STUVA Loft Bed Frame, Desk, and Storage Assembly Instructions
Product by IKEA
Introduction and Tools
This document provides step-by-step instructions for assembling the IKEA STUVA loft bed frame with desk and storage. Ensure you have the necessary tools and follow all safety guidelines.
Tools Required:
- Phillips head screwdriver ?
- Flathead screwdriver ?
- Allen keys (included)
- Wrench (included)
Important Safety Information:
- Assemble on a soft, clean surface like a rug or the packaging material to prevent scratches ?.
- It is recommended that two people assemble this product ??.
- Do not use a hammer on certain parts as indicated by a crossed-out hammer symbol ❌ ?.
- Ensure all parts are correctly fitted and secured before use.
Parts List
Identify all components before starting assembly:
- Screws: 105236 (10x), 123491 (2x), 100218 (14x), 105109 (3x), 100343 (18x), 121114 (10x), 105100 (14x), 100600 (14x), 114613 (2x)
- Dowels: 101358 (31x), 121108 (5x)
- Cam Locks: 114927 (6x)
- Caps: 150626 (2x), 114670 (2x)
- Tools: 100002 (1x), 100049 (1x), 121030 (1x), 100092 (1x), 113453 (1x)
- Handles: 190730 (2x), 190729 (2x)
- Metal Bar: 139536 (2x)
Assembly Steps
Step 1
Assemble the main frame components. Use the included wrench (113453) to secure screws (123491) into the designated holes on the side panels and base.
Step 2
Insert dowels (101358) into the pre-drilled holes on the long horizontal panels. Attach cam locks (114670) to the corresponding holes.
Step 3
Secure the panels by inserting screws and rotating the cam locks (114670) to fasten them. The diagram shows a hand turning a cam lock with a screwdriver.
Step 4
Insert screws (100049) into the cam locks. The diagram shows a hand using an Allen key (100049) to turn the screws.
Step 5
Attach round caps (150626) to cover visible screw heads or cam locks.
Step 6
Attach the side panels to the base structure. Use screws (100343) and the Allen key (100092) to secure the support beams to the side panels.
Step 7
Attach the long support beams to the main frame. Use screws (100343) and the Allen key (100092) to secure them.
Step 8
Insert dowels (101358) into the designated holes of a panel.
Step 9
Attach a panel using dowels (121114) and screws (105236). A warning symbol indicates that screw (100218) should not be used here (❌ 105236 vs 100218).
Step 10
Attach vertical support panels. Use screws (100002, 100600, 105100) with Allen keys (100002, 100092) to connect these panels to the main structure.
Step 11
Insert dowels (101358) into the designated holes of a panel.
Step 12
Attach a panel using dowels (121114) and screws (105236). A warning symbol indicates that screw (100218) should not be used here (❌ 105236 vs 100218).
Step 13
Repeat the process from Step 10, attaching vertical support panels using screws (100002, 100600, 105100) and Allen keys (100002, 100092).
Step 14
Insert dowels (101358) into the designated holes of a panel.
Step 15
Attach a cabinet unit or drawer support using screws (114613). The diagram shows a hand using a screwdriver to insert the screw.
Step 16
Attach the top panel or bed frame base. Use cam locks (114927) and screws to secure it.
Step 17
Attach the top frame or bed slats. The diagram shows a panel being rotated and fitted into place.
Step 18
Insert dowels (101358) into the designated holes of a panel.
Step 19
Attach side panels using dowels (121114) and screws (105236). A warning symbol indicates that screw (100218) should not be used here (❌ 105236 vs 100218).
Step 20
Attach a panel using screws (114613). The diagram shows a hand using a screwdriver to insert the screw.
Step 21
Slide a panel into its designated position. The diagram shows a panel being pushed horizontally into place.
Step 22
Secure a panel using screws (100218) and the Allen key (100092). A warning symbol indicates that screw (105236) should not be used here (❌ 100218 vs 105236).
Step 23
Attach cam locks (114927) to secure components. The diagram shows a hand using a tool to turn the cam lock.
Step 24
Attach a panel using screws (105109) and the Allen key (100092).
Step 25
Attach a panel using dowels (121114) and screws (105236).
Step 26
Secure various parts of the frame using screws (105100, 100600) with Allen keys (100092, 100002).
Step 27
Attach support bars to the frame using dowels (101358).
Step 28
Assemble the ladder. Attach ladder rungs to the side rails using screws (100218) and the Allen key (100092).
Step 29
Continue assembling the ladder. Attach ladder rungs using screws (114613). The diagram shows a hand using a screwdriver.
Step 30
Continue assembling the ladder. Attach ladder rungs using screws (100218) and the Allen key (100092).
Step 31
Attach the oval handles (190730, 190729) to the ladder side rails. The diagram shows the handles being slid into place.
Step 32
Attach the main frame structure using screws (100218) and the Allen key (100092).
Step 33
Secure components using cam locks (114297). The diagram shows a hand turning a cam lock with a tool.
Step 34
Attach panels to the structure using screws (100218) and the Allen key (100092).
Step 35
Insert dowels (121108) into the designated holes.
Final Checks and Safety
The final diagrams show the completed loft bed structure. Ensure all connections are tight and the unit is stable. For safety, it is recommended to secure the loft bed to a wall using appropriate hardware (not included in this manual).
The "i" icon indicates important information or safety checks. Review all steps and ensure correct assembly.
