Hello everyone, I am currently considering whether I can place my KALLAX shelving system from IKEA directly on my new PVC floor without any additional protection, without causing pressure marks or other damage to the floor.
I have read that especially with soft floors like PVC or vinyl, furniture with sharp edges can cause pressure marks that are difficult to remove.
Has anyone had experience with this? Specifically, how does it work with KALLAX, since the feet are rather narrow and hard? Is it advisable to use special felt pads or protective underlays, and if so, which ones are best suited to protect the floor while maintaining stability?
I look forward to your tips and experiences!
I have read that especially with soft floors like PVC or vinyl, furniture with sharp edges can cause pressure marks that are difficult to remove.
Has anyone had experience with this? Specifically, how does it work with KALLAX, since the feet are rather narrow and hard? Is it advisable to use special felt pads or protective underlays, and if so, which ones are best suited to protect the floor while maintaining stability?
I look forward to your tips and experiences!
Hello tenu35,
That’s a good question with many aspects. I would like to add that pressure marks on PVC flooring occur due to prolonged concentrated pressure, which deforms the elastic structure of the floor. A KALLAX shelf unit standing on narrow plastic feet does not distribute the load optimally.
I recommend thoroughly cleaning and drying the floor in the intended areas before placing the furniture. Afterwards, you can apply self-adhesive felt pads to the feet. Make sure to use high-quality products with strong adhesive power to prevent slipping.
If the KALLAX shelf is moved or repositioned frequently, it’s advisable to regularly check the pads closely to avoid damage and dirt buildup.
Sometimes, small plastic underlays or furniture glides with a larger surface area are useful when heavier loads need to be distributed.
If you like, I can suggest some brands that I personally use.
That’s a good question with many aspects. I would like to add that pressure marks on PVC flooring occur due to prolonged concentrated pressure, which deforms the elastic structure of the floor. A KALLAX shelf unit standing on narrow plastic feet does not distribute the load optimally.
I recommend thoroughly cleaning and drying the floor in the intended areas before placing the furniture. Afterwards, you can apply self-adhesive felt pads to the feet. Make sure to use high-quality products with strong adhesive power to prevent slipping.
If the KALLAX shelf is moved or repositioned frequently, it’s advisable to regularly check the pads closely to avoid damage and dirt buildup.
Sometimes, small plastic underlays or furniture glides with a larger surface area are useful when heavier loads need to be distributed.
If you like, I can suggest some brands that I personally use.
So I imagine it like this: KALLAX on PVC flooring without felt pads is like wearing high heels on carpet – you’re basically pressing into the floor. 😉
My advice: use felt or soft plastic glides underneath. They act like little mattresses for your floor.
And if there are kids playing around or something like that, it’s better to be on the safe side! Otherwise, you’ll regret it twice later.
Sometimes it’s the small things that make a difference – and your floor will thank you! 🙂
My advice: use felt or soft plastic glides underneath. They act like little mattresses for your floor.
And if there are kids playing around or something like that, it’s better to be on the safe side! Otherwise, you’ll regret it twice later.
Sometimes it’s the small things that make a difference – and your floor will thank you! 🙂
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praWarre693 Sep 2021 12:47I can only recommend placing the feet of the KALLAX on some kind of soft material. I had my shelves directly on a very new PVC floor, and after a few weeks, I noticed slight indentations. They are hardly visible but can still be bothersome.
Felt pads were my savior, and now I even prefer rubber pads because they don’t slip and provide excellent protection.
By the way: if the room is warmer and the PVC floor becomes softer, the problem gets worse. So always keep an eye on temperature and load!
Felt pads were my savior, and now I even prefer rubber pads because they don’t slip and provide excellent protection.
By the way: if the room is warmer and the PVC floor becomes softer, the problem gets worse. So always keep an eye on temperature and load!
praWarre69 schrieb:
I had placed my shelves on very new PVC flooring, and after a few weeks I noticed very slight indentationsThis corresponds to the physical characteristics of elastic floor systems. Long-term point loads lead to so-called 'permanent deformations.'
To prevent this, a larger support area or better load distribution is essential. Felt pads or rubber caps are well suited for this purpose.
Additionally, the load distribution should be checked regularly to detect and address any damage early.
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