# How to assemble IKEA BRIMNES 3-drawer dresser > BRIMNES 3-drawer dresser, white, 303/4x181/8x373/8" **Interactive guide**: [Open the full step-by-step guide on howtoassemble.it](https://howtoassemble.it/step-by-step/ikea/brimnes-3-drawer-dresser-40572832) to follow along with zoomable instruction images, progress tracking, and assembly checklists. **Video tutorial**: This guide includes a synced video walkthrough. [Open the guide](https://howtoassemble.it/step-by-step/ikea/brimnes-3-drawer-dresser-40572832) to watch the video side-by-side with each step. ![BRIMNES 3-drawer dresser](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/40572832/product.webp) ## BRIMNES 3-drawer dresser ### Materials needed | Part | Quantity | |------|----------| | Screw (109574) | 2 | | Wall Plug (10087223) | 2 | | Small Screw (109049) | 2 | | Washer (100823) | 4 | | Wall Bracket (106989) | 2 | ### Steps > ℹ️ Top-of-manual anti-tipover safety warnings with prohibition/requirement pictograms and multilingual text (English, French, Spanish) instructing wall anchoring, no TV placement, child safety, one drawer at a time, and heavy items in lower drawers. > ℹ️ Tool and wall-type preparation guidance shows required screwdrivers, pencil, hammer, drill, drill bit sizes, and which anchor/bit combinations to use for masonry, hollow, and wood walls. > ℹ️ Hardware bag and tip-over prevention warning shows wall-fixing hardware and indicates loading the unit requires securing it to the wall. > ℹ️ Two-person handling safety panel shows proper teamwork and forbids assembling alone. > ℹ️ > ℹ️ Parts-bag panel for step 2 showing required hardware: 101345 (12x), 110519 (12x), 118331 (12x), 119030/118224 cam lock (12x), 109567 (6x), 105344 (6x), 146114 (12x), and 107091 pads (3x). **Step 1:** Place panels IKEA CR and IKEA CL on a soft surface and tighten 9 screws (146114) into the predrilled positions shown in the two zoom callouts. ![Step 1](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/40572832/brimnes-3-drawer-dresser-white/images/steps/step-01.png) **Step 2:** The installer screws eight cam bolts (118331) into the predrilled holes of two large side panels, with the zoom callout showing the screw orientation and turning direction. ![Step 2](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/40572832/brimnes-3-drawer-dresser-white/images/steps/step-02.png) **Step 3:** The installer inserts twenty wooden dowels (101345) into the edge holes across four shelf panels and one rail piece, as indicated by the enlarged hole-and-dowel callout. ![Step 3](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/40572832/brimnes-3-drawer-dresser-white/images/steps/step-03.png) **Step 4:** A long narrow upright panel is lowered onto the left side of the base assembly next to the two horizontal boards. ![Step 4](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/40572832/brimnes-3-drawer-dresser-white/images/steps/step-04.png) **Step 5:** A larger vertical side panel is lowered into position on the front-right area of the base while the previously installed upright remains at the back-left. ![Step 5](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/40572832/brimnes-3-drawer-dresser-white/images/steps/step-05.png) **Step 6:** Three vertical panels are lowered onto the base between the side structures, aligning into position as indicated by downward arrows. ![Step 6](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/40572832/brimnes-3-drawer-dresser-white/images/steps/step-06.png) **Step 7:** Four cam locks are inserted and tightened from the lower side area to secure the installed panels, with a zoom callout showing lock orientation and screwdriver rotation. ![Step 7](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/40572832/brimnes-3-drawer-dresser-white/images/steps/step-07.png) **Step 8:** The two metal corner brackets are fastened onto both ends of the long rail with two screws at each end, with a zoom callout showing tightening direction and screw details. ![Step 8](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/40572832/brimnes-3-drawer-dresser-white/images/steps/step-08.png) **Step 9:** Two plastic end caps are pushed into the side holes near each end of the rail, as shown by arrows and a zoom callout identifying part 153548. ![Step 9](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/40572832/brimnes-3-drawer-dresser-white/images/steps/step-09.png) **Step 10:** The side frame is lowered onto the base and one screw is tightened into the corner bracket as shown in the zoomed callout. ![Step 10](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/40572832/brimnes-3-drawer-dresser-white/images/steps/step-10.png) **Step 11:** The top panel is rotated into position and lowered down onto the cabinet frame. ![Step 11](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/40572832/brimnes-3-drawer-dresser-white/images/steps/step-11.png) **Step 12:** Insert four cam locks into the side panel holes and turn them upward to lock. ![Step 12](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/40572832/brimnes-3-drawer-dresser-white/images/steps/step-12.png) **Step 13:** Secure the corner bracket with one screw using a screwdriver, as shown in the zoom callout. ![Step 13](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/40572832/brimnes-3-drawer-dresser-white/images/steps/step-13.png) **Step 14:** Insert four cover caps (part 153548) onto the exposed side holes near the cabinet’s right frame, as indicated by the zoom callout. ![Step 14](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/40572832/brimnes-3-drawer-dresser-white/images/steps/step-14.png) **Step 15:** The installer positions two metal brackets on the panel and fastens each with a screw and washer as shown in the zoom detail. ![Step 15](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/40572832/brimnes-3-drawer-dresser-white/images/steps/step-15.png) **Step 16:** The installer screws four threaded inserts into the panel holes while keeping the previously mounted brackets in place. ![Step 