How to assemble a chest of drawers?

Recently, one of the most common types of furniture has become a chest of drawers. Install it in the bedroom, living room, hallway, bathroom and even in the kitchen. The choice of furniture should always be treated carefully and responsibly. Particular attention must be paid to functionality and design features. All cabinet furniture comes to the distribution network in a disassembled form - this way it is easier to transport during transportation, so often the buyer has to independently solve the problem of how to assemble a chest of drawers. Today we will introduce you to the assembly diagram of the chest of drawers. Despite all the variety of similar furniture, it is assembled the same way. The difference is only in the small details and the number of drawers.

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General rules for the assembly of cabinet furniture

It would seem that it is difficult to assemble furniture if there is an instruction and suitable tools. But for an inexperienced person, this process can sometimes seem like a super task, especially if there is no assembly instruction. Today we will introduce you to the basic rules for the layout of cabinet furniture using the example of a conventional chest of drawers.

To quickly and efficiently assemble any cabinet product, follow the general rules for assembling furniture:

• Assemble according to the principle “from large to small”. First of all, the main body of the product is mounted, and then equip it with parts.
• Carry out the installation process on a flat surface, in order to avoid unwanted distortions.
• Cover the work surface on which the structure is connected, with cardboard or a soft cloth, to protect the product elements from mechanical damage and contamination.

Important! Do not be too zealous when tightening bolts and other fasteners to prevent cracks in the chipboard or MDF.

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Furniture Assembly Tools

To assemble cabinet furniture, the following tools are required:

• Roulette. For smooth installation of the guides, roulette is necessary. Otherwise, the drawers will close with force or will not close at all.
• Hammer. Usually the bottom of the drawers and the back wall are made of fiberboard. In order to nail the back wall to the main frame, you need a hammer and ordinary nails.
• Awl. This tool is used to make preliminary punctures for screwing in screws.
• Phillips screwdriver or screwdriver. Tools will be needed to tighten bolts and screws.

So, having at hand the necessary tools and instructions for assembling the product, you can proceed directly to the installation process.

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How to assemble a chest of drawers? Training

Before proceeding to the assembly process, it is necessary to carry out the preparatory phase:

• Check if there is a chest drawer assembly scheme.
• Check for all components, parts, and hardware. To do this, read the list of accessories contained in the assembly instructions. Make sure the quality of the parts and the fittings match the color of the product.

Important! If you find a defect, then immediately file a complaint to the store, and demand the replacement of the entire product or defective parts.

• Check for special keys for confirmations (Euroscrews). Tools should come with the rest of the furniture.Special keys are needed to connect the main parts of the structure.
• Carefully read the furniture assembly instructions. In the design of some models there are elements that are not characteristic of the classic chest of drawers. For example, in the chest of drawers or the chest of drawers for the living room, there are hinged cabinets with glass stained-glass windows, and in the changing chest, instead of the usual top cover, there is a special table for changing the baby.

If everything is in order, then prepare the work surface and get to work.

Important! If you do not have instructions for assembling furniture, then carefully study the appearance of the piece of furniture in the picture pasted on the box on the outside. If this is not the case, then we recommend taking the typical scheme described below as a guideline.

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How to assemble a chest of drawers with drawers - assembly diagram

Despite the external differences, all dressers are assembled almost the same way, according to the following algorithm:

1. The layout of the housing.
2. Assembly of drawers. Locking handles on drawers (doors).
3. Installation and fixing of guides of the drawer drawer system.
4. Mounting hardware fittings.
5. Installation of doors (on models with sections with hinged doors).
6. The connection of the top cover of the product with the frame.

Consider all the steps in more detail.

Body assembly

The chest frame consists of the following parts:

• Bottom.
• Side walls.
• Transverse elements.
• Back wall.
• Basement strips (not on all models).

Important! If the model is equipped with swivel casters or legs, then fasten the parts to the bottom cover before assembling the structure.

The housing assembly algorithm is quite simple:

1. Connect the base planks to the bottom of the chest of drawers.
2. Use the locking screws to secure the side walls of the chest of drawers.
3. Establish horizontal ties - strips to which the furniture cover will be attached at the final stage.
4. Install the back of the product. Fix it to the case with special furniture nails or small self-tapping screws.

Drawer Assembly

Lay out different stacks for each drawer:

• Bottom.
• Side walls.
• Facade.

This will further avoid confusion during work.

The box mounting algorithm is similar to the layout of the case:

• Fasten the side walls together with the help of confirmations.
• Fix the bottom with self-tapping screws.
• Attach the facade to the front of the drawer using short tapping screws.

Important! Choose the length of the self-tapping screw so that its tip does not damage the front side of the facade when fixing.

• Mount the drawer handles over the finished holes in the facade and front rail. If there are no holes, then mark and drill holes yourself.

Rail Installation

After assembling the main structural elements, it is necessary to install guides on the inner side walls of the housing and boxes. For this:

1. Use a tape measure and a pencil to determine the location of future guides. Having noted the position of the part on one side, set aside equal segments on the second side of the sidewall and on the back wall.
2. Fix the guides with screws and a screwdriver.
3. Put the boxes in place. If the guides are installed correctly, then the drawers will slide out smoothly and will not cling to each other.

Final stage

At the final stage:

1. Install the chest cover and secure it to the horizontal ties of the cabinet.
2. Install the decorative elements.
3. Close the confirmation caps with caps.
4. Wipe the furniture with a damp cloth from dust and grease, polish the chest of drawers from all sides, and you can use it.

Important! If the chest of drawers has additional elements, for example, open shelves or a mirror, then install them according to the marks made by the manufacturer. Use self-tapping screws and screws for assembly.

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How to assemble a plastic chest of drawers?

A special niche is occupied by plastic chests of drawers. They can be used in the bathroom, where the humidity is constantly high, or in the kitchen for storing dishes.This piece of furniture is very comfortable, functional, practical and fits any interior. Durable plastic allows the product to serve for a long time and not give care with care.

Important! The most important advantage of a plastic chest of drawers is mobility. The chest of drawers is very easy and quick to assemble and disassemble, while it does not take up much space in the assembled and, especially, disassembled form.

Assembling a chest of drawers is easy enough. Consider the installation steps using an example of a plastic chest of drawers with four niches.

The entire design of the chest of drawers is assembled from top to bottom in this way:

1. Take the lid and turn it upside down.
2. Insert 4 side posts into the grooves of the cover.
3. Install the base on the uprights (also upside down).
4. Insert the next 4 racks into the base. And so on.
5. Insert the legs into the last base.
6. Turn the product over. It turned out a ready-made and stable frame.
7. Take the box, fix the panel with the handle on it. Boxes, panels, handles are supplied separately from each other, fixed by fasteners-latches. The handle is inserted into the holes, fixed with a strap on the back.
8. Collect all the boxes in the manner described above.
9. Install the boxes in the frame.

Important! The plastic chest of drawers can be disassembled according to the same scheme. Do not use force during installation. High-quality factory products are made according to the pattern with perfect eyeliner and flawless fixation.

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As you can see, it is not difficult to assemble a chest of drawers with drawers, and for this it is not necessary to be a professional furniture collector. The main thing is to have the elementary skills of a home master, the right tool and patience. We hope our tips and tricks have helped you in the assembly process. Now install the chest of drawers in the place intended for him and enjoy the work done!