How to build cube unit in wardrobe?

Agent86

I am, as will become obvious, not very handy.

I purchased and built an Ikea Kallax (4x4) shelving unit to go inside an existing built in wardrobe for my modest Lego collection.

I measured the "interior" space of the BIR, while overlooking the small return / edge for the BIR's sliding doors.

Due to the return / edge, I can't just remove the sliding doors and slide the Kallax into place as planned.

But, I do like how it looks and apart from the significant construction issue, it looks great and is fit for purpose.

Does anyone have any ideas for securing the left hand side of the Kallax once it's inside the BIR space? I was thinking perhaps shorter timber dowels to help with the internal shelves and then corner brackets / flat angle brackets to secure the main side panel?

It doesn't need to be super secure as it's only for lightweight Lego.

Can anyone help me to rectify my foolish mistake?

MitchellMc

Hi @Agent86,

There appear to be a couple of issues going on. The first thing you might be aware of is that the shelves on the left side compartment are sitting on top of the pegs for the divider instead of the pegs inserted into them. I see you've got the pegs into the side panel though. It's best to fix this problem first. I'm guessing there is not enough width to get the pegs in. Have you tried jacking the whole unit up above the internal ledge on the right-hand side and shifting it to the right? This will give you a bit more room on the left, and hopefully, you can get the shelf pegs located properly.

Once the pegs are in place the unit can be dropped back down into position. Given the tight fitting location, I see no reason why you couldn't use small angle brackets to secure the side panel to the top and bottom panels.

Please let me know if you have any questions.

Mitchell