Hello everyone,
I am planning to buy an IKEA PAX wardrobe to store not only clothes but also heavier items like boxes with tools and heavy books. My question is: How well does the IKEA PAX system hold up under heavy loads?
Specifically, I am interested in how stable the side panels remain under significant weight, whether the shelves bend or slip out of their fittings, and whether wall fixings are absolutely necessary to safely support the load.
Has anyone had experience with the maximum load capacity of individual PAX components, and are there any tips on how to best reinforce or properly install the wardrobe so that it can handle heavy weight without damage?
Thanks in advance for your insights!
I am planning to buy an IKEA PAX wardrobe to store not only clothes but also heavier items like boxes with tools and heavy books. My question is: How well does the IKEA PAX system hold up under heavy loads?
Specifically, I am interested in how stable the side panels remain under significant weight, whether the shelves bend or slip out of their fittings, and whether wall fixings are absolutely necessary to safely support the load.
Has anyone had experience with the maximum load capacity of individual PAX components, and are there any tips on how to best reinforce or properly install the wardrobe so that it can handle heavy weight without damage?
Thanks in advance for your insights!
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Rashadmeo19 Jul 2015 12:46Hello atakanmar!
I have been using my Pax for years with very heavy loads, mainly heavy books and binders. It is really important to secure the shelves properly – I additionally fastened them to the side panels with small brackets, which prevents sagging and falling out.
The side panels have not warped so far, but I make sure to distribute heavy items evenly and not to forget the wall mounting.
I also reinforced the back panel with doubled material by attaching thin plywood sheets behind it. This takes the cabinet’s stability to another level.
You can definitely do this too! 🙂 Good luck!
I have been using my Pax for years with very heavy loads, mainly heavy books and binders. It is really important to secure the shelves properly – I additionally fastened them to the side panels with small brackets, which prevents sagging and falling out.
The side panels have not warped so far, but I make sure to distribute heavy items evenly and not to forget the wall mounting.
I also reinforced the back panel with doubled material by attaching thin plywood sheets behind it. This takes the cabinet’s stability to another level.
You can definitely do this too! 🙂 Good luck!