# How to assemble IKEA BRIMNES bed frame with storage & headboard > BRIMNES bed frame with storage & headboard, black/Luröy, Queen **Interactive guide**: [Open the full step-by-step guide on howtoassemble.it](https://howtoassemble.it/step-by-step/ikea/brimnes-bed-frame-with-storage-headboard-79129608) 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-bed-frame-with-storage-headboard-79129608) to watch the video side-by-side with each step. ![BRIMNES bed frame with storage & headboard](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/79129608/product.webp) ## BRIMNES Bed frame with storage ### Materials needed | Part | Quantity | |------|----------| | Double-ended Connector Bolt (110115) | 2 | | Shouldered Screw (118331) | 10 | | Threaded Connector Pin (114671) | 4 | | Long Ribbed Dowel (101359) | 8 | | Medium Ribbed Dowel (101350) | 8 | | Short Ribbed Dowel (101345) | 6 | | Wood Screw (102138) | 12 | | Short Wood Screw (100365) | 20 | | Cam Lock (110630) | 14 | | Cover Cap (110646) | 12 | | Wheel Fitting (114670) | 4 | | Nail Strip (122628) | 6 | | Hex Key (100049) | 1 | | Drawer Side Panel (10050611) | 4 | | Drawer Runner Slide Set (139505) | 4 | | Long Slotted Rail (117228) | 4 | | Long Channel Rail (118301) | 4 | ### Steps > ℹ️ Preparation and safety guidance: use correct screwdriver types and a hammer, do not assemble while impaired, assemble on a soft surface to avoid damage, and consult instructions or IKEA support if unsure. > ℹ️ Parts-bag panel labeled 2 showing four hardware items with part IDs 110789, 105163, 117327, and 191315 and quantities 20x, 8x, 12x, and 8x. > ℹ️ Parts-bag panel labeled 3 showing seven hardware items with part IDs 110519, 18331, 101345, 109567, 119030/118224, 100365, and 100359 with quantities 16x, 16x, 16x, 8x, 16x, 24x, and 8x. > ℹ️ Standalone metal bracket part 121370 with quantity 2x. > ℹ️ Standalone large metal bracket part 116791 with quantity 2x. > ℹ️ Information panel shows the bed frame orientation and internal support placement before starting this step. **Step 1:** The user places the four boards on the floor and installs 2 cam locks (110630) into each indicated board hole, using only the approved cam type and orienting/tightening as shown. ![Step 1](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/79129608/brimnes-bed-frame-with-storage-black/images/steps/step-01.png) **Step 2:** The two side panels labeled CR and CL each receive three 100365 screws into part 139505 on the rail side, then both panels are turned over and positioned with the long panel. ![Step 2](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/79129608/brimnes-bed-frame-with-storage-black/images/steps/step-02.png) **Step 3:** The rails with wheel fittings are positioned on the two shorter boards and each rail is fastened with three screws while the callouts show the correct screw type and orientation. ![Step 3](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/79129608/brimnes-bed-frame-with-storage-black/images/steps/step-03.png) **Step 4:** Eight wooden dowels are inserted into the edge holes of the boards, with the zoom and comparison box indicating the correct dowel length to use. ![Step 4](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/79129608/brimnes-bed-frame-with-storage-black/images/steps/step-04.png) **Step 5:** The two side panels are slid inward onto the connector bolts while the close-up indicates the connector should be pushed in by hand, and the crossed-out icon indicates not to hammer or force it. ![Step 5](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/79129608/brimnes-bed-frame-with-storage-black/images/steps/step-05.png) **Step 6:** The four side panels are joined at the center and cam locks are inserted and tightened, with an inline box indicating to use part 110630 and not 119030 or 118224. ![Step 6](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/79129608/brimnes-bed-frame-with-storage-black/images/steps/step-06.png) **Step 7:** Two long rails are shown and two pads (122628) are pressed into the marked holes, highlighted by a zoom callout. ![Step 7](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/79129608/brimnes-bed-frame-with-storage-black/images/steps/step-07.png) **Step 8:** Two screw fittings (118331) are inserted into the predrilled holes of the two long rails and tightened with a screwdriver. ![Step 8](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/79129608/brimnes-bed-frame-with-storage-black/images/steps/step-08.png) **Step 9:** Six dowels (101345) are pressed into the rail end and center holes while the previously installed screw fittings remain in place. ![Step 9](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/79129608/brimnes-bed-frame-with-storage-black/images/steps/step-09.png) **Step 10:** Two side panels are lowered into position onto the crossing frame while long rails remain aligned on both sides. ![Step 10](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/79129608/brimnes-bed-frame-with-storage-black/images/steps/step-10.png) **Step 11:** The cam locks are inserted and tightened at the lower joint, with zoom callouts showing correct cam type and screwdriver turning direction. ![Step 11](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/79129608/brimnes-bed-frame-with-storage-black/images/steps/step-11.png) **Step 12:** The user places six rail assemblies on the two panels (CR and CL) and fastens each point with screw 102138 through washer 139505 and spacer 110646, with