ᐅ Why is the front edge of my Billy table extension squeaking?
Created on: 10 Apr 2023 08:23
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Pramishel
Hello everyone,
I have a Billy tabletop extension from Ikea, and I noticed that the front edge squeaks slightly when under load or movement. The noise usually occurs when I gently pull the tabletop forward or slide something on it.
I suspect the squeaking might be caused by wood-on-wood friction or possibly the fasteners, but I’m not sure. It’s probably not the hinges on the sides, since the squeaking clearly comes from the front edge.
Does anyone have an idea what might be causing this? Could it be due to missing lubrication or maybe a slight deformation of the wood?
I would really appreciate any tips on how to specifically fix the problem or at least narrow down the cause. Thanks!
I have a Billy tabletop extension from Ikea, and I noticed that the front edge squeaks slightly when under load or movement. The noise usually occurs when I gently pull the tabletop forward or slide something on it.
I suspect the squeaking might be caused by wood-on-wood friction or possibly the fasteners, but I’m not sure. It’s probably not the hinges on the sides, since the squeaking clearly comes from the front edge.
Does anyone have an idea what might be causing this? Could it be due to missing lubrication or maybe a slight deformation of the wood?
I would really appreciate any tips on how to specifically fix the problem or at least narrow down the cause. Thanks!
Here is a simple guide to systematically eliminate squeaking:
1. Check screws and tighten if necessary.
2. Verify whether the front edge rests evenly or is stuck in one spot.
3. Lightly sand wooden or chipboard strips if edges are rubbing against each other.
4. Treat the surface with furniture wax or beeswax to reduce friction.
Important for step 3: Sand very carefully to avoid damaging the surface. It’s better to apply a few light passes and test in between.
The whole process takes about 30 minutes, after which the squeaking should improve.
1. Check screws and tighten if necessary.
2. Verify whether the front edge rests evenly or is stuck in one spot.
3. Lightly sand wooden or chipboard strips if edges are rubbing against each other.
4. Treat the surface with furniture wax or beeswax to reduce friction.
Important for step 3: Sand very carefully to avoid damaging the surface. It’s better to apply a few light passes and test in between.
The whole process takes about 30 minutes, after which the squeaking should improve.
zarHenning schrieb:
Loose screws are often the cause.I can confirm that. My edge squeaked too, until I discovered that the panel shifted slightly due to loose fastenings.
I understand that can be annoying, especially when it interrupts your work or reading.
Hopefully you can get rid of the squeaking quickly; the tips here are very helpful. 🙂
In summary, you should do the following:
- Check and tighten the screws.
- Inspect the position of the attachment carefully and, if necessary, use felt pads.
- Treat the surface with wax.
Most of the time, the squeaking is caused by one of these issues and can be fixed quickly.
- Check and tighten the screws.
- Inspect the position of the attachment carefully and, if necessary, use felt pads.
- Treat the surface with wax.
Most of the time, the squeaking is caused by one of these issues and can be fixed quickly.
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