SONGESAND Wardrobe Assembly Instructions
This guide provides step-by-step instructions for assembling your IKEA SONGESAND wardrobe.
Important Safety Information
⚠️ WARNING: Furniture tipover can cause serious injury or death.
- ALWAYS install the provided anti-tip device.
- NEVER place a television on this product.
- NEVER allow children to stand, climb, or hang on any drawers, doors, or shelves.
- NEVER open more than one drawer at a time.
- Place the heaviest items in the lowest drawers.
Read and follow each step of the instructions carefully.
Tools and Hardware
Required tools:
- Screwdrivers (Phillips and flathead) ?
- Hammer ?
- Ladder ?
- Drill (for wall mounting)
Recommended drill bit sizes for wall mounting:
- Ø 8 mm (5/16") for solid walls (A)
- Ø 8 mm (5/16") for hollow walls (B)
- Ø 3 mm (1/8") for solid wood (C)
Ensure you have all parts and hardware before beginning assembly.
Assembly Steps
Step 1: Prepare Panels
Lay out the main panels on a soft, protective surface to prevent scratches. Identify the base panel and side panels.
Diagram shows panels laid out, with arrows indicating placement of screws and dowels.
Step 2: Insert Dowels and Cam Locks
Insert wooden dowels (e.g., 118331) into pre-drilled holes on the panels. Insert cam lock screws (e.g., 101345) into corresponding holes.
Diagram shows dowels being inserted into panel edges and cam lock screws being screwed into panels.
Step 3: Attach Side Panels to Base
Connect the side panels to the base panel by aligning the dowels and cam lock screws with the corresponding holes.
Diagram shows side panels being attached vertically to the base panel.
Step 4: Secure with Cam Locks
Insert cam locks (e.g., 112996) into the larger holes on the side panels and rotate them clockwise to secure the connection with the cam lock screws.
Diagram shows cam locks being inserted and turned to lock the panels together.
Step 5: Attach Support Rail
Attach a support rail (e.g., 102553) to the base assembly using screws (e.g., 100214).
Diagram shows a horizontal rail being screwed into the base structure.
Step 6: Attach Another Support Rail
Attach another support rail (e.g., 101345) to the assembly using screws (e.g., 100214).
Diagram shows another horizontal rail being screwed into the structure.
Step 7: Attach Second Side Panel
Attach the second side panel to the base and the first side panel, aligning dowels and cam lock screws.
Diagram shows the second side panel being connected to the existing structure.
Step 8: Secure with Cam Locks
Secure the second side panel using cam locks (e.g., 119250, 119252).
Diagram shows cam locks being used to secure the second side panel.
Step 9: Attach Top Support Rail
Attach a top support rail using screws (e.g., 101345).
Diagram shows a rail being attached to the top of the side panels.
Step 10: Rotate and Attach Panel
Rotate the partially assembled frame. Attach another panel (likely a top or internal divider) using dowels and cam lock screws.
Diagram shows the frame being rotated and a new panel being attached.
Step 11: Secure with Cam Locks
Secure the attached panel with cam locks (e.g., 119250, 119252).
Diagram shows cam locks being used for securing.
Step 12: Insert Internal Panel
Slide an internal panel into the pre-defined grooves or slots in the wardrobe frame.
Diagram shows a panel being slid into place from the top or side.
Step 13: Secure Internal Panel
Secure the internal panel using screws (e.g., 100214, 100001).
Diagram shows screws being inserted to fix the internal panel.
Step 14: Attach Shelf Support Rail
Attach a shelf support rail (e.g., 100214) to the side panels.
Diagram shows a rail being attached horizontally.
Step 15: Secure Shelf Support Rail
Secure the shelf support rail using screws (e.g., 101345).
Diagram shows screws being used to fix the rail.
Step 16: Attach Another Panel
Attach another structural panel to the frame.
Diagram shows a panel being attached to the existing structure.
Step 17: Secure with Cam Locks
Secure the panel using cam locks (e.g., 119250, 119252).
Diagram shows cam locks being used for securing.
Step 18: Attach Panel
Attach another panel to the wardrobe frame.
Diagram shows a panel being attached.
Step 19: Secure with Cam Locks
Secure the panel using cam locks (e.g., 105248).
Diagram shows cam locks being used for securing.
Step 20: Slide Back Panel
Slide the thin back panel into the grooves on the rear of the wardrobe frame.
Diagram shows a large, thin panel being slid into vertical grooves.
Step 21: Secure Back Panel
Secure the back panel using cam locks (e.g., 119250, 119252).
Diagram shows cam locks being used to fix the back panel.
Step 22: Attach Support Rail
Attach a support rail (e.g., 105248) to the structure using screws (e.g., 159995, 159996).
Diagram shows a rail being attached with screws.
Step 23: Attach Bracket
Attach a bracket (e.g., 105248) to the structure using screws (e.g., 158568, 158548).
Diagram shows a bracket being attached with screws.
Step 24: Attach Support
Attach a support piece to the wardrobe frame using screws (e.g., 101345).
Diagram shows a support piece being attached.
Step 25: Attach Drawer Slides
Attach drawer slides or runners to the side panels using screws (e.g., 118331, 112996).
Diagram shows drawer slides being screwed onto the inner side panels.
Step 26: Slide Panel
Slide a panel into place, likely an internal divider or shelf support.
Diagram shows a panel being slid into the wardrobe structure.