the rail orientation indicated by the finger icons. ![Step 12](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/79129608/brimnes-bed-frame-with-storage-black/images/steps/step-12.png) **Step 13:** The installer places four 122628 inserts into the edge holes of both long panels as shown in the zoom callout. ![Step 13](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/79129608/brimnes-bed-frame-with-storage-black/images/steps/step-13.png) **Step 14:** The installer hand-screws four 114671 threaded pins into the marked holes on the two panels, indicated by the rotation arrow in the zoom callout. ![Step 14](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/79129608/brimnes-bed-frame-with-storage-black/images/steps/step-14.png) **Step 15:** Screw eight cam bolts into the indicated holes on the two large panels, using the inset rotation detail for direction. ![Step 15](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/79129608/brimnes-bed-frame-with-storage-black/images/steps/step-15.png) **Step 16:** Assemble the main frame by positioning the side and divider panels onto the base rails in the shown orientation. ![Step 16](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/79129608/brimnes-bed-frame-with-storage-black/images/steps/step-16.png) **Step 17:** The frame and divider panels are aligned, four cam locks 110630 are inserted into the top holes, and then tightened with a screwdriver while avoiding part 118224. ![Step 17](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/79129608/brimnes-bed-frame-with-storage-black/images/steps/step-17.png) **Step 18:** Two long boards each receive two cam locks 114670 inserted into the end holes and pressed into place by hand. ![Step 18](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/79129608/brimnes-bed-frame-with-storage-black/images/steps/step-18.png) **Step 19:** Insert four 101359 dowels into the indicated holes on the two long rails, with the inset showing the correct dowel type versus the crossed-out alternative. ![Step 19](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/79129608/brimnes-bed-frame-with-storage-black/images/steps/step-19.png) **Step 20:** Attach bracket 121370 to the two rails using two 100365 screws, with the inset indicating to use 100365 and not the crossed-out screw type. ![Step 20](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/79129608/brimnes-bed-frame-with-storage-black/images/steps/step-20.png) **Step 21:** The assembler aligns and attaches the long side panel onto the partially assembled frame with internal divider panels and rails. ![Step 21](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/79129608/brimnes-bed-frame-with-storage-black/images/steps/step-21.png) **Step 22:** Two people position and join a long side panel onto the cabinet base and internal dividers, then tighten the cam lock with the included hex key as shown in the zoom callouts. ![Step 22](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/79129608/brimnes-bed-frame-with-storage-black/images/steps/step-22.png) **Step 23:** The person positions and aligns the long side panel onto the frame, with a zoom callout specifying to use screw 100365 (1x) and not 100359. ![Step 23](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/79129608/brimnes-bed-frame-with-storage-black/images/steps/step-23.png) **Step 24:** The person lowers and aligns the remaining long panel into place on the partially assembled frame. ![Step 24](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/79129608/brimnes-bed-frame-with-storage-black/images/steps/step-24.png) **Step 25:** The frame sections are drawn together and locked by turning one cam lock with the included hex key, as shown in the three zoom callouts and the cam-orientation inset. ![Step 25](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/79129608/brimnes-bed-frame-with-storage-black/images/steps/step-25.png) **Step 26:** One screw type is selected and driven into the bracketed side rail connection, as shown in the zoom callout, to secure the frame section. ![Step 26](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/79129608/brimnes-bed-frame-with-storage-black/images/steps/step-26.png) **Step 27:** The front panel is aligned and slid into position onto the assembled frame in the indicated direction. ![Step 27](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/79129608/brimnes-bed-frame-with-storage-black/images/steps/step-27.png) **Step 28:** The cam locks are tightened in two places to pull the side panel tightly together, as shown in the zoom sequence and applied to the frame below. ![Step 28](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/79129608/brimnes-bed-frame-with-storage-black/images/steps/step-28.png) **Step 29:** The cam locks are inserted and then turned to secure the frame, shown with two zoom callouts for placement and rotation. ![Step 29](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/79129608/brimnes-bed-frame-with-storage-black/images/steps/step-29.png) > ℹ️ Information panel shows correct mattress orientation with the dashed edge aligned one way and the opposite orientation crossed out. **Step 30:** Insert and tighten sixteen 110789 screws into the inner frame rails using a screwdriver, as shown in the zoom callout, while avoiding screw type 105163. ![Step 30](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/79129608/brimnes-bed-frame-with-storage-black/images/steps/step-30.png) **Step 31:** Secure the metal bracket