Hello everyone, I have an issue with my Billy shelves from IKEA: some of the cabinet doors stick so much that they are very difficult to open or close. The doors don’t always sit properly within the frame, and sometimes they catch on the hinges or the back panel. I have checked the shelving unit several times but haven’t really found the root cause of the sticking. The shelves are standing on a level floor, and I have tightened the screws on the hinges. What can be done to ensure the doors operate smoothly again in the long term? Are there any known tips or tricks for resolving these kinds of problems with Billy shelves? I would appreciate advice, especially regarding adjustment options and possibly materials that can reduce friction.
Thank you for all the helpful responses so far! The tip about adjusting the hinges systematically sounds very promising.
To add some information: I have noticed that some doors slightly rub against the front edge of the shelf board at the bottom when I close them. The shelf is actually standing on a fairly level floor. I haven’t checked this with a spirit level yet, but I plan to do so after the weekend.
That seems like an important observation. Now I’m wondering if there is a recommended order for adjustment—should the vertical position be adjusted first, then the horizontal, or the other way around? Does anyone have experience with this? Also, how much can the screws be loosened without damaging the hinges?
I’m looking forward to more tips, also regarding materials or tricks to apply to the hinges if you don’t have a specialized oil on hand.
To add some information: I have noticed that some doors slightly rub against the front edge of the shelf board at the bottom when I close them. The shelf is actually standing on a fairly level floor. I haven’t checked this with a spirit level yet, but I plan to do so after the weekend.
elgla schrieb:
small loosening over time leads to jamming
That seems like an important observation. Now I’m wondering if there is a recommended order for adjustment—should the vertical position be adjusted first, then the horizontal, or the other way around? Does anyone have experience with this? Also, how much can the screws be loosened without damaging the hinges?
I’m looking forward to more tips, also regarding materials or tricks to apply to the hinges if you don’t have a specialized oil on hand.
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