might cause small scratches.
leo58 schrieb:
How is the storage of furniture handled during transport? I’m concerned that stacking and shifting the pieces might cause small scratches.That’s a valid concern. For transport and storage, it’s definitely recommended not to stack furniture pieces directly on top of each other. Use blankets, bubble wrap, or even thick layers of cardboard between the items.
When moving the furniture, it’s best to carry it rather than drag it across the floor. This is especially important for Malm furniture, as the edges and surfaces are quite delicate.
This way, you can effectively prevent scratches or pressure marks.
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