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How to assemble IKEA GLENN Bar Stool
Step-by-step IKEA GLENN Bar Stool assembly: 12 illustrated steps, an animated video, the hardware list and the tools you need — following the official instructions (AA-372553-9).
- 12 illustrated steps
- 8 steps in the manual
- 2:03 video
- 47×49×92 cm

What you need
Tools
- Hammer
- Spanner (included)
You’ll need: a hammer and an adjustable wrench. The Allen key (100001) is included.
Hardware in the box
| Part no. (as printed in the manual) | Qty |
|---|---|
| 120199 | 2× |
| 120200 | 2× |
| 100150 | 4× |
| 100716 | 2× |
| 120262 | 4× |
| 120833 | 4× |
Step-by-step assembly

Step 1
Tap the 4 glides (120262) into the runners with a hammer.
Stand both leg frames upside down — 2 glides in each runner.

Step 2
Turn both frames upright and put them together.
The two tops meet side by side in the middle.

Step 3 · manual step 2
Bolt the frames together: 2 bolts (120199) and nuts (100716).
Don’t tighten them fully yet — that is done in step 6.

Step 4 · manual step 3
Fit the footrest between the front legs — 2 bolts (120200).
One bolt through each leg. Don’t tighten fully yet (step 7).

Step 5 · manual step 4
Press the 4 rubber cups (120833) into the holes on top of the frame.

Step 6 · manual step 5
Lay the seat upside down on a table.
Use a soft cloth under it; the back hangs over the edge.

Step 7 · manual step 5
Turn the frame upside down onto the seat.
Line up the 4 cups with the 4 holes in the seat.

Step 8 · manual step 5
Fix the seat with 4 bolts (100150) and the Allen key.
Turn them by hand — don’t use a power drill.

Step 9 · manual step 6
Now tighten the 2 bolts (120199) in the middle.
Hold the nut with the wrench and turn the bolt with the Allen key.

Step 10 · manual step 7
Tighten the 2 footrest bolts (120200) with the Allen key.

Step 11 · manual step 8
Turn the stool over and stand it on the floor.

Step 12 · manual step 8
If it rocks: put a weight on the seat and tighten the 2 middle bolts again.
Wrench on the nut, Allen key on the bolt — as in step 6.
Tips & safety
- No power drill. Tighten every bolt by hand with the Allen key (manual step 5).
- Protect the seat. Lay it on a soft cloth or the cardboard from the box while you fit the frame.
Official instructions
This guide follows IKEA’s official assembly instructions (AA-372553-9). Keep the printed manual to hand — if anything differs, the manual is right.