to the inner frame using two screws, following the shown orientation and using the correct screw type. ![Step 31](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/79129608/brimnes-bed-frame-with-storage-black/images/steps/step-31.png) **Step 32:** Attach part 117228 to the bed frame using four screws 117327, with two zoom callouts showing the screw positions and fastening detail. ![Step 32](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/79129608/brimnes-bed-frame-with-storage-black/images/steps/step-32.png) > ℹ️ Top reference panel shows acceptable straight alignment and two incorrect bowed/twisted frame shapes marked with X. **Step 33:** Insert and tighten four screws (117327) into the frame corners while keeping the frame square, as shown by the zoomed detail and guide arrows. ![Step 33](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/79129608/brimnes-bed-frame-with-storage-black/images/steps/step-33.png) **Step 34:** The gas lift mechanism is positioned and lowered onto the left-side mounting point inside the bed frame. ![Step 34](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/79129608/brimnes-bed-frame-with-storage-black/images/steps/step-34.png) **Step 35:** The mechanism arm is pulled and guided down toward the right side to align it into place inside the frame. ![Step 35](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/79129608/brimnes-bed-frame-with-storage-black/images/steps/step-35.png) > ℹ️ An information panel shows the slatted base being placed onto the bed frame and indicates that parts 105163 and 191315 must not be used in this operation. **Step 36:** Install eight 191315 clips onto the frame posts and insert 105163 threaded fasteners at the indicated points around the bed frame. ![Step 36](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/79129608/brimnes-bed-frame-with-storage-black/images/steps/step-36.png) **Step 37:** The slatted bed base is unrolled and positioned onto the bed frame, with the inset indicating alignment at the corner. ![Step 37](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/79129608/brimnes-bed-frame-with-storage-black/images/steps/step-37.png) **Step 38:** Four dowels (part 101345) are inserted into the panel edge holes while the drawer components are laid out on a soft surface. ![Step 38](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/79129608/brimnes-bed-frame-with-storage-black/images/steps/step-38.png) **Step 39:** The user screws four 118331 fasteners into the base panel and positions the two side panels for assembly. ![Step 39](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/79129608/brimnes-bed-frame-with-storage-black/images/steps/step-39.png) **Step 40:** The two upright side panels are lowered onto the installed fasteners on the base, aligning with the indicated orientation. ![Step 40](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/79129608/brimnes-bed-frame-with-storage-black/images/steps/step-40.png) **Step 41:** Insert and lock four cam fittings into the side panels on the base, following the orientation shown in the zoom callouts. ![Step 41](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/79129608/brimnes-bed-frame-with-storage-black/images/steps/step-41.png) **Step 42:** Slide the large back panel downward into the grooves between the two side panels and base. ![Step 42](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/79129608/brimnes-bed-frame-with-storage-black/images/steps/step-42.png) **Step 43:** Place the top panel onto the assembly, aligning it with the side panels as indicated by the curved arrow. ![Step 43](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/79129608/brimnes-bed-frame-with-storage-black/images/steps/step-43.png) **Step 44:** The screws 110519 are inserted into the side panel holes and tightened with a hammer-assisted fit, four times, to secure the cabinet frame. ![Step 44](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/79129608/brimnes-bed-frame-with-storage-black/images/steps/step-44.png) **Step 45:** The drawer is aligned onto the rails and lowered into place, then six screws 100365 are used (with 100359 excluded and 100365 confirmed) to fasten the drawer slide connection. ![Step 45](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/79129608/brimnes-bed-frame-with-storage-black/images/steps/step-45.png) **Step 46:** The drawer base is fitted with the rail/bracket piece and secured with one screw on each side as shown in the sequence of zoomed callouts. ![Step 46](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/79129608/brimnes-bed-frame-with-storage-black/images/steps/step-46.png) **Step 47:** Two screws are driven through the drawer front area into the side/front connection points, with the screw orientation and target edge shown in the zoom callout. ![Step 47](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/79129608/brimnes-bed-frame-with-storage-black/images/steps/step-47.png) **Step 48:** The drawer is shown being pulled out from the bed base. ![Step 48](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/79129608/brimnes-bed-frame-with-storage-black/images/steps/step-48.png) > ℹ️ A caution panel shows that stepping into or onto the open drawer is not allowed. 