How to assemble MALM Bed Frame Assembly Guide

MALM — MALM Bed Frame Assembly Guide

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Steps

Parts

Est. time

56–71 min

People

1-2

Difficulty

Hard

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What you'll need

All tools and parts for the full guide, with quantities when available.

PPentalobe

SSpudger

TTweezers

HHeat gun

Step-by-step instructions

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Attach glides to side panelsView in 3D

Attach 6 glides to the bottom edges of the side panels using a hammer.

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Install cam boltsView in 3D

Install 8 cam bolts into the side panels using the provided wrench.

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Insert wooden dowelsView in 3D

Insert 12 wooden dowels into the ends of the side rails.

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Install cam locksView in 3D

Insert 8 cam locks into the side rails and tighten with the hex key.

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Insert wooden dowelsView in 3D

Insert 5 wooden dowels into the top edge of the frame.

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Install cam boltsView in 3D

Install 4 cam bolts into the headboard panel.

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Attach headboardView in 3D

Attach the headboard to the frame using the 4 screws, then secure them with 4 nuts using the included wrench.

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Attach support railsView in 3D

Attach the support rails to the frame using 16 screws.

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Attach bracketsView in 3D

Attach 2 brackets to the frame using 4 screws.

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Attach center railView in 3D

Attach the center rail to the frame using 4 screws.

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Secure center railView in 3D

Secure the center rail with 4 additional screws.

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Install center supportView in 3D

Install the center support beam into the frame.

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Attach slat holdersView in 3D

Attach 8 slat holders to the frame using 8 screws.

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Place slatsView in 3D

Place the slats into the holders.

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Common questions

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TaskHow long does this guide take?

Most people finish in 56–71 min. Go step by step and keep tools nearby before starting.

TaskWhat tools do I need?

You need Pentalobe, Spudger, Tweezers, Heat gun.

ProblemWhat if a part does not line up?

Loosen the previous fasteners, align the part again, and only tighten fully after the connected pieces are seated correctly.

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IKEA

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