Hello everyone, I have a question that’s really bothering me about my IKEA BESTÅ drawers: Is there a way to make these specific BESTÅ drawers quieter? Specifically, I’m referring to the slight but often disruptive clicking and snapping sound that occurs when these drawers close – even when you close them gently. I’ve already tried lubricating the drawer slides, but the result was only mediocre and only partially reduced the issue. It would be great if someone here in the forum has experience or practical tips on how to significantly reduce the noise when closing BESTÅ drawers without compromising their functionality or stability. Thanks in advance!
I would like to add that there are two common causes for loud slamming in IKEA BESTÅ drawers: poor damping at the stop and the material interaction of the drawer slides themselves.
- Small rubber bumpers or self-adhesive felt strips are recommended for the stop. I have successfully used 0.5 mm (0.02 inches) felt. If the drawer closes slightly heavier as a result, you can divide the glides into several sections or trim them slightly.
- For the drawer slides, it may help to check the slide path and, if necessary, treat it minimally with wax or graphite powder. Silicone oil can sometimes leave residues that attract dirt.
Additionally, the assembly should be checked. Uneven mounting can increase noise.
- Small rubber bumpers or self-adhesive felt strips are recommended for the stop. I have successfully used 0.5 mm (0.02 inches) felt. If the drawer closes slightly heavier as a result, you can divide the glides into several sections or trim them slightly.
- For the drawer slides, it may help to check the slide path and, if necessary, treat it minimally with wax or graphite powder. Silicone oil can sometimes leave residues that attract dirt.
Additionally, the assembly should be checked. Uneven mounting can increase noise.
To systematically improve the smoothness and noise reduction of IKEA BESTÅ drawers, the following steps are recommended:
- Evaluate the drawer mechanism: Can the drawer slides be easily removed? Clean or replace them if necessary.
- Enhance cushioning: Instead of felt, thin foam (e.g., fine-pored polyurethane) can be used as it is elastic and durable.
- Check the drawer stop: High-quality dampers are sometimes available as replacement parts from IKEA and can be purchased there.
If noise issues persist after these measures, the cause is often material fatigue of plastic components or mechanical misalignment.
- Evaluate the drawer mechanism: Can the drawer slides be easily removed? Clean or replace them if necessary.
- Enhance cushioning: Instead of felt, thin foam (e.g., fine-pored polyurethane) can be used as it is elastic and durable.
- Check the drawer stop: High-quality dampers are sometimes available as replacement parts from IKEA and can be purchased there.
If noise issues persist after these measures, the cause is often material fatigue of plastic components or mechanical misalignment.
anken schrieb:
For the stop, small rubber bumpers or self-adhesive felt strips are recommended. I successfully used 0.5 mm (0.02 inches) thick felt.I can only agree with that. My attempts with thicker pads were less successful because they affected the drawer’s function. Low-profile rubber bumpers, about 3 mm (0.12 inches) high, help to cushion the impact at the drawer stop without negatively affecting the drawer slide.
usbla schrieb:
High-quality dampers as spare parts are sometimes available at IKEA and can possibly be purchased there.That’s an important point. It is sometimes worth asking IKEA directly for replacement dampers for BESTÅ, as the original parts are perfectly matched to the drawer slides and can help reduce noise.
I find it really annoying when cabinets slam shut like soccer goals 😄
What worked really well for us was sticking small self-adhesive foam strips on the inside edge of the cabinet opening. They’re quick to apply and very thin, so the drawer still slides in and out easily, but the slamming is noticeably softened. It might be worth trying if you don’t want to modify the mechanism itself right away. It definitely makes the BESTÅ feel a bit more cozy when it closes quietly!
What worked really well for us was sticking small self-adhesive foam strips on the inside edge of the cabinet opening. They’re quick to apply and very thin, so the drawer still slides in and out easily, but the slamming is noticeably softened. It might be worth trying if you don’t want to modify the mechanism itself right away. It definitely makes the BESTÅ feel a bit more cozy when it closes quietly!
First of all, thanks to everyone for the diverse and helpful responses! To summarize, I have gathered the following measures from the discussion:
- Using a small amount of silicone spray or silicone oil for the sliding rails
- Applying felt or foam rubber strips on the inside sides of the cabinet or on the stops
- Using rubber bumpers or original dampers, preferably IKEA replacement parts
- Tightening and checking the screws of the sliding rails
I have one more question for everyone: Does anyone have experience with how these measures affect the lifespan of the drawers? For example, whether regular re-oiling of the sliding rails or adding felt protects the mechanism or possibly puts additional strain on it? I would prefer not to trade less noise for increased wear.
- Using a small amount of silicone spray or silicone oil for the sliding rails
- Applying felt or foam rubber strips on the inside sides of the cabinet or on the stops
- Using rubber bumpers or original dampers, preferably IKEA replacement parts
- Tightening and checking the screws of the sliding rails
I have one more question for everyone: Does anyone have experience with how these measures affect the lifespan of the drawers? For example, whether regular re-oiling of the sliding rails or adding felt protects the mechanism or possibly puts additional strain on it? I would prefer not to trade less noise for increased wear.
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