Hello everyone,
I recently bought a Malm chest of drawers set, and I noticed that the drawers don’t close flush with the furniture but stick out slightly. I read that the drawer slides might be the reason the drawers move inward when pulled. My question is: How do I properly adjust the drawer slides on the Malm chest so that the drawers close neatly and sit flush within the cabinet? Are there any specific installation tips I should keep in mind? I have already tried some adjustments, but the result is not yet ideal. Thanks for your experience and advice!
I recently bought a Malm chest of drawers set, and I noticed that the drawers don’t close flush with the furniture but stick out slightly. I read that the drawer slides might be the reason the drawers move inward when pulled. My question is: How do I properly adjust the drawer slides on the Malm chest so that the drawers close neatly and sit flush within the cabinet? Are there any specific installation tips I should keep in mind? I have already tried some adjustments, but the result is not yet ideal. Thanks for your experience and advice!
Hi,
I can understand how frustrating it is when drawers don’t slide properly or aren’t aligned nicely. I had the same issue at the beginning. The key is to make sure the drawer slides are mounted perfectly parallel to the cabinet. Often the problem is that one slide is slightly crooked or not at the same height. I always used a spirit level to ensure everything was straight. If the drawer needs to close inward smoothly, the slides should be adjustable, usually with screws that allow fine-tuning. If that’s not possible, you might need to consider a different slide or a different installation position.
Important: Sometimes the problem is with the drawer itself being warped. In that case, adjusting the slides won’t help.
Hope this helps for now 🙂
I can understand how frustrating it is when drawers don’t slide properly or aren’t aligned nicely. I had the same issue at the beginning. The key is to make sure the drawer slides are mounted perfectly parallel to the cabinet. Often the problem is that one slide is slightly crooked or not at the same height. I always used a spirit level to ensure everything was straight. If the drawer needs to close inward smoothly, the slides should be adjustable, usually with screws that allow fine-tuning. If that’s not possible, you might need to consider a different slide or a different installation position.
Important: Sometimes the problem is with the drawer itself being warped. In that case, adjusting the slides won’t help.
Hope this helps for now 🙂
Hello loKurt,
I want to approach this topic in some detail, as adjusting Malm drawer slides is ultimately quite a precise process that involves several factors.
First: Malm dressers usually use side-mounted telescopic slides. These are designed so that, when properly installed and adjusted, they guide the drawer perfectly straight and allow it to close flush with the front. It is important that the slides are mounted parallel – meaning exactly at the same height and distance from the inside of the cabinet.
A common mistake is the height of the slides in relation to the drawer. If they are too low or too high, the drawer won’t sit correctly and will show the “sticking out” effect that you described. The mounting is normally done so that the rollers move smoothly inside the slide, without catching or having too much play.
Additionally, Malm models have small adjustment screws on the slides, which let you slightly shift the running position inward and sideways. These screws allow you to move the drawer a bit further in or out. This is useful for aligning the drawer front flush.
A practical procedure:
1. Remove the slides or at least loosen them partially.
2. Align the slides so they are perfectly parallel and at the same height (for example, using an accurate spirit level or a precision square).
3. Screw the slides back securely, without fully tightening the adjustment screws.
4. Insert the drawer and use the adjustment screws to fine-tune the drawer position.
I also recommend checking the cabinet to ensure that the screw holes are properly drilled and not slightly angled, as this can cause misalignment.
Have you already used a spirit level or other measuring tools? Also, check whether the rollers rotate freely without resistance.
If you have more details (e.g., model size, slide type), I can offer more targeted assistance.
I want to approach this topic in some detail, as adjusting Malm drawer slides is ultimately quite a precise process that involves several factors.
First: Malm dressers usually use side-mounted telescopic slides. These are designed so that, when properly installed and adjusted, they guide the drawer perfectly straight and allow it to close flush with the front. It is important that the slides are mounted parallel – meaning exactly at the same height and distance from the inside of the cabinet.
A common mistake is the height of the slides in relation to the drawer. If they are too low or too high, the drawer won’t sit correctly and will show the “sticking out” effect that you described. The mounting is normally done so that the rollers move smoothly inside the slide, without catching or having too much play.
Additionally, Malm models have small adjustment screws on the slides, which let you slightly shift the running position inward and sideways. These screws allow you to move the drawer a bit further in or out. This is useful for aligning the drawer front flush.
A practical procedure:
1. Remove the slides or at least loosen them partially.
2. Align the slides so they are perfectly parallel and at the same height (for example, using an accurate spirit level or a precision square).
3. Screw the slides back securely, without fully tightening the adjustment screws.
4. Insert the drawer and use the adjustment screws to fine-tune the drawer position.
I also recommend checking the cabinet to ensure that the screw holes are properly drilled and not slightly angled, as this can cause misalignment.
Have you already used a spirit level or other measuring tools? Also, check whether the rollers rotate freely without resistance.
If you have more details (e.g., model size, slide type), I can offer more targeted assistance.
fidasi schrieb:
A common mistake is the height of the rails relative to the drawer. If they are too low or too high, the drawer won't fit correctly and will appear to "stick out," as you described.Exactly. With Malm drawers, people often underestimate how precise the mounting of the rails needs to be. I also recommend using properly fitting dowels and checking that the drawer is not warped. It’s also worth inspecting whether the drawer catches on one side or if the back panel of the cabinet is straight. Once the drawer slides are properly adjusted, the drawer should close flush.
In addition to the previous tips, I recommend aligning the rails using a long screwdriver or a long spirit level to ensure they are perfectly parallel. It can also help to apply a bit of lubricant to the drawer slides to make them run more smoothly. When tightening the screws, be careful not to rotate the rails, as this often results in misalignment.
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