Dear Ikea enthusiasts,
I had the above worktop custom made and happily installed it two weeks ago in my 2005 kitchen. So far, everything seems fine and it looks very good. However, yesterday I noticed that water has gotten between the aluminum edge strip – which is the expensive part – and the worktop, causing the surface to swell. Unfortunately, I found this problem in several spots; when you run your finger over it, the surface feels uneven and it’s visible in the light.
In shock, I went to Ikea and they assured me they would replace it without any issues – they said it’s a quality problem with the custom manufacturing. Now I’m unsure whether I want to take the risk again with the solid aluminum edge or opt for the cheaper glued plastic imitation. I don’t want to face the same problem again in a few weeks...
Has anyone had a solid aluminum edge in use for a longer time?
Could they have forgotten to apply adhesive in my case? Surely, it’s not just pressed on with a tongue and groove joint, right?
Thanks in advance, best regards, Roman
I had the above worktop custom made and happily installed it two weeks ago in my 2005 kitchen. So far, everything seems fine and it looks very good. However, yesterday I noticed that water has gotten between the aluminum edge strip – which is the expensive part – and the worktop, causing the surface to swell. Unfortunately, I found this problem in several spots; when you run your finger over it, the surface feels uneven and it’s visible in the light.
In shock, I went to Ikea and they assured me they would replace it without any issues – they said it’s a quality problem with the custom manufacturing. Now I’m unsure whether I want to take the risk again with the solid aluminum edge or opt for the cheaper glued plastic imitation. I don’t want to face the same problem again in a few weeks...
Has anyone had a solid aluminum edge in use for a longer time?
Could they have forgotten to apply adhesive in my case? Surely, it’s not just pressed on with a tongue and groove joint, right?
Thanks in advance, best regards, Roman
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Nayla_10686 Apr 2013 22:59Hi,
Is the complaint already being processed? Because in that case, you might end up with the same countertop again.
Basically, I’m not a fan of these applied edges, whether made of plastic or aluminum, it doesn’t matter. They are always joined to the countertop along a cut, and no matter how much adhesive is used, they will eventually swell if exposed to a lot of water. If you have the option to choose, go for the standard rounded edge. This edge isn’t cut off in the front but extends all the way underneath. That way, no water can get in, and you won’t have another complaint soon.
Best regards
Nayla_1068
Is the complaint already being processed? Because in that case, you might end up with the same countertop again.
Basically, I’m not a fan of these applied edges, whether made of plastic or aluminum, it doesn’t matter. They are always joined to the countertop along a cut, and no matter how much adhesive is used, they will eventually swell if exposed to a lot of water. If you have the option to choose, go for the standard rounded edge. This edge isn’t cut off in the front but extends all the way underneath. That way, no water can get in, and you won’t have another complaint soon.
Best regards
Nayla_1068
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zetterberg8 Apr 2013 09:22It is just a manufacturing defect, not nice but a processing error, so you should be able to get a replacement panel without any problems.
Basically, the aluminum edge is harmless; friends have had one like that since 2006.
You also cut out sections for the sink and cooktop in the panel—if these are not properly sealed, the same issue can occur, so no need to worry.
Basically, the aluminum edge is harmless; friends have had one like that since 2006.
You also cut out sections for the sink and cooktop in the panel—if these are not properly sealed, the same issue can occur, so no need to worry.
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