ᐅ What DIY reinforcements are available for IKEA BESTA shelves?
Created on: 13 Jul 2020 08:23
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Hello everyone, I am currently planning to modify my IKEA Besta cabinets and have one main question: What DIY reinforcements for the shelves of the BESTA series have you tried or can you recommend?
I am interested in sturdy solutions that are relatively easy to implement and help increase the load capacity of the shelves, as I plan to store heavy items on them. Specifically, this concerns the individual particleboard shelves, which are known to have limited load-bearing capacity.
Maybe someone has tips on additional bracing, materials, or even custom builds that work well? Thanks in advance!
I am interested in sturdy solutions that are relatively easy to implement and help increase the load capacity of the shelves, as I plan to store heavy items on them. Specifically, this concerns the individual particleboard shelves, which are known to have limited load-bearing capacity.
Maybe someone has tips on additional bracing, materials, or even custom builds that work well? Thanks in advance!
Rashadmeo schrieb:
Hey, I had exactly the same problem! My solution was to glue small wooden blocks under the floors and then secure them from below with a second board. That provides real stability! Give it a try, it’s a lot of fun!That is indeed a very good idea because it optimally distributes the load. However, make sure that the glued joints are strong and that the blocks are well positioned so they don’t slip.
Additionally, I recommend not to overlook the screws for bending stiffness; combined, this provides the best stability.
What is often underestimated: The choice of screws and anchors is important! Some screws are too short or too thin, which hardly provides any stabilization.
My tip: Use screws with a Phillips head, 4 mm diameter and at least 30-40 mm (1.2-1.6 inches) in length when attaching moldings under the floors. Also, don’t forget to pre-drill, as this prevents cracking.
Additionally, you can use wood glue at the contact points to make the connection even more durable.
My tip: Use screws with a Phillips head, 4 mm diameter and at least 30-40 mm (1.2-1.6 inches) in length when attaching moldings under the floors. Also, don’t forget to pre-drill, as this prevents cracking.
Additionally, you can use wood glue at the contact points to make the connection even more durable.
Guyju schrieb:
- Drill these battens into the underside of the chipboard floors, preferably centered and lengthwise, to reduce sagging.Thank you very much for this detailed description! I have one more question: How can I prevent the screw heads or battens from affecting the surface appearance of the floors? I would like reinforcements that are as invisible or at least unobtrusive as possible. Does anyone have ideas or experience with this?
And another question: How durable are these reinforcements over several years? Does the floor still warp or deform under load despite the reinforcement?
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