Hello everyone,
I have a question about the IKEA Malm bed. It only creaks in certain spots, not all around the frame. Specifically, the annoying creaking happens only occasionally when I sit or move in particular areas of the bed – sometimes near the headboard, sometimes on the side in the middle.
I assembled the bed myself and all screws are tightened, yet the noise still occurs sporadically, not continuously.
My question is: Why does a Malm bed creak only in some places? Are there common reasons known for these models? And is there a specific method to fix it without having to take the whole bed apart?
Thanks in advance for your insights and experiences!
I have a question about the IKEA Malm bed. It only creaks in certain spots, not all around the frame. Specifically, the annoying creaking happens only occasionally when I sit or move in particular areas of the bed – sometimes near the headboard, sometimes on the side in the middle.
I assembled the bed myself and all screws are tightened, yet the noise still occurs sporadically, not continuously.
My question is: Why does a Malm bed creak only in some places? Are there common reasons known for these models? And is there a specific method to fix it without having to take the whole bed apart?
Thanks in advance for your insights and experiences!
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barEsperan30 Jan 2021 14:37Sometimes it really is just a loose screw in the slatted frame. If it’s not tightened properly, it causes a localized creaking noise.
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JAMESONB4130 Jan 2021 15:51Simple maintenance helps: tighten screws, check the slatted bed base, and clean all wooden surfaces. This solves most problems.
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Glaarkadi31 Jan 2021 06:48barEsperan schrieb:
Sometimes it really is just a loose screw in the slatted frame.That’s exactly what I overlooked! After tightening it twice, I also find that the squeaking has significantly decreased. Thanks!
One question remains – as the bed gets older, does the moisture environment contribute to squeaking appearing in other places? In other words, should this be checked routinely every few months?
Yes, with wood-based materials such as MDF or particleboard, moisture absorption changes throughout the seasons. This can lead to slight dimensional changes that may loosen or cause friction in the joints. Therefore, it is advisable to regularly check screws and connections, for example every 6 months, especially in more humid rooms.
Glaarkadi schrieb:
as the frame ages, it affects the moisture environmentCorrect. Think of the frame almost like a living organism that slightly moves with air and moisture. Invest in a good torque screwdriver system, so you can tighten screws precisely without causing damage. This significantly reduces squeaking over time.
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