ᐅ What can help if soft-close drawers get stuck?

Created on: 21 Jan 2021 08:37
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henny52
Hello everyone, I recently noticed that some of my Malm drawers from Ikea stick and are difficult to open despite a lot of effort. This is especially frustrating because the drawers usually operate very smoothly. I suspect that the runners or the mechanics might not be working optimally anymore, but I’m not sure what exactly is causing the problem or what the best solution might be. Does anyone have experience or tips on how to effectively deal with sticking Malm drawers, which potential issues I should check, and what simple measures could help? Thanks in advance!
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henny52
22 Jan 2021 09:18
KUDAISY schrieb:
If you want, I can create a checklist for you so you can proceed systematically.

That would be great, thank you! I want to approach this topic as methodically as possible because I don’t want to risk any experiments that might make the problem worse.
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Germanro
22 Jan 2021 09:35
Checklist sounds good. Additionally: If the drawer still sticks after cleaning and lubrication, the wood may have slightly swollen, for example due to moisture. In that case, sanding the areas that rub against the furniture frame often helps.