diff --git a/src/qtile_bonsai/layout.py b/src/qtile_bonsai/layout.py
index 79592f2..51c22fa 100644
--- a/src/qtile_bonsai/layout.py
+++ b/src/qtile_bonsai/layout.py
@@ -768,8 +768,6 @@ def merge_tabs(self, direction: Direction1DParam, axis: AxisParam = Axis.x):
             # background tab.
             self._request_focus(self.focused_pane)
 
-            self._request_relayout()
-
     @expose_command
     def merge_to_subtab(
         self,