16](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/40572832/brimnes-3-drawer-dresser-white/images/steps/step-16.png) **Step 17:** The cabinet frame is turned and four dowels (101345) are inserted into the top edge holes, with a zoom callout showing the dowel placement and quantity. ![Step 17](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/40572832/brimnes-3-drawer-dresser-white/images/steps/step-17.png) **Step 18:** The top panel is lowered onto the cabinet frame and aligned with the upper fittings, with a zoom inset showing the connector and bracket detail. ![Step 18](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/40572832/brimnes-3-drawer-dresser-white/images/steps/step-18.png) **Step 19:** Four cam locks are inserted and turned with a screwdriver to secure the top panel to the cabinet. ![Step 19](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/40572832/brimnes-3-drawer-dresser-white/images/steps/step-19.png) **Step 20:** The wall bracket is aligned and fixed at the top rear of the cabinet using the shown fasteners, then tightened with a screwdriver and finished with a final tightening tool. ![Step 20](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/40572832/brimnes-3-drawer-dresser-white/images/steps/step-20.png) **Step 21:** The cabinet is pushed sideways into its final position as indicated by the horizontal arrow. ![Step 21](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/40572832/brimnes-3-drawer-dresser-white/images/steps/step-21.png) > ℹ️ Wall anchoring guidance panel with QR code, secure-it URL, and a tip-over prevention illustration showing fastening furniture to a wall. > ℹ️ Reference panel A for solid wall anchoring, showing plug and screw usage, required 5/16 in (8 mm) drill bit, marking, drilling depth 2 3/4 in (70 mm), and hammering in wall plug. > ℹ️ Reference panel B for hollow wall anchoring, showing screw and plug usage, required 5/16 in (8 mm) drill bit, marking, drilling depth approximately 1 1/4 in (30 mm), and inserting wall plug. > ℹ️ Reference panel C for solid wood anchoring, showing screw without plug, required 1/8 in (3 mm) drill bit, marking, and drilling depth approximately 1 1/4 in (30 mm). **Step 23:** The cabinet is positioned against the wall and two top anti-tip brackets are fastened with screws through the wall fitting points. ![Step 23](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/40572832/brimnes-3-drawer-dresser-white/images/steps/step-23.png) **Step 24:** A horizontal stabilizing rail is inserted and hooked into side brackets, then secured by tightening screws on both sides. ![Step 24](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/40572832/brimnes-3-drawer-dresser-white/images/steps/step-24.png) **Step 25:** Install four cam screws (118331) into the panel using a screwdriver, as shown in the zoom detail, then align the board with the predrilled holes. ![Step 25](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/40572832/brimnes-3-drawer-dresser-white/images/steps/step-25.png) **Step 26:** Insert four dowels (101345) into each side-panel-and-base subassembly layout, shown for mirrored left and right configurations, with a tip-over warning callout included. ![Step 26](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/40572832/brimnes-3-drawer-dresser-white/images/steps/step-26.png) **Step 27:** Insert and lock four cam fasteners to secure the side panels to the base frame, shown for both product configurations. ![Step 27](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/40572832/brimnes-3-drawer-dresser-white/images/steps/step-27.png) **Step 28:** The back panel is lowered down into the bottom groove between the two side panels. ![Step 28](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/40572832/brimnes-3-drawer-dresser-white/images/steps/step-28.png) **Step 29:** The top panel is angled in and placed onto the side panels, aligning with the side connection points shown in the inset. ![Step 29](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/40572832/brimnes-3-drawer-dresser-white/images/steps/step-29.png) **Step 30:** Four screws (110519) are driven into the upper side joints to secure the top panel, using a hammer as illustrated in the callout. ![Step 30](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/40572832/brimnes-3-drawer-dresser-white/images/steps/step-30.png) **Step 31:** The frame is positioned upside down and two caps (107091) are pressed into the indicated holes. ![Step 31](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/40572832/brimnes-3-drawer-dresser-white/images/steps/step-31.png) **Step 32:** Two runner assemblies (10047909/10050507) are inserted downward onto the top edges of the box side panels. ![Step 32](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/40572832/brimnes-3-drawer-dresser-white/images/steps/step-32.png) **Step 33:** Four screws (146114) are driven into the runner brackets, with a note not to use screw type 105344. ![Step 33](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/40572832/brimnes-3-drawer-dresser-white/images/steps/step-33.png) **Step 34:** Attach the rail to the cabinet side using screw 105344 and align the top rail piece as shown. ![Step 34](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/40572832/brimnes-3-drawer-dresser-white/images/steps/step-34.png) **Step 35:** Position the rail bracket at the cabinet edge and secure it with one 105344 screw. ![Step 35](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/40572832/brimnes-3-drawer-dresser-white/images/steps/step-35.png) **Step 36:** Rotate the unit, then fasten the drawer front with two 109567 screws and hook the lower edge into place as indicated. ![Step 36](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/40572832/brimnes-3-drawer-dresser-white/images/steps/step-36.png) 📄 [Official PDF instructions](https://www.ikea.com/us/en/assembly_instructions/brimnes-3-drawer-dresser-white__AA-2400494-3-100.pdf) --- Assembling the IKEA BRIMNES 3-drawer dresser is easy when you follow these instructions step by step. 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