ᐅ Is there a way to make the IKEA Brimnes close more softly?

Created on: 20 Mar 2016 09:17
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MAMALO
Hello everyone,

I recently assembled the IKEA Brimnes wardrobe and am generally happy with its functionality. However, I find the doors slam shut quite hard. Is there a way to modify or retrofit the Brimnes wardrobe doors so they close more quietly and, above all, more softly? I have considered installing dampers or soft-close mechanisms but am unsure whether these would work well with this model or if they might damage the doors.

Has anyone had experience with this or can offer tips on how to make the Brimnes wardrobe close more gently without much effort or expensive solutions? Thanks in advance!
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GASAN
21 Mar 2016 09:27
I installed third-party soft-close dampers on my Brimnes cabinet. They work quite well but take some time to install.

For a quick and sturdy solution: rubber bumpers are the simplest option.
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MAMALO
21 Mar 2016 10:02
GASAN schrieb:
Rubber buffers are the simplest solution.

Thanks in advance for all the tips. I will first try the rubber buffers and slightly readjust the hinges.

If that’s not enough, I’m considering installing soft-close dampers, although I’m hesitant about the effort involved.

I’ll get back with results and possibly more questions.
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popodi
21 Mar 2016 11:47
Great that you now have a plan! A small tip for the bedroom: even if they are just rubber bumpers, make sure their color matches the wardrobe well. Otherwise, you can easily paint them if needed. This way, the look stays nice.

Fingers crossed that your doors will close smoothly soon.