Hello everyone,
I have a somewhat specific question: Why do Ikea Malm nightstands tend to become wobbly quite quickly? I own two of these tables and notice that despite seemingly correct assembly and normal use, they keep loosening and wobbling. I’m interested in whether this is due to the furniture design or materials, or if it’s more related to the way they are assembled. I would appreciate it if anyone with solid knowledge or experience could share their insights!
Thanks in advance.
I have a somewhat specific question: Why do Ikea Malm nightstands tend to become wobbly quite quickly? I own two of these tables and notice that despite seemingly correct assembly and normal use, they keep loosening and wobbling. I’m interested in whether this is due to the furniture design or materials, or if it’s more related to the way they are assembled. I would appreciate it if anyone with solid knowledge or experience could share their insights!
Thanks in advance.
Hello brigitte,
Malms are known for their simple construction made from particleboard with a foil coating. The design is minimalistic and stable when properly weighted, but the material is quite soft and vulnerable to stress at the joints. Frequent opening of the drawers or movement can cause the connections to loosen over time. Another issue is that the screws are often not fully tightened during assembly or the material is not seated evenly.
It helps to retighten the screws after a few weeks and, if necessary, place small pads under the feet if the floor is uneven. Regular checks also prevent wobbling.
Malms are known for their simple construction made from particleboard with a foil coating. The design is minimalistic and stable when properly weighted, but the material is quite soft and vulnerable to stress at the joints. Frequent opening of the drawers or movement can cause the connections to loosen over time. Another issue is that the screws are often not fully tightened during assembly or the material is not seated evenly.
It helps to retighten the screws after a few weeks and, if necessary, place small pads under the feet if the floor is uneven. Regular checks also prevent wobbling.
An important aspect is the quality of the materials. Many Malm nightstands are made from MDF or particleboard, which can start to deform under stress – this promotes the loosening of screw connections.
The fasteners used, such as plastic dowels or simple metal screws, often do not provide long-term stability under frequent mechanical load. Retrofitting with metal brackets or stronger screws can help.
Additionally, the tension during assembly is crucial: if the screws are tightened too much, the material can crack; if too loose, it will wobble.
The fasteners used, such as plastic dowels or simple metal screws, often do not provide long-term stability under frequent mechanical load. Retrofitting with metal brackets or stronger screws can help.
Additionally, the tension during assembly is crucial: if the screws are tightened too much, the material can crack; if too loose, it will wobble.
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