ᐅ The Malm nightstand wobbles slightly – when is it worth repairing?
Created on: 27 Oct 2018 14:23
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bella38
Hello everyone,
I have had an Ikea Malm nightstand for a while now, and I’ve noticed it wobbles slightly. The wobbling isn’t severe but is noticeable. Since I’m not sure whether it will get worse over time or if there are simple repair options, I’m wondering: When is it worth repairing a Malm nightstand that wobbles a bit?
I would like to know how to best determine if a repair is worthwhile due to material fatigue, loose screws, or structural damage, or if it might be better to consider replacement right away. The nightstand is about three years old and is mainly used as a bedside table.
Maybe someone has experience with the stability of the Malm series, tips for repairing it, or opinions on when it is more cost-effective and sensible to just buy a new nightstand.
Thanks in advance for your thoughts and advice!
I have had an Ikea Malm nightstand for a while now, and I’ve noticed it wobbles slightly. The wobbling isn’t severe but is noticeable. Since I’m not sure whether it will get worse over time or if there are simple repair options, I’m wondering: When is it worth repairing a Malm nightstand that wobbles a bit?
I would like to know how to best determine if a repair is worthwhile due to material fatigue, loose screws, or structural damage, or if it might be better to consider replacement right away. The nightstand is about three years old and is mainly used as a bedside table.
Maybe someone has experience with the stability of the Malm series, tips for repairing it, or opinions on when it is more cost-effective and sensible to just buy a new nightstand.
Thanks in advance for your thoughts and advice!
Regarding material fatigue: For particleboard furniture like the Malm nightstand, it is advisable not to place excessively heavy objects on one side for extended periods, as this can lead to rapid weakening.
If the surface or edges are already swelling, replacing the furniture is often more sustainable in the long run, since repairs tend to be only temporary in such cases.
If the surface or edges are already swelling, replacing the furniture is often more sustainable in the long run, since repairs tend to be only temporary in such cases.
My conclusion: If you want to try, start by tightening screws, using metal brackets on the inside, and applying threadlocker – these are manageable steps with a big impact!
If after 1-2 repair attempts the wobbling remains or worsens, you can still replace the bedside table.
Good luck with that! 🙂
If after 1-2 repair attempts the wobbling remains or worsens, you can still replace the bedside table.
Good luck with that! 🙂
Update from me: Last night, I loosened all the screws, applied some wood glue to the joints, and then reinserted the screws (carefully, to avoid damaging the chipboard). The most significant improvement came from installing two small metal brackets on the inside, as you recommended.
The wobbling is now almost completely gone, and the piece of furniture is much more stable.
In my opinion, the repair is definitely worth the effort, especially since the nightstand is still in good condition. Thanks again to everyone for the helpful tips!
If any issues come up again, at least I now know better what to do.
The wobbling is now almost completely gone, and the piece of furniture is much more stable.
In my opinion, the repair is definitely worth the effort, especially since the nightstand is still in good condition. Thanks again to everyone for the helpful tips!
If any issues come up again, at least I now know better what to do.
bella38 schrieb:
The wobbling is now almost completely gone, and the piece of furniture stands much more stable.Great to hear! 🙂
A little repair like that somehow makes the furniture feel more personal. You basically saved the Malm nightstand and gave it a new lease on life.
If you want to refurbish several pieces of furniture, try starting with simple tasks like these – it’s fun and easy on the budget!
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