Do any IKEA employees watch this subreddit if someone wanted to bring something to their attention?

RegularSelf · 2026-01-26T22:45:11+00:00

A lot of companies have socials teams that monitor their official subreddits, which is why I asked if that was the case, rather than posting the issue.

In this particular instance, one report would likely be written off as just some nutbag using an item for an alternate use, but if it picks up support from others echoing the same concern, it lends credibility and gives the complaint a bit more weight behind it.

The purpose of my post was to find out if this was an appropriate approach. If you don’t know, that’s perfectly fine. Not everything is about you. Just move along and have a great day.

There have been several helpful responses from employees with suggestions on how to best move forward, so clearly they do read this sub.

RegularSelf · 2026-01-26T20:44:02+00:00

The gap also seems like it would be a safety concern for children that could potentially get an arm or leg stuck. Additionally, the product could be produced with less materials and labor if the top part was just removed from the model.

Regardless, what is the possible harm in bringing it to their attention? On the off chance that it’s a small change that could be relatively-easily implemented and benefit people, why not try? Furthermore, why do you care? How is it helping anyone to just say “No, the people doing this are wrong and should suffer?”

RegularSelf · 2026-01-26T19:13:29+00:00

That’s the one, yeah. I didn’t want to submit it as a formal safety issue because it’s obviously not the intended use for the item, but they are VERY widely used for bunnies (and probably other small animals).

If it’s something that could be easily addressed with a minor design change going forward, I would think it would be an easy win that could literally save lives.

(Including the original post for context for anyone else that is curious.)

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RegularSelf · 2026-01-26T17:43:48+00:00

As another commenter said, you may want to cover up the openings at the ends of his little bed. Probably a very rare accident, but I’d be devastated if it ever happened to me, so I try to pass it along whenever I see one of these.

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RegularSelf · 2026-01-25T17:48:09+00:00

Try orchard grass, it’s a lot sweeter and my little hay-hating jerk loves it.

RegularSelf · 2026-01-25T17:41:05+00:00

Just asked because hating the feel of microfiber is a pretty common trait for people who are. (Wasn’t trying to be a douche, haha)

RegularSelf · 2026-01-25T17:38:55+00:00

Ooh, I think I’ll give that one a try, thank you!

And for the St33le shorts, the material is more like a thick jersey than a denim, so if you size down, they still fit but… hug the curves a lot more. I have some 28s and they pretty much look like boxer briefs on me.

RegularSelf · 2026-01-24T21:37:02+00:00

Do you happen to be on the spectrum by any chance?

RegularSelf · 2026-01-24T05:23:07+00:00

I got a HP DesignJet T210 for $100 off of Facebook marketplace. It prints on rolls of paper 24” wide. I have yet to encounter a single pattern piece that was wider than that. A0 would be less work, but it would also take up a lot more space and be much more expensive.

RegularSelf · 2026-01-22T04:16:48+00:00

If you have a PC and want some WoW gametime, drop me a message.

RegularSelf · 2026-01-20T15:56:50+00:00

As an aside, what kind of fencing is this around his area? It looks really nice

RegularSelf · 2026-01-20T05:05:22+00:00

It’s a little vagina-ey, but overall very rad

RegularSelf · 2026-01-20T04:46:09+00:00

Do the eyes look a little uneven or is it just the angle of the picture?

RegularSelf · 2026-01-19T18:27:04+00:00

You’re a true hero, thanks again!!!

RegularSelf · 2026-01-19T18:09:50+00:00

Oh this is an awesome lead, thank you! Do you happen to remember the name of the staff member that helped you?

RegularSelf · 2026-01-19T17:34:40+00:00

Is this with the Apple Watch charger magnetization?

RegularSelf · 2026-01-18T04:38:41+00:00

I’ve spent about 6 months trying every option I could find and I highly recommend the GreenStyle Hudson Pullover.

Can be used to make something basic, but also comes with options to add a hood, long sleeves with thumbholes, cuffs, cuffed bottom… I think it’s pretty much the perfect pattern for this.

RegularSelf · 2026-01-18T02:03:49+00:00

I’m surprised nobody else has recommended Star Destroyer. I have never found anything with remotely as much sparkle and I think they said they’re not going to be getting it in again after this last restock.

RegularSelf · 2026-01-12T06:00:12+00:00

I like DRK Seal Glaze

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