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How to assemble IKEA GULLABERG Shoe Cabinet with 2 Compartments

Step-by-step IKEA GULLABERG Shoe Cabinet with 2 Compartments assembly: 22 illustrated steps, an animated video, the hardware list and the tools you need — following the official instructions (AA-2514824-4).

  • 22 illustrated steps
  • 39 steps in the manual
  • 3:30 video
  • 88×30×122 cm
IKEA GULLABERG Shoe Cabinet with 2 Compartments, assembled

What you need

Tools

  • Flat-head screwdriver
  • Phillips screwdriver
  • Hammer
  • Allen key (included)
  • Drill (for wall fixing)

You’ll need: flat-head and Phillips screwdrivers, a hammer, the Allen key (included) and a drill for the wall fixing.

Hardware in the box

Part no. (as printed in the manual)Qty
11833124×
10134522×
19280012×
12007620×
10034716×
10846216×
100970274×
100998774×
1002173×
100779824×
1535522×
15193012×
100954208×
1066036×
1090482×
1217142×
1008232×

Step-by-step assembly

  1. Step 1: Screw on the runners, then 4 pin fittings and 4 compartment fittings. — IKEA GULLABERG assembly

    Step 1 · manual step 1–3

    Screw on the runners, then 4 pin fittings and 4 compartment fittings.

    Runners CR / CL with screws 108462. Fittings 10097027 and 10099877 with screws 100347.

  2. Step 2: Screw 14 cam bolts (118331) into the side units. — IKEA GULLABERG assembly

    Step 2 · manual step 4

    Screw 14 cam bolts (118331) into the side units.

    7 in each — turn them in all the way.

  3. Step 3: Push 10 dowels into the 5 rails and stand them in one side unit. — IKEA GULLABERG assembly

    Step 3 · manual step 5–6

    Push 10 dowels into the 5 rails and stand them in one side unit.

    Lock them with 5 cam locks (192800) — turn clockwise.

  4. Step 4: Push 8 dowels into the 2 wide rails and stand them in. — IKEA GULLABERG assembly

    Step 4 · manual step 7–8

    Push 8 dowels into the 2 wide rails and stand them in.

    Lock them with 2 cam locks (120076).

  5. Step 5: Fit the metal bar (155073) with 1 screw (100347). — IKEA GULLABERG assembly

    Step 5 · manual step 9

    Fit the metal bar (155073) with 1 screw (100347).

    It goes at the top end, by the back edge.

  6. Step 6: Lay the other side unit on top. Lock 2 cam locks (120076). — IKEA GULLABERG assembly

    Step 6 · manual step 10

    Lay the other side unit on top. Lock 2 cam locks (120076).

    Its fittings face inwards.

  7. Step 7: Lock 5 cam locks (192800) and screw on the bar. — IKEA GULLABERG assembly

    Step 7 · manual step 11–12

    Lock 5 cam locks (192800) and screw on the bar.

    1 screw 100347 at this end of the bar.

  8. Step 8: Press the 2 glides (153552) into the legs. Turn it onto its front. — IKEA GULLABERG assembly

    Step 8 · manual step 13

    Press the 2 glides (153552) into the legs. Turn it onto its front.

  9. Step 9: Fit the divider between the drawers. — IKEA GULLABERG assembly

    Step 9 · manual step 14–16

    Fit the divider between the drawers.

    Runners CR and CL on it (2 screws 108462 each), then 3 screws (100217) with the Allen key.

  10. Step 10: Fix the 4 hooks with screws (10077982) and the Allen key. — IKEA GULLABERG assembly

    Step 10 · manual step 17

    Fix the 4 hooks with screws (10077982) and the Allen key.

    2 hooks on each side, at the top end.

  11. Step 11: 4 dowels in the sides, 2 cam bolts in the top. Fit the top. — IKEA GULLABERG assembly

    Step 11 · manual step 18–20

    4 dowels in the sides, 2 cam bolts in the top. Fit the top.

    Lock it with 2 cam locks (192800).

  12. Step 12: Stand the cabinet upright. — IKEA GULLABERG assembly

    Step 12 · manual step 20

    Stand the cabinet upright.

  13. Step 13: Fix the cabinet to the wall with 2 screws (109048) and washers. — IKEA GULLABERG assembly

    Step 13 · manual step 21–23

    Fix the cabinet to the wall with 2 screws (109048) and washers.

    Mark through the 2 holes, drill and plug (121714) — check what suits your wall (step 22).

  14. Step 14: Click the plastic parts of a compartment together. — IKEA GULLABERG assembly

    Step 14 · manual step 24–27

    Click the plastic parts of a compartment together.

    Fold the perforated panels, click on end pieces R and L, then the 3-row panel.

  15. Step 15: Place it on the back of a door and fix it with 6 screws (151930). — IKEA GULLABERG assembly

    Step 15 · manual step 28–29

    Place it on the back of a door and fix it with 6 screws (151930).

    Use a hand screwdriver — no power drill.

  16. Step 16: Fit 2 knobs on the front with bolts (106603). — IKEA GULLABERG assembly

    Step 16 · manual step 30

    Fit 2 knobs on the front with bolts (106603).

  17. Step 17: Build the second compartment the same way. — IKEA GULLABERG assembly

    Step 17 · manual step 24–30

    Build the second compartment the same way.

  18. Step 18: Hook both compartments into the cabinet and tilt them closed. — IKEA GULLABERG assembly

    Step 18 · manual step 31

    Hook both compartments into the cabinet and tilt them closed.

    They hang on the fittings at both sides.

  19. Step 19: Drawer: 4 cam bolts (118331) in the front, then fit the sides. — IKEA GULLABERG assembly

    Step 19 · manual step 32–33

    Drawer: 4 cam bolts (118331) in the front, then fit the sides.

    Lock the sides with 4 cam locks (120076).

  20. Step 20: Slide in the bottom and fit the back. — IKEA GULLABERG assembly

    Step 20 · manual step 34–36

    Slide in the bottom and fit the back.

    4 pins (10095420) through the sides, then 4 cam locks (120076) in the back.

  21. Step 21: Screw on the runners (4 × 108462) and fit the knob (106603). — IKEA GULLABERG assembly

    Step 21 · manual step 37–38

    Screw on the runners (4 × 108462) and fit the knob (106603).

    Build the second drawer the same way.

  22. Step 22: Slide both drawers in. — IKEA GULLABERG assembly

    Step 22 · manual step 39

    Slide both drawers in.

Tips & safety

  • Always fix GULLABERG to the wall. Furniture tip-over can cause serious or fatal crushing injuries. Use the 2 screws through the upper back rail (step 23).
  • Choose fixings that suit your wall. Plugs 121714: solid and hollow walls (8 mm drill). Solid wood: screws only (3 mm drill). Unsure? Ask a specialist.

Official instructions

This guide follows IKEA’s official assembly instructions (AA-2514824-4). Keep the printed manual to hand — if anything differs, the manual is right.

Open the official PDF manual

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