ᐅ Retrofitting KALLAX Door Inserts – Is It Better to Use Original Parts or Build Your Own?
Created on: 29 Apr 2022 20:47
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Hello everyone, I am currently considering whether it is worth retrofitting original door inserts from IKEA for my KALLAX shelving unit or if it would be better to build them myself. My main concerns are the fit, the appearance, and, of course, the durability of the doors under normal use.
The original door modules are well-made but quite expensive, and sometimes I can’t find the right color or material option. On the other hand, building your own doors offers a lot of flexibility but requires time, craftsmanship skills, and precision can be challenging.
Which approach would you choose, and what are your experiences? I am especially interested in how well self-made doors hold up in terms of fit and durability, particularly if you’re not an experienced DIYer.
Thanks for your opinions and tips!
The original door modules are well-made but quite expensive, and sometimes I can’t find the right color or material option. On the other hand, building your own doors offers a lot of flexibility but requires time, craftsmanship skills, and precision can be challenging.
Which approach would you choose, and what are your experiences? I am especially interested in how well self-made doors hold up in terms of fit and durability, particularly if you’re not an experienced DIYer.
Thanks for your opinions and tips!
chenValeri schrieb:
What type of hinges did you use? Are the original IKEA hinges compatible with self-made doors?The original IKEA hinges are usually cup hinges with a 35mm (1.38 inch) hole. As long as you adjust the door panel to the appropriate thickness (about 15–18mm (0.6–0.7 inch)) and make a precise hole using the correct hinge boring bit, they fit well even on DIY doors.
It is important to use a drilling template; otherwise, the hinge might be misaligned and the door may not close properly.
If you use thinner materials, there are also compatible hinges with smaller mounting cups, but IKEA typically uses 15mm (0.6 inch) thickness as the standard.
I’m happy to help with any questions about the exact installation!
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