ᐅ What experiences have you had with Ikea Pax wardrobes on uneven or unstable flooring?
Created on: 1 Jun 2024 08:47
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pietu35
Hello everyone, I am currently planning to get an Ikea Pax wardrobe but I’m facing an issue that some of you might be able to help me with: What experience do you have with the Ikea Pax system on uneven floors?
My floor is not completely level; it has slight irregularities and in some spots it feels a bit soft—I assume there is an older wooden substructure underneath that is no longer fully stable. I am particularly interested in how the stability and durability of the wardrobe behave on such a surface.
Do you have any tips for preparing the floor to avoid damage or excessive tilting? Or perhaps your own solutions you have used to stabilize something like this? I would appreciate any kind of experience or advice—especially if someone has already combined the Pax wardrobe with this kind of issue.
My floor is not completely level; it has slight irregularities and in some spots it feels a bit soft—I assume there is an older wooden substructure underneath that is no longer fully stable. I am particularly interested in how the stability and durability of the wardrobe behave on such a surface.
Do you have any tips for preparing the floor to avoid damage or excessive tilting? Or perhaps your own solutions you have used to stabilize something like this? I would appreciate any kind of experience or advice—especially if someone has already combined the Pax wardrobe with this kind of issue.
I understand that the idea of an unstable floor under a heavy piece of furniture like the Pax can be unsettling. I felt the same way when I was assembling my wardrobe. In the end, I chose an OSB board and reinforced it over a few seemingly softer spots with additional layers.
This significantly reduced the wobbling concern, and now everything feels very stable. My floor wasn’t too bad to begin with, but having that extra security simply brings peace of mind.
By the way, if it helps to reassure you: even after two years, I haven’t noticed any deformation. Maybe this gives you some confidence for your assembly?
This significantly reduced the wobbling concern, and now everything feels very stable. My floor wasn’t too bad to begin with, but having that extra security simply brings peace of mind.
By the way, if it helps to reassure you: even after two years, I haven’t noticed any deformation. Maybe this gives you some confidence for your assembly?
koduga schrieb:
I can understand that the idea of an unstable floor beneath a heavy piece of furniture like the Pax can be concerning.I can only confirm that – sometimes a handful of wooden boards and the necessary effort are exactly the investment worth making to avoid having your favorite wardrobe wobble.
With the right support, a wardrobe like this feels almost like it’s standing on a soft carpet rather than on a floor with imperfections. And honestly: who wants the doors to start sticking just because the floor isn’t cooperating?
I also added felt pads underneath mine; they protect the floor and make it easy to slide the wardrobe when cleaning.
pietu35 schrieb:
My floor is not completely even; it has slight irregularities and feels somewhat soft in some areas.What type of floor construction is it exactly? Usually, “soft” spots indicate a timber joist floor with an uneven subfloor – you should already know this to get the right help.
Another point: How large is the wardrobe planned to be? Larger wardrobes with multiple sections require a continuously stable base; otherwise, loads will be distributed unevenly.
Have you considered reinforcing the area under the wardrobe before installation with plywood, as this helps to distribute loads better? The panels should be at least 15 mm (0.6 inches) thick and acid-free to ensure long-term durability.
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