ᐅ Malm nightstand plastic feet often break – what alternatives are available?
Created on: 14 Feb 2015 09:37
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Pezar64
Hello everyone,
I have a problem with the plastic feet of my IKEA Malm nightstand breaking quite quickly. They don’t seem to be designed to support the weight and stress properly, which is a bit disappointing since I actually like the model a lot. Plastic isn’t always a bad choice, but in this case, an alternative might make more sense.
Does anyone have experience with more durable alternatives to the standard plastic feet? Are there replacement parts made of metal or wood that fit well and are genuinely longer lasting? I’m specifically looking for something easy to install that simply replaces the original foot without having to rebuild the entire nightstand or compromising its style.
I’d appreciate any recommendations or tips because the breaking plastic feet are really frustrating, especially when you need to move the nightstand often.
Best regards!
I have a problem with the plastic feet of my IKEA Malm nightstand breaking quite quickly. They don’t seem to be designed to support the weight and stress properly, which is a bit disappointing since I actually like the model a lot. Plastic isn’t always a bad choice, but in this case, an alternative might make more sense.
Does anyone have experience with more durable alternatives to the standard plastic feet? Are there replacement parts made of metal or wood that fit well and are genuinely longer lasting? I’m specifically looking for something easy to install that simply replaces the original foot without having to rebuild the entire nightstand or compromising its style.
I’d appreciate any recommendations or tips because the breaking plastic feet are really frustrating, especially when you need to move the nightstand often.
Best regards!
If you want to replace the plastic feet with something more durable, I recommend the following steps:
1. Measure precisely, including the distances between the mounting holes.
2. Look for metal or solid wood furniture glides or feet at specialty stores that have the same attachment points.
3. Pay attention to the screw size and length to avoid damaging the furniture.
4. Check the drill holes before installation and, if necessary, make slight adjustments.
Additionally, you can place felt pads or rubber underneath the feet to reduce stress caused by movement. This helps prevent excessive point load, which often leads to the plastic feet breaking.
If replacement parts from IKEA are not available, it’s also worth checking online forums or Etsy, where handcrafted solutions are sometimes offered.
1. Measure precisely, including the distances between the mounting holes.
2. Look for metal or solid wood furniture glides or feet at specialty stores that have the same attachment points.
3. Pay attention to the screw size and length to avoid damaging the furniture.
4. Check the drill holes before installation and, if necessary, make slight adjustments.
Additionally, you can place felt pads or rubber underneath the feet to reduce stress caused by movement. This helps prevent excessive point load, which often leads to the plastic feet breaking.
If replacement parts from IKEA are not available, it’s also worth checking online forums or Etsy, where handcrafted solutions are sometimes offered.
I really like how many different options have been shared here! 🙂 I chose sturdy wooden feet and didn’t have to drill or screw anything – just placed them under the existing plastic feet. This totally upgraded my bedside table and my fear of it breaking is gone! If you’re handy, you can really do a lot yourself. So don’t give up, there are great DIY alternatives! 🙂
NUGRANT schrieb:
decided on sturdy wooden feet and didn’t have to drill or screw anythingBut how reliable is that really? Simply placing something underneath can hardly ensure lasting stability, especially if the nightstand is moved frequently.
harold schrieb:
Pay attention to the screw size and lengthI think that’s extremely important. People often underestimate how much damage the wrong screw can cause to furniture. Also: What about the wood type for replacement feet? Does it visually match the Malm and does it avoid warping under load? I’m sure some would appreciate more detailed information here.
Despite everything: Replacing the plastic feet makes sense, but the alternatives must be stable and functional; otherwise, the effort outweighs the benefit.
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