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How to assemble IKEA SKÅLBODA Armchair

Step-by-step IKEA SKÅLBODA Armchair assembly: 11 illustrated steps, an animated video, the hardware list and the tools you need — following the official instructions (AA-2366469-3).

  • 11 illustrated steps
  • 4 steps in the manual
  • 1:56 video
  • 70×75×72 cm
IKEA SKÅLBODA Armchair, assembled

What you need

Tools

  • Allen key (included)

You’ll need: only the Allen key (100092) — it comes in the pack.

Hardware in the box

Part no. (as printed in the manual)Qty
—1×
—4×

Step-by-step assembly

  1. Step 1: Lay the two leg frames upside down, crossed in the middle. — IKEA SKÅLBODA assembly

    Step 1

    Lay the two leg frames upside down, crossed in the middle.

    Work on a rug or the flattened box.

  2. Step 2: Screw the screw into the crossing with the Allen key. — IKEA SKÅLBODA assembly

    Step 2 · manual step 1

    Screw the screw into the crossing with the Allen key.

    Not fully tight yet — leave a small gap under the head (info box).

  3. Step 3: Lay the seat shell upside down. — IKEA SKÅLBODA assembly

    Step 3 · manual step 2

    Lay the seat shell upside down.

    It rests on the top of the back and the front edge of the seat.

  4. Step 4: Slide a washer onto each of the 4 pins. — IKEA SKÅLBODA assembly

    Step 4 · manual step 2

    Slide a washer onto each of the 4 pins.

    The washer rests against the collar of the pin.

  5. Step 5: Stand the leg frames up the right way. — IKEA SKÅLBODA assembly

    Step 5 · manual step 3

    Stand the leg frames up the right way.

  6. Step 6: Turn the shell over and lift it above the legs. — IKEA SKÅLBODA assembly

    Step 6 · manual step 3

    Turn the shell over and lift it above the legs.

  7. Step 7: Lower the shell so the 4 pins go into the tops of the legs. — IKEA SKÅLBODA assembly

    Step 7 · manual step 3

    Lower the shell so the 4 pins go into the tops of the legs.

  8. Step 8: Each pin sits in its leg, with the washer in between. — IKEA SKÅLBODA assembly

    Step 8 · manual step 3

    Each pin sits in its leg, with the washer in between.

  9. Step 9: Turn the chair upside down. — IKEA SKÅLBODA assembly

    Step 9 · manual step 4

    Turn the chair upside down.

  10. Step 10: Now tighten the screw fully with the Allen key. — IKEA SKÅLBODA assembly

    Step 10 · manual step 4

    Now tighten the screw fully with the Allen key.

    Turn until the head sits snug against the tube (info box).

  11. Step 11: Turn the chair back onto its legs. — IKEA SKÅLBODA assembly

    Step 11 · manual step 4

    Turn the chair back onto its legs.

Tips & safety

  • Tighten the screw only at the end. In step 1 it stays a little loose; once the shell is on, tighten it fully (step 4).
  • Work on a soft surface. The manual shows assembly on a rug, so the frames and the floor don’t get scratched.
  • Unsure, or something missing? Contact your IKEA store (manual p. 2).

Official instructions

This guide follows IKEA’s official assembly instructions (AA-2366469-3). Keep the printed manual to hand — if anything differs, the manual is right.

Open the official PDF manual

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