The IKEA Norden folding table is relatively simple, when it comes to product design and forms part of IKEA folding tables range. It is a simple space saving design with two folding leaves, a folding table that seats between two and four people. It can be as small as 32×80,cm when folded, but expands to amazing 150×80,cm, or the more conservative 89×80,cm with only one wing open. Besides the large surface area, the table includes six tall drawers where you can store e.g. napkins or cutlery.

The drawers are a pain to put together, because IKEA saved on screws and used those stupid plastic thingies you’re supposed to hammer into pre-drilled holes. It just doesn’t work too well, they bend, sometimes refuse to go all the way in, etc. You could shop for compatible screws and try to replace them, I used what they gave me and it eventually worked out, but it was by far the most annoying part of the assembly. Flaws Folded Wing Rattling This article lists the problems I had with the table, and my solutions to them. I’ll try to explain the modifications so that anyone could follow, but if you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to ask for details. I’m not sure about the English terminology in some parts, but you should figure it out from the photos. Meet NORDEN Storage & organisation Furniture Textiles Kitchenware & tableware Kitchens Lighting Decoration Rugs, mats & flooring Beds & mattresses Baby & children Smart home Bathroom products Laundry & cleaning Plants & plant pots Home electronics Home improvement Outdoor living Food & beverages Christmas Shop Shop by room The table is fine as is if you want to either use it fully expanded, or fully folded. But if you open just one wing, it tends to rattle. This is because the other leg is angled so it stays above the floor when closed, and because the other wing’s bottom end touches the central part of the table and partly the leg piece. When the construction moves ever so slightly, these two mobile elements bounce against with each other and the table’s body, making annoying noise. See for yourself if you encounter this issue as well.IKEA are internationally famous for delivering modern home furniture with Swedish style decor, at budget prices. They are now found in all corners of the world…it really is amazing how they have worked their way into so many homes. The history of the IKEA Gateleg table… Winter holidays Furniture Storage & organization Beds & mattresses Kitchen & appliances Home textiles Lighting Baby & kids Home décor Kitchenware & tableware Rugs, mats & flooring Bathroom Outdoor Plants & planters Home electronics Pet accessories Home improvement Laundry & cleaning Smart home IKEA Food & Swedish restaurant Home Accessories

Changing the color is one such way. I’m afraid, it takes a little more effort than simply painting it. When the table arrives, it is painted in polyurethane which protects the table from everyday wear. Unfortunately, this cannot simply be painted over.

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The Norden is a great product, but as I mentioned earlier, people tend to find uses for products to meet their specific needs. This is precisely what has happened here…a simple multifunction birch table, that is essentially famous for the sheer number of uses. IKEA’s Norden gateleg table was originally designed and sold as a low-cost flatware table top with legs, that could easily be folded away when not required, taking up little floor space. Obviously, that is a narrow description of how the Norden table is used. Keep some folding chairs to one side for some extra space, for some unexpected dinner guests. The design is not specific to IKEA, in fact, as a dining table, it has been around for centuries. NORDEN is a good choice if you don’t have room for a regular table, or don’t need one all the time, and the extra storage space is always a plus. Assembly

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