ᐅ KALLAX Shelving Unit Too Weak for Lego Storage Drawers – Alternatives?
Created on: 23 Jul 2024 14:07
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Hello everyone,
Some time ago, I got an IKEA KALLAX shelf unit to store my Lego bricks and sets in drawers. Unfortunately, I’ve noticed that the designated drawers are not sturdy enough when fully loaded – they tend to bend and sometimes get stuck when pulling them out, which makes access quite difficult.
My question to the community is: Does anyone know of sturdy alternatives to the KALLAX drawers that are specifically suitable for storing and organizing Lego? They should be strong enough to hold a large number of bricks but still fit into a KALLAX shelf or a similar system. Ideally, the drawers would have smooth-running slides or a similar mechanism that can withstand the weight and frequent use.
I would appreciate any recommendations, experience, or even specific product suggestions!
Some time ago, I got an IKEA KALLAX shelf unit to store my Lego bricks and sets in drawers. Unfortunately, I’ve noticed that the designated drawers are not sturdy enough when fully loaded – they tend to bend and sometimes get stuck when pulling them out, which makes access quite difficult.
My question to the community is: Does anyone know of sturdy alternatives to the KALLAX drawers that are specifically suitable for storing and organizing Lego? They should be strong enough to hold a large number of bricks but still fit into a KALLAX shelf or a similar system. Ideally, the drawers would have smooth-running slides or a similar mechanism that can withstand the weight and frequent use.
I would appreciate any recommendations, experience, or even specific product suggestions!
Greglau schrieb:
I personally use stackable plastic bins from Akro-Mils for LEGO.Great tip!
To add: especially with these bins, I recommend using dividers to improve the sorting of LEGO bricks while also achieving better weight distribution within the bin. Another often underestimated option is to label the bins with colored lids, which provides a clear visual overview at a glance.
This method is easily scalable and adaptable to different project sizes.
If anyone needs professional tips on organizing these bins, I’m happy to provide more detailed information.