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IKEA KALLAX Shelf Unit
IKEA · KALLAX · Shelf
⏱ Assembly Time: 45-75 min (4-cube); 90+ for larger units
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Tools Needed
- IKEA Allen key (included)
- Second person recommended
- Wall screws/anchors for your wall type (not included)
Parts Checklist
- Outer frame panels (top/bottom/sides)
- Center divider panels
- Back panels (thin fiberboard, stapled)
- Hardware bag (cam locks, dowels, nails)
- Wall-anchor bracket + screws
Critical Steps
- Back-panel nails go in at an angle, not straight — follow the diagram exactly.
- Assemble cube-by-cube; don't try to square the whole frame at once.
- The wall-anchor strap is required even on the smallest 2x2 version.
Pro Tips
- Assemble on a soft surface/blanket to avoid scratching panels.
- Must be wall-anchored — top-heavy when empty and a documented tip-over risk.