Adjustable Olov Leg (IKEA Table Leg)
Table Component (Support Leg) · Modern Utility / Contemporary (21st Century) · IKEA of Sweden
Type
Table Component (Support Leg)
Style Period
Modern Utility / Contemporary (21st Century)
Material
Powder-coated steel tube with polyamide plastic feet and mounting plate
Age Estimate
Contemporary (likely manufactured within the last 5-10 years)
Dimensions
Height: adjustable from 23 5/8" to 35 3/8"; Width/Depth: approx 1.5" square tube
Origin
Designed in Sweden; typically manufactured in China or Lithuania for global distribution
Designer/Maker
IKEA of Sweden
Value Estimate
$15.00 - $20.00 USD (Retail value per unit)
Description
A square, adjustable-height steel table leg designed for modular desk and dining surfaces. It features a telescoping inner tube that allows the user to customize the height for seated or standing tasks. The base features a broad, multi-hole flange for secure attachment to particleboard or solid wood tabletops, and a plastic foot to prevent floor marring.
Key Features
Telescoping height adjustment, square profile, signature 10-hole triangular mounting plate, and integrated plastic leveler
Color & Finish
Matte White powder-coated finish with grey plastic leveling foot
Construction Method
Industrial mass-production; machine-welded mounting plate and telescoping steel tube mechanism
Joinery & Craftsmanship
Continuous fillet weld at the base-to-tube transition; internal friction-lock telescoping mechanism
Wood Grain & Species
None - Metal and plastic construction
Surface Treatment
Electrostatic powder coating for a durable, uniform monochromatic surface
Upholstery Details
N/A - Non-upholstered metal component
Hardware & Fittings
Integrated adjustable leveling foot; triangular steel mounting flange with 10 pre-drilled screw holes
Origin & Provenance
Designed in Sweden; typically manufactured in China or Lithuania for global distribution
Condition Notes
Very Good; minimal visible scratching on the powder coat, mounting plate shows no signs of deformation, leveling foot is intact
Interesting Facts
The Olov leg is a staple of 'IKEA hacking,' often used to create custom-length workbenches or to level desks on uneven floors in old buildings.
Cultural Significance
Represents the democratization of ergonomic office furniture, allowing homeowners to assemble custom workstations affordably.
Similar Pieces
IKEA Adils (round, non-adjustable); IKEA Gerton (solid wood, adjustable); Herman Miller universal legs (higher grade, different mounting)
Care & Maintenance
Wipe clean with a damp cloth and mild cleaner; periodically check the tightness of the telescoping lock to ensure stability
Value Estimate
$15.00 - $20.00 USD (Retail value per unit)
Sustainability Notes
Steel is highly recyclable; however, the mixed-material construction (plastic and steel) requires disassembly for proper end-of-life recycling.