IKEA LÖNSET Slatted Bed Base Assembly Instructions

Product Overview

The LÖNSET slatted bed base from IKEA is designed to provide support and ventilation for your mattress. It consists of wooden slats held in flexible plastic holders, mounted on a metal frame.

Brand: IKEA

Model: LÖNSET

Product Type: Slatted Bed Base

Assembly Time: Approximately 30-60 minutes.

Tools Required: Phillips head screwdriver (not included), Allen key (included).

Parts Included

Step 1: Attach Central Support Bar

Action: Align the central support bar with the pre-drilled holes on the inner side of the side rails. Secure the central support bar to each side rail using three (3x) of the long screws (100229) and the provided Allen key (100006). Tighten screws securely but do not overtighten.

Diagram shows: A person using an Allen key [tool] to screw a long screw (100229) with a washer into a side rail, connecting it to a central support bar. A close-up view illustrates the screw and washer placement.

Step 2: Attach Second Side Rail

Action: Attach the second side rail to the other end of the central support bar using the same method as Step 1. Use three (3x) more long screws (100229) and the Allen key. Ensure the plastic slat holders on both side rails are facing inwards and upwards, ready to receive the wooden slats.

Diagram shows: The partially assembled frame with the second side rail being attached. A close-up view shows the correct orientation of the plastic slat holders and a comparison between correct and incorrect insertion of a slat into a holder ([cross mark] for incorrect).

Step 3: Insert Wooden Slats

Action: Take the wooden slats (10x). Starting from one end, insert each slat into the corresponding plastic holders on the side rails. Push the slat firmly until it clicks or sits securely in place. Ensure the slats are oriented correctly, with the slightly curved side facing upwards.

Diagram shows: Inserting wooden slats into the plastic holders on the side rails. Close-up views illustrate the correct method of pushing the slat into the holder and an incorrect method where the slat is not fully seated ([cross mark] for incorrect).

Step 4: Continue Inserting Slats

Action: Continue inserting the remaining wooden slats, spacing them evenly across the width of the bed frame. Ensure each slat is properly seated in its holders.

Diagram shows: The slatted bed base with most of the wooden slats inserted. Close-up views reinforce the correct insertion technique.

Step 5: Final Slat Placement

Action: Insert the final wooden slats. Ensure all slats are evenly distributed and securely fitted into their respective holders.

Diagram shows: The completed slatted bed base with all slats in place. A close-up shows the final slat being secured.

Step 6: Prepare for Placement

Action: The slatted bed base is now assembled. It may be presented in a folded or ready-to-place configuration.

Diagram shows: The fully assembled slatted bed base. A separate small diagram shows the slatted base being handled or positioned.

Step 7: Secure Base to Bed Frame

Action: Place the assembled slatted bed base into your bed frame. Align the base with the frame's support ledges. Secure the base to the bed frame using the two (2x) short screws (109049) and two (2x) washers (100823) provided. Insert the screws through the designated holes in the base frame and into the bed frame, using a Phillips head screwdriver.

Diagram shows: A person using a Phillips head screwdriver [tool] to attach the slatted bed base to a bed frame using a short screw (109049) and a washer (100823). Arrows [arrow] indicate the direction of attachment. Measurements 'X' are shown on the bed frame, indicating the placement points for the base.

Final Placement

Action: Ensure the slatted bed base is correctly positioned and secured within the bed frame. The base should sit level and provide even support for the mattress.

Diagram shows: An information icon [information] next to a diagram of the assembled slatted bed base resting inside a bed frame.