Do IKEA Metod fronts fit Faktum?
If you're planning to update your kitchen, it's crucial to know which IKEA system your cabinets are based on. A common question is: will IKEA Metod fronts fit Faktum? The short answer is: no, they don't.
In this article, we explain why this is so and how to identify, step by step, which system you have in your kitchen.
Why are the Metod and Faktum fronts not compatible?
The Metod (introduced in 2013) and Faktum (sold between 2000 and 2013) systems differ in design. This means that:
- have different dimensions of bodies and fronts,
- mounting holes are arranged differently,
- they use different hinges and mounting mechanisms.
Therefore, fronts that fit Methods will not fit Faktum – and vice versa.
How to check if you have a Metod or Faktum kitchen?
Use the guide below. All it takes is a measuring tape and a moment of attention to determine which system your building is based on.
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Height of the plinth
Method: 8 cm
Factum: 16 cm
This is the fastest way to recognize the system. -
Body height
Methods – heights: 400, 600, 800, 1000, 1400, 2000, 2200 mm
Faktum – heights: 348, 572, 700, 924, 1248, 1948, 2172 mm
The method is based on full hundreds, the Faktum has irregular heights. -
Body width
Methods: 200, 300, 400, 600, 800 mm
Faktum: 198, 298, 398, 498, 598, 798 mm
Faktum is always 2 mm narrower than the nearest "hundred". -
Mounting holes
Method: 2 rows of holes, the first at a distance of 17 mm from the edge
Faktum: 1 row of holes, the first at a distance of 25 mm from the edge -
Drawers – quantity and color
Method: up to 8 drawers, white sides
Faktum: up to 5 drawers, silver/gray sides
Summary: How to recognize Method and Fact?
| Characteristic | Methods | Facts |
| Plinth | 80 mm | 160 mm |
| Body height | full hundreds (mm) |
irregular values
|
| Body width | 200, 300, 400, 600, 800 |
198, 298, 398, 598, 798
|
| Holes | 2 rows, 17 mm | 1 row, 25 mm |
| Drawers | up to 8 drawers, white sides |
up to 5 drawers, silver sides
|
Can I order fronts for Faktum?
Yes – our store offers fronts designed for both Metod and Faktum. By choosing the right system, you can be sure that the fronts will fit perfectly.
What if I still don't know which system I have?
If you still have questions after taking measurements, please contact us. Send us photos of the cabinet interior, a view of the plinth, and approximate dimensions – and we'll help you determine whether you have an IKEA Metod or Faktum kitchen.
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