ᐅ My KALLAX always stays in the airflow after opening the window – any tips?
Created on: 20 Aug 2015 08:17
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Eikeon
Hello everyone, I am facing a somewhat unusual issue with my KALLAX shelf from IKEA. Whenever I feel a draft in my apartment with the window open, my KALLAX shelf doesn’t seem completely stable and moves slightly toward the direction of the airflow. It is a fairly large shelf that has not caused any problems so far, but this issue mainly occurs when I open the window wide and the wind noticeably flows through the apartment. I have already checked that the floor is level and that the shelf is assembled correctly – everything seems fine. Does anyone have tips or experiences on how to prevent my KALLAX shelf from repeatedly “standing in the draft” or shifting when ventilating with open windows? Thanks in advance!
EDWARD0 schrieb:
If possible, use wall mounting.That sums it up well. I had a similar issue and was worried it might be due to the structure – in the end, the lightweight shelf was simply on a smooth floor. I installed wall brackets and also attached felt pads to the feet. The combination completely solved the problem.
I understand it can be frustrating when a shelf keeps moving due to drafts, especially if you store valuable or unstable items in it. A simple and secure fixing is definitely the best solution.
Eikeon schrieb:
Does anyone have tips or experience on how to prevent my KALLAX shelf from constantly “sticking” or shifting in the draft when airing out through open windows?Hello, as mentioned several times, a simple and secure wall mounting is the best way to prevent your shelf from moving or tipping over.
Another tip: If your floor is very smooth, place rubber pads or non-slip mats under the feet – this increases friction between the shelf and the floor and reduces movement.
Additionally, you can check if the shelf stands more securely when properly loaded (heavy items at the bottom). This often helps to shift the weight downwards and improve stability.
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