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How to assemble IKEA GLADHÖJDEN Desk Sit/Stand
Step-by-step IKEA GLADHÖJDEN Desk Sit/Stand assembly: 12 illustrated steps, an animated video, the hardware list and the tools you need — following the official instructions (AA-2374359-4).
- 12 illustrated steps
- 9 steps in the manual
- 2:04 video
- 100×60×72 (lowest position, height approx.) cm
What you need
Tools
- Phillips screwdriver
- Allen key (included)
You’ll need a Phillips screwdriver. The crank key (100001) is in the box — it is the Allen key for every bolt.
Hardware in the box
| Part no. (as printed in the manual) | Qty |
|---|---|
| 10095238 | 2× |
| 105042 | 4× |
| 110438 | 1× |
| 105100 | 8× |
| 10095246 | 8× |
| 10119190 | 1× |
| 10102167 | 1× |
Step-by-step assembly
Step 1
Lay the column base on its back and fit both leg frames onto the pins.
Step 2
Fix the leg frames with 4 bolts (105042).
Use the round-head bolts here. Tighten them with the crank key 100001.
Step 3
Lay the long stretcher onto the pins of the two lower rails.
Step 4
Fix the stretcher with 2 long bolts (10095238).
One through each lower rail — crank key 100001.
Step 5
Tighten all 4 leg bolts firmly with the crank key.
Both joints on each side.
Step 6
Stand the frame up on its feet.
Step 7 · manual step 6
Screw a plate onto each column top: 8 screws (10095246).
4 per plate — crank key 100001.
Step 8 · manual step 7
Lay the desktop face-down on a rug and turn the frame over onto it.
The side with the pre-drilled holes faces up.
Step 9 · manual step 8
Slide the lever unit (10119190) against the left column top.
Fix it with 1 screw (110438) — Phillips screwdriver.
Step 10 · manual step 9
Fit the bracket (10102167) over the lever, then screw the plates to the desktop.
8 screws (105100): 1 through the bracket, 7 through the plates.
Step 11
Turn the desk over onto its feet.
Two people make this easier.
Step 12
To adjust the height: lift the lever and move the desktop.
Release the lever to lock it — see the info page in the manual.
Tips & safety
- Max 10 kg (21 lb) on the desktop while you change the height. Lift the lever to unlock, release it to lock — see the info page in the manual.
- Max load 50 kg (105 lb). Never sit or stand on the desk. See the last page of the manual.
Official instructions
This guide follows IKEA’s official assembly instructions (AA-2374359-4). Keep the printed manual to hand — if anything differs, the manual is right.
