ᐅ How do you properly lubricate Malm drawers to ensure they slide smoothly?

faikni schrieb:
I don’t want to damage anything and I’m also worried that residue from cleaning agents might negatively affect the lubricant.

That’s a valid concern, I think. I used to have the same worry and therefore always worked very carefully and gently. My advice: if you don’t regularly coat the drawers heavily with grease, you can clean them quite cautiously—better to do light, thorough cleaning more often than applying too much at once.

I also find that the difference is huge when you use a good quality silicone spray instead of cheap household alternatives. Sometimes it’s worth spending a bit more to get longer-lasting results.

If you notice the drawer sticking somewhere, you can sometimes slightly loosen, realign, or in rare cases replace the drawer slides.

Don’t be put off by the effort—the results are often very satisfying and the furniture feels instantly much higher quality.

I fully agree with the previous advice. Just a small additional tip from me: if you’re unsure about spraying, you can first spray the silicone spray onto a small piece of cardboard or cloth and then apply it thinly into the sliding tracks with a cotton swab or cloth.

This way, you avoid using too much lubricant that might drip onto other furniture parts. After applying, simply slide the drawer in and out several times to ensure even distribution.

Good luck! 🙂