How to assemble IKEA SONGESAND Nightstand

Step-by-step assembly

1. 

   Step 1

   Push 6 dowels (101345) into the bottom panel and the plinth.

   2 in each end of the bottom panel, 1 in each end of the plinth.

   ▶ Watch this step (0:18)

2. 

   Step 2

   Screw 6 cam bolts (118331) into the two side panels.

   3 in each, on the inside face. Turn them in by hand.

   ▶ Watch this step (0:25)

3. 

   Step 3

   Stand the bottom panel on one side panel.

   Insert 2 cam locks (119250) and turn them clockwise.

   ▶ Watch this step (0:32)

4. 

   Step 4

   Fit the plinth and lock it with 1 cam lock (119250).

   ▶ Watch this step (0:40)

5. 

   Step 5

   Turn it onto its front edge and fit the other side panel.

   The bolts and dowels go into the holes.

   ▶ Watch this step (0:47)

6. 

   Step 6

   Insert 2 cam locks (119250) in the bottom panel and turn them clockwise.

   ▶ Watch this step (0:55)

7. 

   Step 7 · manual step 6

   Insert the 3rd cam lock (119250) in the plinth and turn it clockwise.

   ▶ Watch this step (1:01)

8. 

   Step 8 · manual step 7

   Press the 4 feet (158568) into the bottom edges of the sides.

   ▶ Watch this step (1:07)

9. 

   Step 9 · manual step 7

   Stand the cabinet upright.

   ▶ Watch this step (1:13)

10. 

    Step 10 · manual step 8

    Slide the back panel down into the grooves.

    Cut corner at the top — check the picture in the manual, step 8.

    ▶ Watch this step (1:18)

11. 

    Step 11 · manual step 9

    Push 4 dowels (101345) into the tops of the side panels.

    ▶ Watch this step (1:24)

12. 

    Step 12 · manual step 10

    Screw 4 cam bolts (118331) into the underside of the top.

    Lay the top upside down on the rug.

    ▶ Watch this step (1:30)

13. 

    Step 13 · manual step 11

    Lower the top on and lock it with 4 cam locks (119250).

    Turn the cam locks clockwise.

    ▶ Watch this step (1:37)

14. 

    Step 14 · manual step 12

    From the back: push the back panel up and fix it at the bottom.

    Plug 151706 in first, then push in pin 151705 until it clicks.

    ▶ Watch this step (1:46)

15. 

    Step 15 · manual step 13

    Fix the back panel to the sides with 6 clips.

    Push clip 10093081 into the hole, then press 10093082 in to lock it.

    ▶ Watch this step (1:54)

16. 

    Step 16 · manual step 14

    Screw the 2 mounting plates (109221) inside the right side.

    2 screws (105248) per plate, near the front edge.

    ▶ Watch this step (2:01)

17. 

    Step 17 · manual step 15

    Screw the 2 hinges (109338) to the door and press in 2 bumpers.

    Door face-down. 2 screws (105248) per hinge; bumpers (115339) on the other edge.

    ▶ Watch this step (2:08)

18. 

    Step 18 · manual step 16

    Clip the door onto the mounting plates.

    Hook each hinge on, press until it clicks, then tighten the screw.

    ▶ Watch this step (2:16)

19. 

    Step 19 · manual step 17

    Attach the handle (157426) with 2 screws (100408).

    The screws go in from the inside of the door.

    ▶ Watch this step (2:23)

20. 

    Step 20 · manual step 18

    Press 4 shelf supports (131372) into the sides.

    2 in each side panel, at the same height.

    ▶ Watch this step (2:30)

21. 

    Step 21 · manual step 19

    Slide the shelf in and press it down onto the supports.

    Then close the door.

    ▶ Watch this step (2:35)