Hello everyone,
I have noticed that the surfaces on my IKEA KALLAX shelf, in areas exposed to stronger sunlight, have become somewhat sticky. These spots feel matte and tacky, which makes using the shelf a bit uncomfortable, especially since dust and particles seem to stick more easily. My question to the community is: Would it be better to treat these sticky surfaces with a polish to restore a smooth, pleasant feel, or should I consider repainting it completely?
I understand that the KALLAX is usually made of particleboard with a melamine coating, which might make this more challenging. I’m looking for a sustainable solution that looks good visually but also makes the surface more resistant to further discoloration or damage in the long term. Do you have any practical tips or experiences to share?
Thanks in advance!
I have noticed that the surfaces on my IKEA KALLAX shelf, in areas exposed to stronger sunlight, have become somewhat sticky. These spots feel matte and tacky, which makes using the shelf a bit uncomfortable, especially since dust and particles seem to stick more easily. My question to the community is: Would it be better to treat these sticky surfaces with a polish to restore a smooth, pleasant feel, or should I consider repainting it completely?
I understand that the KALLAX is usually made of particleboard with a melamine coating, which might make this more challenging. I’m looking for a sustainable solution that looks good visually but also makes the surface more resistant to further discoloration or damage in the long term. Do you have any practical tips or experiences to share?
Thanks in advance!
Nabla64 schrieb:
Polishing can only partially fix stickiness, and skin oils can make the sticky feeling worse.This is exactly the point: polishing can even be counterproductive because oils in the polish or polish residues often increase the sticky surface.
I definitely recommend painting with proper preparation and a UV-resistant paint.
Also, there are special paints with a matte finish that work well for furniture like KALLAX. Make sure the surface is even; otherwise, it will be noticeable.
I understand how annoying sticky furniture surfaces can be – it almost feels like you constantly have sticky fingers... 🙂
What helped me was sanding down completely to the base, then painting with a satin acrylic paint. This creates a grippy, non-sticky surface. I tried polish, but that didn’t help.
At first, you need to be patient because it takes a while for the paint to fully cure so your fingers no longer stick.
I wish you strength for the restoration – it’s really frustrating, but the final result is very satisfying. 🙂
What helped me was sanding down completely to the base, then painting with a satin acrylic paint. This creates a grippy, non-sticky surface. I tried polish, but that didn’t help.
At first, you need to be patient because it takes a while for the paint to fully cure so your fingers no longer stick.
I wish you strength for the restoration – it’s really frustrating, but the final result is very satisfying. 🙂
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