Hello everyone,
I have a small issue with my IKEA Malm furniture, specifically the large desk and the matching sideboard. Both pieces now squeak when sliding the drawers open and closed, even though I have already treated them with a special furniture oil for surface care. The squeaking mainly occurs under light load and at a certain drawer pulling speed, which is very annoying.
I suspect the problem is not caused by the finish itself but possibly by the drawer slides or the mechanism. Still, I wonder why the squeaking doesn't go away despite careful maintenance. Does anyone have experience or tips on how to fix this permanently? Are there any special lubricants that are safe to use on painted surfaces and can eliminate the noise without damaging the finish?
I would appreciate any advice, as replacing the furniture is not an option for me right now. Thank you in advance!
I have a small issue with my IKEA Malm furniture, specifically the large desk and the matching sideboard. Both pieces now squeak when sliding the drawers open and closed, even though I have already treated them with a special furniture oil for surface care. The squeaking mainly occurs under light load and at a certain drawer pulling speed, which is very annoying.
I suspect the problem is not caused by the finish itself but possibly by the drawer slides or the mechanism. Still, I wonder why the squeaking doesn't go away despite careful maintenance. Does anyone have experience or tips on how to fix this permanently? Are there any special lubricants that are safe to use on painted surfaces and can eliminate the noise without damaging the finish?
I would appreciate any advice, as replacing the furniture is not an option for me right now. Thank you in advance!