ᐅ Which spare parts are commonly needed for IKEA Hemnes furniture?

Created on: 18 Dec 2019 21:17
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Billmo
Hello everyone, I have a rather specific question for the community: Which spare parts are commonly needed or frequently reordered for IKEA Hemnes furniture? I have owned several Hemnes pieces for a few years, including dressers and nightstands, and I’ve noticed that some components, such as drawer slides or screws, tend to become somewhat vulnerable over time. I’m interested not only in typical defects but also whether certain Hemnes models regularly require specific replacement parts—whether due to wear, assembly issues, or similar reasons. It would also be helpful to know if IKEA readily supplies these parts as replacements or if the exchange process can be complicated. Thanks for your insights and experiences!
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RYANLA42
19 Dec 2019 16:37
Genevieve schrieb:
I wonder if there are any studies or user statistics showing which parts of the Hemnes are most often subject to complaints?

As far as I know, IKEA does not publicly release such statistics internally. Practical experience from forums is therefore usually the best source. From my own experience, dresser drawer runners, hinges, and individual screws are the most common replacement parts.
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GLALEO
19 Dec 2019 19:22
Wow, I think it’s great that so many details are coming together here!

In my experience, Hemnes furniture tends to break quite easily without much effort—especially the drawer rollers! That can be really annoying, but the great thing is that IKEA usually has suitable replacement parts available, and fortunately, they’re not expensive! So, if you ever lose a part, don’t despair—just ask, and often you can get the parts without any hassle!

Don’t be afraid; it usually works out! And remember: replacing a small spare part significantly extends the product’s lifespan, so the effort is definitely worth it!
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RAGUGI
19 Dec 2019 20:41
In my experience, it was mostly the drawer slides that I had to replace. The other parts, such as screws or handles, held up relatively well. If anyone wants to know exactly how to replace the slides on Hemnes dressers, I can gladly write a brief guide.