Hello everyone, I’m currently facing a rather annoying problem with my Ikea Platsa cabinet: during assembly, one of the screws that connects the wood to the metal drawer slides broke off. The broken screw is now stuck deep inside the hole and can no longer be turned or grabbed. I’m wondering what the best way is to remove this stuck, broken Ikea Platsa screw without damaging the furniture.
Has anyone had experience with similar situations? Which tools or methods work most reliably to remove a damaged screw as cleanly as possible? I would like to avoid having to take the entire piece of furniture apart or causing any visible damage. Any help or tips would be greatly appreciated!
Has anyone had experience with similar situations? Which tools or methods work most reliably to remove a damaged screw as cleanly as possible? I would like to avoid having to take the entire piece of furniture apart or causing any visible damage. Any help or tips would be greatly appreciated!
Oh, situations like these can really test your patience—I know that all too well! But don’t get discouraged; almost every DIYer encounters a problem like this at least once.
Sometimes using a rotary tool isn’t a bad idea, it’s just often underestimated how carefully you have to work with it. Maybe it helps to gently cut a narrow groove with the rotary tool, creating a small slot so you can turn the screw with a flathead screwdriver—at least if the screw heads are slightly raised.
In any case: take your time, don’t get frustrated, and if you feel your patience running out, it’s better to take a break first. Sometimes a short pause gives you new motivation! You can do this, and if you want, we’re here to support you! And you’re really thorough with your approach—that’s already half the battle.
butrevor schrieb:
I’ve tried using a rotary tool to cut a notch, but it was tedious and not very precise.
Sometimes using a rotary tool isn’t a bad idea, it’s just often underestimated how carefully you have to work with it. Maybe it helps to gently cut a narrow groove with the rotary tool, creating a small slot so you can turn the screw with a flathead screwdriver—at least if the screw heads are slightly raised.
In any case: take your time, don’t get frustrated, and if you feel your patience running out, it’s better to take a break first. Sometimes a short pause gives you new motivation! You can do this, and if you want, we’re here to support you! And you’re really thorough with your approach—that’s already half the battle.