IKEA Expedit shelf (4x4) "raise up"

Hello,

I have an Expedit shelf (4x4) and would like to "raise" it a bit.

To explain: The Expedit shelf only fits in a corner in my apartment due to the living space. Unfortunately, there is a light switch with an outlet installed there. The problem is, the light switch is exactly at the height of one of the horizontal bars. If I could raise the shelf a bit, the switch and outlet would be exactly within one of the squares. That would be an acceptable solution for me.

What would be the best way to achieve this? I know there are casters, but I actually don’t want the shelf to be movable, as I don’t want it to roll away somehow when it’s loaded. According to the internet, the Capita feet aren’t suitable either, since you can’t really screw anything into the shelf due to the material. What other options would I have?

A very simple and inexpensive option would be if you get some nice sand-lime bricks or similar and place them underneath. The stones could also be covered. Of course, it depends on the overall furnishings whether that fits.

Or ask for the same floor in the bargain corner and put the one underneath. But don't try to build feet underneath. Since these are honeycomb panels, you won't get the feet fixed.

Or ask for the same floor in the bargain bin and place the one underneath it.

But don't try to build feet under it. Because these are honeycomb panels, you won't get the feet to hold firmly.

It does work :) I have put all my Expedit units on 16mm Capita feet, so far none of them have fallen off or come loose, which doesn't mean it will always work. But it's worth trying.

Just noticed: The Lillangen base frame comes in different sizes, that could also be a solution.

Best regards
Nordkäppchen

If the furniture feet have a sufficient contact surface, they could also be fixed with assembly adhesive or another good adhesive.

[quote]Or ask for the same flooring in the bargain bin and lay that underneath.

But try not to build feet under it. Since these are honeycomb panels, you won't be able to fix the feet firmly.

But it works :) I have placed all my Expedit units on 16mm Capita feet, so far not a single one has come off or become loose, which doesn't mean it always has to work. But you can give it a try.

Just saw: The Lillangen base frame comes in different sizes, that would also be a solution.

Best regards
Nordkäppchen[/quote]

However, even a one-sided load with a (too) heavy object is enough here and the foot breaks in! ;)
Therefore, I would strongly advise against fastening with screws.