ᐅ Is it advisable to place Kallax units on legs instead of directly on the floor?

Created on: 26 Apr 2022 09:13
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marjan
Hello everyone, I have a question and would like to hear your opinions: Do you think it makes sense to put the IKEA Kallax shelving unit on legs instead of placing it directly on the floor? I’m referring to those small wooden or plastic feet that you screw or stick under the unit to raise the furniture slightly. I’m mainly interested in aspects like stability, ease of use, cleaning, and appearance. Could placing it on legs also affect load capacity or the ability to slide something under the shelf? I’d really appreciate it if some of you who have tried this could share your experiences. Thanks in advance!
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DEOLAU
27 Apr 2022 09:33
Once the feet are installed, moisture can also escape from the shelving instead of being trapped directly inside. This increases durability.
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marjan
27 Apr 2022 09:50
Thank you for all the great suggestions so far! The issue of moisture and cleaning seems to me to be two very important reasons to use feet. Does anyone have tips on where to find suitable, affordable yet sturdy feet for Kallax? I don’t want to drill large holes into the shelf; I’d prefer to glue or screw them on, but in a way that allows them to be removed later without leaving any residue.
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Jimte
27 Apr 2022 10:08
I used self-adhesive felt furniture pads that are slightly thicker. They lift the Kallax a bit and can be removed without leaving any residue if needed. They are only somewhat stable, but as long as the shelf is not heavily loaded, it is a simple solution.
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nubar
27 Apr 2022 10:22
For a durable solution with load-bearing capacity, I recommend small furniture feet that can be screwed in. There are sets specifically designed for Kallax available on Etsy or at hardware stores. Some manufacturers also offer feet with mounting plates that can be installed without large holes; these often use screw adapters or clamp holders.
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Rashadmeo
27 Apr 2022 10:33
That’s brilliant, something for everyone! 🙂 Just glue for easy use or screw for more stability. I would recommend using fixed feet if you want to use the shelf for a longer time!
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marjan
28 Apr 2022 08:41
nubar schrieb:
For a permanent solution with load-bearing capacity, I recommend small furniture feet that can be screwed in.

That sounds reasonable, thank you. I’ll look for such sets and pay attention to the mounting options. Thanks to all of you for the helpful contributions. It has been very useful to me!

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