ᐅ Kallax doors open by themselves due to drafts – how can this be prevented?
Created on: 27 Sep 2022 11:26
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lujebau
Hello everyone, I have a problem with my Kallax shelving unit. The doors move quite smoothly, but unfortunately, they keep opening by themselves whenever there is a draft in the room. This is particularly annoying because I store some delicate items inside that I don’t want to have to secure constantly. I’m wondering what practical and long-lasting solutions are available to prevent the doors from opening due to drafts without affecting the look or functionality of the Kallax. Has anyone had experience with this or can share effective tips? Which methods are reliable in the long term? Thank you in advance!
To effectively prevent Kallax doors from opening due to drafts, I recommend a combination of several measures to achieve lasting quiet:
First, installing small, unobtrusive magnetic catches or alternatively compression latches, which do not require permanent drilling and securely hold the doors in place, is advisable.
Second, the general air circulation in the room should be reviewed and optimized if necessary: leaky windows or doors often cause annoying drafts that worsen the problem. Draft stoppers, weatherstripping, or window films can be helpful here.
Third, it is sensible to check the position and alignment of the doors, as misalignment increases sensitivity to drafts. Sometimes, a slight adjustment of the hinges is enough to minimize the issues.
With this multi-layered approach, the problem can usually be solved permanently.
First, installing small, unobtrusive magnetic catches or alternatively compression latches, which do not require permanent drilling and securely hold the doors in place, is advisable.
Second, the general air circulation in the room should be reviewed and optimized if necessary: leaky windows or doors often cause annoying drafts that worsen the problem. Draft stoppers, weatherstripping, or window films can be helpful here.
Third, it is sensible to check the position and alignment of the doors, as misalignment increases sensitivity to drafts. Sometimes, a slight adjustment of the hinges is enough to minimize the issues.
With this multi-layered approach, the problem can usually be solved permanently.
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