Step 27: Secure Panel
Secure the panel using cam locks (e.g., 119250, 119252).
Diagram shows cam locks being used for securing.
Step 28: Secure with Screws
Secure the structure using screws (e.g., 100214, 100001).
Diagram shows screws being inserted into the frame.
Step 29: Attach Top Bracket
Attach a bracket (e.g., 106989) to the top of the side panels using screws (e.g., 100823, 109049).
Diagram shows brackets being attached to the top corners of the wardrobe.
Step 30: Attach Top Panel
Attach the top panel to the wardrobe frame using screws (e.g., 100214, 100001).
Diagram shows the top panel being attached and secured.
Step 31: Install Back Panels
Slide the remaining back panels into the grooves at the rear of the wardrobe.
Diagram shows back panels being slid into place.
Step 32: Secure Back Panels
Secure the back panels using fasteners (e.g., 10093081).
Diagram shows fasteners being used to secure the back panels.
Step 33: Attach Hinge Plates (16x)
Attach hinge mounting plates (16 pieces) to the inside of the wardrobe frame using fasteners (e.g., 10093081).
Diagram shows hinge plates being screwed onto the wardrobe side panels.
Step 34: Attach Hinge Plates (20x)
Attach additional hinge mounting plates (20 pieces) to the wardrobe frame using fasteners (e.g., 10093082).
Diagram shows more hinge plates being attached.
Step 35: Attach Hinges to Doors
Attach the door hinges to the doors themselves. This typically involves inserting the hinge cup into a circular recess and securing it.
Diagram shows hinges being fitted into the doors.
Step 36: Attach Doors to Wardrobe
Mount the doors onto the wardrobe by connecting the hinges to the previously attached hinge plates. Use 12x fasteners (e.g., 131372).
Diagram shows doors being attached to the wardrobe frame via hinges.
Step 37: Insert Shelves
Place the shelves into the wardrobe, resting them on the shelf supports.
Diagram shows shelves being placed inside the wardrobe.
Step 38: Attach Handles
Attach the door handles to the front of the doors using screws (e.g., 109049).
Diagram shows handles being screwed onto the doors.
Step 39: Attach Top Brackets
Attach brackets to the top of the wardrobe for stability or further mounting.
Diagram shows brackets being attached to the top of the wardrobe.
Step 40: Attach Top Support
Attach a top support piece to the wardrobe structure.
Diagram shows a support piece being attached to the top.
Step 41: Wall Mounting - Wall Types
The supplied screws and plugs are suitable for most solid (A) and hollow (B) walls. For solid wood (C), use screws without plugs. If unsure, consult a professional.
Diagrams show different wall types (A, B, C) and the corresponding drill bit sizes and screw/plug combinations.
Relevant URLs: www.IKEA.com/secure-it, www.IKEA.cn/secure-it
Step 42: Attach Anti-Tip Bracket to Wardrobe
Secure one part of the anti-tip device to the top rear of the wardrobe using screws (e.g., 100823).
Diagram shows an anti-tip bracket being attached to the wardrobe.
Step 43: Attach Anti-Tip Bracket to Wall
Secure the other part of the anti-tip device to the wall, ensuring it is anchored into a stud or using appropriate wall anchors. Use screws (e.g., 109048).
Diagram shows the anti-tip bracket being fixed to the wall.
Step 44: Attach Shelf Supports
Attach shelf support fittings (3x) to the inside of the wardrobe panels using fasteners (e.g., 105248).
Diagram shows shelf supports being screwed into the side panels.
Step 45: Attach Shelf Supports
Attach more shelf support fittings (7x) to the wardrobe panels using fasteners (e.g., 105248).
Diagram shows more shelf supports being attached.
Step 46: Attach Hinges to Doors
Attach hinges to the doors using screws (e.g., 105248, 109338).
Diagram shows hinges being fitted to the doors.
Step 47: Attach Hinges to Wardrobe
Attach the doors with hinges to the wardrobe frame. This involves connecting the hinges to the pre-mounted hinge plates. Use 4x fasteners.
Diagram shows doors being attached to the wardrobe.
Step 48: Attach Hinges to Wardrobe
Attach the remaining doors to the wardrobe frame using hinges. Use 6x fasteners.
Diagram shows the remaining doors being attached.
Step 49: Attach Handles
Attach the handles to the doors using screws (e.g., 100408).
Diagram shows handles being screwed onto the doors.
Step 50: Attach Door Stops
Attach door stops (6x) to the inside of the wardrobe using fasteners (e.g., 115339).
Diagram shows small stoppers being attached to the frame.
Step 51: Attach Feet
Attach the wardrobe feet (4x) to the base of the wardrobe using screws (e.g., 105811).
Diagram shows feet being attached to the bottom of the wardrobe.
Step 52: Attach Feet
Attach the remaining feet (4x) to the base using screws (e.g., 157307, 157306, 159422, 146856, 158757, 158758).
Diagram shows the final feet being attached.
Hinge Adjustment
Adjust the doors for proper alignment using the adjustment screws on the hinges. This may involve moving the doors up/down, left/right, or in/out.
Diagrams show close-ups of hinges with arrows indicating adjustment screws and directions of movement.
Final Check
Ensure all screws are tightened and the wardrobe is stable. Confirm the anti-tip device is securely installed.
Diagram shows the completed wardrobe with a person giving a thumbs-up and the product name "SONGESAND".