Hello everyone, recently I've been experiencing a strange issue with my IKEA Malm dresser: the drawers keep opening on their own without anyone touching them. I have checked several times to make sure the drawers are properly closed and also inspected the drawer slides for any damage or misalignment – everything seems fine. I’m curious about what might cause the drawers to open by themselves. Could it be a design flaw, a problem with the hardware, or perhaps something related to physical conditions like air pressure, temperature, or humidity? If anyone has practical experience or suggestions for solutions, I would appreciate any help.
Good morning, it’s me again. This morning I experimented with a few small adjustments: I moved the dresser slightly away from the window and positioned the feet in a more complex arrangement for better stability. I also glued foam rubber under the edges where the drawers rest. Results: The number of unintentionally open drawers has decreased significantly. Additionally, I followed a tip from another forum to avoid filling the drawers completely – apparently, weight also helps prevent them from opening on their own. I hope this is helpful to others here as well. Thanks for your contributions!
SAUBAR schrieb:
Then foam rubber was glued under the edges where the drawers rest. Very good idea, that creates additional friction and prevents the drawers from opening so easily. Also, relocating away from windows and drafts is important. It’s great that you found a practical solution.Similar topics