ᐅ Why does the MALM bed creak around the slatted bed base area?

Created on: 10 Jan 2021 18:43

Hello everyone,

I have had a Malm bed from IKEA for some time now, and I’ve noticed that the area around the slatted frame (lattenrost) squeaks quite a bit whenever I move. The noises seem to come directly from the individual slats or their support points. I’m particularly interested in why this part is so prone to squeaking and what the typical causes are. Has anyone had experience with how to fix this squeaking permanently without having to replace entire parts? Are there any special techniques or tools that might help to get the bed quiet again? I would appreciate a detailed explanation or practical advice so that I can better understand and solve the problem. Thanks in advance!

Eleanor11 Jan 2021 14:08

Alternatively, you can apply a small amount of wood glue at the joints to reduce play.

But be careful: don’t use too much, or it will become too stiff and the slats could break.

kinsi11 Jan 2021 15:22

What also helped me: completely loosen the screws on the slatted frame and then carefully retighten them. This often relieves tension that causes squeaking noises.

leguson11 Jan 2021 19:37

If noises still occur after installing the felt, I recommend removing the entire slatted frame from the bed and checking each slat individually. Often, only one slat is positioned incorrectly or has damage that causes the squeaking.

lomin12 Jan 2021 09:50

#10

Keep in mind the exact placement of the battens – sometimes it’s enough to simply slightly adjust the frame to find the right position. It’s surprising how small shifts can sometimes have a big impact on noise.

Also, best regards to all bed users with a similar issue! 🙂

ᐅ Why does the MALM bed creak around the slatted bed base area?

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