What is the difference between Kallax and Expedit?

What is the difference between Kallax and Expedit?

The Kallax is nearly identical to the Expedit – it will maintain the same internal dimensions and use the same internal fittings. There’s just one major difference: the wood that makes up the outer edge of the design is going to be slimmed down.

Can Kallax be used as a room divider?

Whatever your needs, the simple, clean design of the IKEA KALLAX series will keep you organized. You can stack them up, mount it on the wall or use it as a room divider. Display your treasures or hide your clutter.

Why did IKEA change Expedit to Kallax?

The key difference between Expedit and Kallax seems to be that the outer boards of Kallax shelves are slightly thinner and Ikea claim that the reason for this was to make their furniture more sustainable.

When did IKEA stop Expedit?

IKEA will sell EXPEDIT shelves until they’re all gone, it confirmed, and the KALLAX will hit stores on April 1st. “I think our customers may be worried that they won’t have the wonderful function and flexibility that they had with EXPEDIT, but this is not the case,” said Simonsen.

How do you stabilize a freestanding bookshelf?

Drill a hole for each foot in the underside of one of the legs and tap in the foot, using a hammer. Right the bookshelf and put it back into position. Raise or lower each foot until the bookcase stops wobbling. Raise the feet by turning them clockwise; lower them by turning them counterclockwise.

How do you secure a free standing bookcase?

Place silly putty, velcro, or surfboard wax under breakables, to keep them from falling off shelves. Add a thin strip of wood as an additional barrier.

Is kallax double sided?

IKEA Kallax Shelving Unit – Double sided bookcases or bookshelves.

Is KALLAX same size as Expedit?

The 2×2 Kallax is 77cm, which is a whole 5mm taller than the equivalent EXPEDIT. That is half a centimetre of wasted space.