Hello everyone,
I am considering integrating a larger printer (about 50-60cm (20-24 inches) wide, weighing 20-25kg (44-55 lbs)) into my IKEA KALLAX shelving unit. My question is whether this setup is suitable for long-term use or if the shelf will eventually sag or become unstable. I mainly use the shelving unit as a workspace and storage, but the printer is intended to remain on top permanently in the medium term.
Does anyone have experience with heavy equipment on KALLAX shelves? How reliable is the load capacity in reality, and how does the material respond to such continuous use?
Looking forward to your insights!
I am considering integrating a larger printer (about 50-60cm (20-24 inches) wide, weighing 20-25kg (44-55 lbs)) into my IKEA KALLAX shelving unit. My question is whether this setup is suitable for long-term use or if the shelf will eventually sag or become unstable. I mainly use the shelving unit as a workspace and storage, but the printer is intended to remain on top permanently in the medium term.
Does anyone have experience with heavy equipment on KALLAX shelves? How reliable is the load capacity in reality, and how does the material respond to such continuous use?
Looking forward to your insights!
@Jerefi, if you place a plywood sheet underneath, you can also add some small strips of foam rubber or even felt pads – this protects both the printer and the shelf, plus there’s an extra bonus for the cool DIY touch 🙂
There’s nothing better than when function and style come together!
There’s nothing better than when function and style come together!
GUSTAVO56 schrieb:
Often the first step is a slight bending, followed later by surface cracking.This is often underestimated. What IKEA sells as "melamine coating" is thin and brittle. While it resists scratches, under heavy, continuous stress it tends to chip at the edges, which then weakens the entire carcass.
I would say that anyone who puts too much weight on it risks not only sagging but also material failure over time.
I want to stand up for the KALLAX here! If you follow the tips and don’t just blindly squeeze it together, it really lasts longer than you might think. My setup with a thick MDF board and sturdy plastic feet has served me well for a long time, and my printer was well protected!
A little DIY effort is definitely worth it – give it a try, you’ll be surprised! 🙂
A little DIY effort is definitely worth it – give it a try, you’ll be surprised! 🙂
Thanks for the questions!
The printer is usually only on when I’m printing, so generally about 1-2 hours total per day. The shelf is not placed directly by a window or radiator, but rather against a separate wall.
Today, I already ordered a plywood board, 18 mm (3/4 inch), approximately 80 x 40 cm (31.5 x 15.7 inches), which I will use to try to distribute the weight more evenly.
I’d prefer to screw the shelf to the wall as well, just to be completely sure.
I’m curious to see how it develops and will report back here with updates!
The printer is usually only on when I’m printing, so generally about 1-2 hours total per day. The shelf is not placed directly by a window or radiator, but rather against a separate wall.
Today, I already ordered a plywood board, 18 mm (3/4 inch), approximately 80 x 40 cm (31.5 x 15.7 inches), which I will use to try to distribute the weight more evenly.
I’d prefer to screw the shelf to the wall as well, just to be completely sure.
I’m curious to see how it develops and will report back here with updates!
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