Hello everyone,
I have a recurring issue with my Malm furniture from IKEA: the screws keep loosening, even when I tighten them very firmly beforehand. I especially notice this with drawers and shelves, where the screws become loose over time, which of course affects the stability.
I am curious about what might be causing this. Is it due to the quality of the screws or perhaps the assembly method? Or are there particular aspects of Malm furniture that cause screws to loosen more easily?
I would appreciate well-founded explanations and tips, including practical experiences or suggestions on how to permanently solve this problem.
I have a recurring issue with my Malm furniture from IKEA: the screws keep loosening, even when I tighten them very firmly beforehand. I especially notice this with drawers and shelves, where the screws become loose over time, which of course affects the stability.
I am curious about what might be causing this. Is it due to the quality of the screws or perhaps the assembly method? Or are there particular aspects of Malm furniture that cause screws to loosen more easily?
I would appreciate well-founded explanations and tips, including practical experiences or suggestions on how to permanently solve this problem.
RENMA schrieb:
Use threadlocker (e.g., medium-strength Loctite) and regularly check that the screws remain tight.Thank you for this professional advice. Do you think all screws in Malm should be treated this way, or only those under higher stress?
Regarding knock-in nuts: Do I really need to use wood glue, even if it makes assembly more difficult? I don’t want the furniture to become impossible to disassemble later.
Hello Taokan,
I’m happy to provide you with a detailed guide on how to securely fasten the screws on your Malm furniture.
1. Threadlocker: It’s best to use a medium-strength threadlocker (e.g., Loctite 243). This keeps the screw firmly in place while still allowing for later removal.
2. Securing barrel nuts: Be careful here. You can apply a small amount of wood glue or D3 adhesive sparingly to the threads before inserting the barrel nut. This increases the connection strength without making disassembly impossible.
3. Assembly: Do not overtighten the screws! The material can crack or tear otherwise.
4. Check-up: After one to two weeks, check the screws and tighten them again if necessary.
Common mistakes include overtightening and not using threadlockers. Following these tips can significantly extend the lifespan of your furniture.
Good luck!
I’m happy to provide you with a detailed guide on how to securely fasten the screws on your Malm furniture.
1. Threadlocker: It’s best to use a medium-strength threadlocker (e.g., Loctite 243). This keeps the screw firmly in place while still allowing for later removal.
2. Securing barrel nuts: Be careful here. You can apply a small amount of wood glue or D3 adhesive sparingly to the threads before inserting the barrel nut. This increases the connection strength without making disassembly impossible.
3. Assembly: Do not overtighten the screws! The material can crack or tear otherwise.
4. Check-up: After one to two weeks, check the screws and tighten them again if necessary.
Common mistakes include overtightening and not using threadlockers. Following these tips can significantly extend the lifespan of your furniture.
Good luck!
Taokan schrieb:
Do I really have to use wood glue without making assembly more difficult?Good question!
The glue is used very sparingly so that it can be undone with some force during the next disassembly. You just need to be careful not to apply too much.
It is especially useful if the insert nut fits loosely or if the material is slightly damaged. In those cases, the glue provides extra stability.
If your furniture is not taken apart often, this is a very practical solution.
Taokan schrieb:
I don’t want the piece of furniture to become impossible to disassemble later.That’s an important point! While glue can strengthen the joint, it also makes disassembly more difficult.
If you plan to take the furniture apart frequently, I recommend using thread-locking compounds alone without adding glue.
For permanently assembled models, small amounts of adhesive can improve durability, especially if the threads are already a bit worn out.
J
jordanvin1 Jan 2022 09:01Happy New Year! 🙂
I just wanted to give a quick update: A few months ago, I treated my Malm table with threadlocker, and since then the screws have held perfectly tight.
Pro tip: If you have time, retighten the screws once during the first week of use. My furniture was brand new when I first tightened it, so the material settles, and retightening adds extra security!
Good luck and don’t get discouraged!
I just wanted to give a quick update: A few months ago, I treated my Malm table with threadlocker, and since then the screws have held perfectly tight.
Pro tip: If you have time, retighten the screws once during the first week of use. My furniture was brand new when I first tightened it, so the material settles, and retightening adds extra security!
Good luck and don’t get discouraged!
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