ᐅ What should I consider when installing Ikea PAX wardrobes in attic rooms?
Created on: 19 Mar 2016 09:12
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Hello everyone, I am planning to install an Ikea PAX wardrobe in my attic and want to consider as many important points as possible beforehand to avoid any issues. My attic has a sloped ceiling with varying heights, and I am unsure how best to adapt or assemble the PAX wardrobe so that it stands securely and makes optimal use of the space. What specific factors should I take into account when installing an Ikea PAX in an attic, especially regarding anchoring, height, distance from the wall, and any slope? Are there common mistakes to avoid or special measures to ensure stability? Thanks in advance for your experiences and tips!
parpeo schrieb:
You can install the hinges with spacers so that the door compensates for the top slope without shortening the door itself.That’s a really good tip, and I’d like to add: If the carpentry work seems too challenging, Ikea sometimes offers ready-made slope elements or corner solutions within the Pax system that make life easier.
And don’t be afraid of assembling it – with proper preparation, it goes smoothly like a walk in the park.
I also think it’s important to pay attention to the correct gap to the slope; otherwise, the doors tend to get stuck quickly.
Regarding stability: Especially in older buildings, sloped ceilings may be covered with drywall panels that are not suitable for wall mounting. Therefore, make sure to check whether there is enough solid supporting structure behind the paneling.
An alternative for challenging wall mounting is to secure the PAX with floor anchors or to install additional support battens on the back panel to distribute the edge load.
Also recommended: Assemble the cabinet not as a single unit, but flush and modular, so you can better adapt and modify individual parts to fit the slope if needed.
An alternative for challenging wall mounting is to secure the PAX with floor anchors or to install additional support battens on the back panel to distribute the edge load.
Also recommended: Assemble the cabinet not as a single unit, but flush and modular, so you can better adapt and modify individual parts to fit the slope if needed.
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