Hello everyone,
I have been using Malm furniture from IKEA for some time, especially tables and dressers with the typical finishes. Unfortunately, I have already noticed some small scratches on the surfaces, which stand out quite a bit given the otherwise very attractive design.
So my question is: How can I effectively remove or at least significantly reduce these scratches on Malm surfaces? Are there any special products, home remedies, or techniques that have proven effective? I would prefer not to sand down or refinish the entire piece but am looking for a gentle and practical solution that can also be done easily by a non-professional.
Thank you in advance for your helpful tips and advice!
I have been using Malm furniture from IKEA for some time, especially tables and dressers with the typical finishes. Unfortunately, I have already noticed some small scratches on the surfaces, which stand out quite a bit given the otherwise very attractive design.
So my question is: How can I effectively remove or at least significantly reduce these scratches on Malm surfaces? Are there any special products, home remedies, or techniques that have proven effective? I would prefer not to sand down or refinish the entire piece but am looking for a gentle and practical solution that can also be done easily by a non-professional.
Thank you in advance for your helpful tips and advice!
Hey Reusbu, it’s great that you’re tackling a topic like this! :-)
I had similar scratches on a Malm table once and can really recommend trying a furniture touch-up marker or even wax sticks first. They fill in the scratches and make them less visible. It’s important that the color matches the furniture well.
Another option is polish for plastic surfaces or even special furniture polishes! I was really surprised at how well it worked for me. Just apply a little, rub it in gently, and voilà, it looks much better!
Good luck! You can do it! 🙂
I had similar scratches on a Malm table once and can really recommend trying a furniture touch-up marker or even wax sticks first. They fill in the scratches and make them less visible. It’s important that the color matches the furniture well.
Reusbu schrieb:
How can I effectively remove these scratches on Malm surfaces or at least reduce their visibility significantly?
Another option is polish for plastic surfaces or even special furniture polishes! I was really surprised at how well it worked for me. Just apply a little, rub it in gently, and voilà, it looks much better!
Good luck! You can do it! 🙂
Hello,
I think it is important to first identify the type of surface in this case. The Malm series usually has a melamine resin-coated surface, which is sensitive to scratches and harsh cleaning agents.
That makes sense, as sanding could damage the thin coating. For minor scratches, a color-matched furniture touch-up pen or marker often works best. These are available in many hardware stores and provide a gentle way to visually conceal the damaged area.
Rubbing in a little olive oil can also temporarily reduce the visibility of scratches, as the oil fills in the surface and slightly polishes it.
Be sure to avoid abrasive cleaning products, as they can further damage the finish.
I hope this gives you a good starting point for solving the problem.
I think it is important to first identify the type of surface in this case. The Malm series usually has a melamine resin-coated surface, which is sensitive to scratches and harsh cleaning agents.
Reusbu schrieb:
I would prefer not to sand down or repaint the entire piece of furniture but rather look for a gentle and practical solution,
That makes sense, as sanding could damage the thin coating. For minor scratches, a color-matched furniture touch-up pen or marker often works best. These are available in many hardware stores and provide a gentle way to visually conceal the damaged area.
Rubbing in a little olive oil can also temporarily reduce the visibility of scratches, as the oil fills in the surface and slightly polishes it.
Be sure to avoid abrasive cleaning products, as they can further damage the finish.
I hope this gives you a good starting point for solving the problem.
Hey Reusbu!
I just want to chime in and maybe add a bit of variety to the discussion. 😉
I agree with that, but I would make sure the products don’t contain harsh solvents. Sometimes a piece of baking parchment and a low heat iron setting can be enough to “iron out” small scratches on furniture – but be careful, this works better on wood and not on coated surfaces like Malm.
A little tip: If the scratches are very fine, toothpaste that gently polishes can also help. Just rub a little on with a soft cloth and then wipe it off thoroughly.
Sometimes small nicks can be kind of charming – but I totally understand wanting to get rid of them. Good luck with your “scratch-free” mission! 🙂
I just want to chime in and maybe add a bit of variety to the discussion. 😉
ixlu1 schrieb:
Polish for plastic surfaces or even special furniture polish! I was really surprised how well it worked for me.
I agree with that, but I would make sure the products don’t contain harsh solvents. Sometimes a piece of baking parchment and a low heat iron setting can be enough to “iron out” small scratches on furniture – but be careful, this works better on wood and not on coated surfaces like Malm.
A little tip: If the scratches are very fine, toothpaste that gently polishes can also help. Just rub a little on with a soft cloth and then wipe it off thoroughly.
Sometimes small nicks can be kind of charming – but I totally understand wanting to get rid of them. Good luck with your “scratch-free” mission! 🙂
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