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How to Assemble IKEA HYLLIS Shelf Unit

Step-by-step IKEA HYLLIS shelf unit assembly: 13 illustrated steps, an animated video, the hardware list and the tools you need — following the official instructions (AA-2092349-7).

  • 13 illustrated steps
  • 5 steps in the manual
  • 1:51 video
  • 60×27×74 cm
IKEA HYLLIS Shelf Unit, assembled

What you need

Tools

  • Phillips screwdriver

You’ll need: a Phillips screwdriver.

Hardware in the box

Part no. (as printed in the manual)Qty
19001824×
1574764×

Step-by-step assembly

  1. Step 1: Push a plastic foot (157476) onto the end of each post. — IKEA HYLLIS assembly

    Step 1

    Push a plastic foot (157476) onto the end of each post.

    It fits into the inside corner of the angle.

  2. Step 2: Do the same on the other 2 posts — 4 feet in total. — IKEA HYLLIS assembly

    Step 2 · manual step 1

    Do the same on the other 2 posts — 4 feet in total.

  3. Step 3: Stand the 3 shelves up between 2 posts lying on the floor. — IKEA HYLLIS assembly

    Step 3 · manual step 2

    Stand the 3 shelves up between 2 posts lying on the floor.

    Line up the holes in the posts with the holes in the shelves.

  4. Step 4: Screw each shelf to both posts — 6 screws (190018). — IKEA HYLLIS assembly

    Step 4 · manual step 2

    Screw each shelf to both posts — 6 screws (190018).

  5. Step 5: Place the other 2 posts on top of the shelves. — IKEA HYLLIS assembly

    Step 5 · manual step 3

    Place the other 2 posts on top of the shelves.

  6. Step 6: Screw these posts to each shelf from the top — 6 screws (190018). — IKEA HYLLIS assembly

    Step 6 · manual step 3

    Screw these posts to each shelf from the top — 6 screws (190018).

  7. Step 7: Then 6 more screws (190018) into the sides. — IKEA HYLLIS assembly

    Step 7 · manual step 3

    Then 6 more screws (190018) into the sides.

    The manual’s close-up shows a screw from the top and one into the side at each corner.

  8. Step 8: Turn the unit over. — IKEA HYLLIS assembly

    Step 8 · manual step 4

    Turn the unit over.

  9. Step 9: Screw the posts to the shelves on this side too — 6 screws (190018). — IKEA HYLLIS assembly

    Step 9 · manual step 4

    Screw the posts to the shelves on this side too — 6 screws (190018).

  10. Step 10: Stand the shelf unit upright. — IKEA HYLLIS assembly

    Step 10 · manual step 5

    Stand the shelf unit upright.

  11. Step 11: Tighten all 24 screws. — IKEA HYLLIS assembly

    Step 11 · manual step 5

    Tighten all 24 screws.

  12. Step 12: Place the shelf unit against the wall. — IKEA HYLLIS assembly

    Step 12 · manual step 5

    Place the shelf unit against the wall.

    To prevent tip-over, it must be fixed to the wall.

  13. Step 13: Screw both back posts to the wall near the top — 2 screws. — IKEA HYLLIS assembly

    Step 13 · manual step 5

    Screw both back posts to the wall near the top — 2 screws.

    Wall screws and plugs are not included — use ones suited to your wall.

Tips & safety

  • Always fix HYLLIS to the wall. Furniture tip-over can cause serious or fatal crushing injuries. If unsure which screws and plugs suit your wall, ask a specialist.
  • Missing a part or unsure about a step? The manual asks you to contact your IKEA store for help.

Official instructions

This guide follows IKEA's official assembly instructions (AA-2092349-7). Keep the printed manual to hand — if anything differs, the manual is right.

Open the official PDF manual

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