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How to assemble IKEA HEMNES Bench with Shoe Storage
Step-by-step IKEA HEMNES Bench with Shoe Storage assembly: 16 illustrated steps, an animated video, the hardware list and the tools you need — following the official instructions (AA-908535-2).
- 16 illustrated steps
- 9 steps in the manual
- 2:12 video
- 85×32×65 cm
What you need
Tools
- Flat-head screwdriver
- Allen key (included)
A flat-head screwdriver — the two Allen keys (100092, 100006) are included.
Hardware in the box
| Part no. (as printed in the manual) | Qty |
|---|---|
| 106918 | 4× |
| 130739 | 4× |
| 117243 | 4× |
| 120189 | 4× |
Step-by-step assembly
Step 1
Lay the seat face-down and place the 2 rails on it.
Lay it on a rug to protect the finish.
Step 2 · manual step 1
Fix the rails with 4 screws (130739).
Use the small Allen key (100006).
Step 3 · manual step 2
Stand the seat on its front edge.
The rails now point to the side, the bolt holes at the ends.
Step 4 · manual step 2
Push 2 cam nuts (120189) into the rails.
Line up the slots with a flat screwdriver so the bolts can go through.
Step 5 · manual step 2
Fit one side frame to the ends of the rails.
Check which way it faces — see the inset in step 2.
Step 6 · manual step 2
Tighten 2 long bolts (106918) through the legs.
Use the large Allen key (100092) — they screw into the cam nuts.
Step 7 · manual step 3
Fit the 2 thick rods between the legs.
Their threaded holes go towards the frame — see the inset.
Step 8 · manual step 3
Fix the rods with 2 bolts (117243).
Through the legs, with the large Allen key.
Step 9 · manual step 4
Turn it so the side frame lies flat on the floor.
Step 10 · manual step 4
Drop the 8 thin rods into the holes in the frame.
5 for the upper shelf, 3 for the lower one.
Step 11 · manual step 5
Push the cardboard template over the rod ends.
It holds the rods in line for the next step.
Step 12 · manual step 6
Lower the second side frame onto the rods and rails.
Step 13 · manual step 7
Fit 2 cam nuts and tighten 2 long bolts (106918).
Cam nuts 120189 — line up their slots with a flat screwdriver first.
Step 14 · manual step 8
Screw 2 bolts (117243) into the thick rods.
Through the second side frame, with the large Allen key.
Step 15 · manual step 9
Pull out the cardboard template and throw it away.
Step 16
Turn the bench onto its legs.
Tips & safety
- Assemble on a soft surface. The manual shows a rug — it protects the white finish from scratches.
- Missing a part or stuck? The manual says to contact your IKEA store before you continue.
Official instructions
This guide follows IKEA’s official assembly instructions (AA-908535-2). Keep the printed manual to hand — if anything differs, the manual is right.