📄 [Official PDF instructions](https://www.ikea.com/us/en/assembly_instructions/brimnes-bed-frame-with-storage-black__AA-473492-22-100.pdf) ## BRIMNES Headboard with storage compartment ### Materials needed | Part | Quantity | |------|----------| | Protective Edge Strip (122628) | 2 | | Cam Lock Pin (110115) | 6 | | Screw Dowel (118331) | 28 | | Wooden Dowel (long) (101356) | 12 | | Wooden Dowel (short) (101345) | 26 | | Cam Lock Nut (119253/118137/119081) | 40 | | Wood Screw (100349) | 4 | | Metal Pin (101532) | 8 | | Corner Fitting Plate (115753) | 2 | | Corner Fitting Block (115754/118225/121184) | 2 | | Wall Bracket Plate (103693) | 2 | ### Steps > ℹ️ Full-page multilingual anti-tip-over safety warning stating that furniture must be fixed to the wall and that wall screws/plugs are not included. > ℹ️ Preparation and safety guidance panels show required tools, recommended two-person assembly, assembling on a soft surface, and consulting instructions or contacting IKEA support if unsure. **Step 1:** Three connector bolts (110115) are inserted into the center long panel, then the side boards are aligned for joining as shown in the zoom detail. ![Step 1](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/79129608/brimnes-headboard-with-storage-compartment-black/images/steps/step-01.png) **Step 2:** Three ribbed dowels (101356) and one connector bolt are placed at each joint, and the side boards are pushed inward onto the center panel in the indicated orientation. ![Step 2](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/79129608/brimnes-headboard-with-storage-compartment-black/images/steps/step-02.png) **Step 3:** Six cam locks are inserted into the predrilled holes and then tightened with a screwdriver to secure the cross pieces to the long board. ![Step 3](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/79129608/brimnes-headboard-with-storage-compartment-black/images/steps/step-03.png) **Step 4:** The panel sections are slid inward along the grooves between the frame boards, as indicated by the arrows and the zoom detail. ![Step 4](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/79129608/brimnes-headboard-with-storage-compartment-black/images/steps/step-04.png) **Step 5:** Insert three cam pins (110115) into the predrilled holes of the frame assembly as shown in the zoom callout. ![Step 5](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/79129608/brimnes-headboard-with-storage-compartment-black/images/steps/step-05.png) **Step 6:** Place the long rail onto the assembly and insert three long dowels (101356), not the short dowels (101345), into the indicated holes with the cam pin in the center. ![Step 6](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/79129608/brimnes-headboard-with-storage-compartment-black/images/steps/step-06.png) **Step 7:** The cam locks are inserted into the predrilled holes and turned with a screwdriver to lock them into the panel. ![Step 7](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/79129608/brimnes-headboard-with-storage-compartment-black/images/steps/step-07.png) **Step 8:** Ten threaded connector bolts are screwed into the marked holes across the panel using a screwdriver. ![Step 8](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/79129608/brimnes-headboard-with-storage-compartment-black/images/steps/step-08.png) **Step 9:** The user screws four cam bolts (118331) into the marked holes on the large panel, using the finger-indicated positions shown in the two board views. ![Step 9](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/79129608/brimnes-headboard-with-storage-compartment-black/images/steps/step-09.png) **Step 10:** The user inserts four wooden dowels (101345) and positions two vertical side panels onto the base panel, aligning edges and hole orientation as shown in the zoom callouts. ![Step 10](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/79129608/brimnes-headboard-with-storage-compartment-black/images/steps/step-10.png) **Step 11:** Two side panels are positioned onto the base panel and four cam locks are inserted and tightened as shown in the zoom callouts. ![Step 11](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/79129608/brimnes-headboard-with-storage-compartment-black/images/steps/step-11.png) **Step 12:** Eight screws are installed into the indicated holes across the two large panels, with the screw type shown in the zoom inset. ![Step 12](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/79129608/brimnes-headboard-with-storage-compartment-black/images/steps/step-12.png) **Step 13:** Insert ten dowels into the side and divider panels, then slide on the outer side panels from both left and right as shown. ![Step 13](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/79129608/brimnes-headboard-with-storage-compartment-black/images/steps/step-13.png) **Step 14:** Install and turn eight cam locks into the predrilled holes to secure the joined panels. ![Step 14](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/79129608/brimnes-headboard-with-storage-compartment-black/images/steps/step-14.png) **Step 15:** The side assemblies are positioned onto the base panels and eight dowels (101345) are inserted as indicated in the zoom callout. ![Step 15](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/79129608/brimnes-headboard-with-storage-compartment-black/images/steps/step-15.png) **Step 16:** A central vertical panel is aligned and lowered onto the dowels between the two side assemblies, with two additional dowels (101345) highlighted in the zoom callout. ![Step 16](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/79129608/brimnes-headboard-with-storage-compartment-black/images/steps/step-16.png) **Step 17:** The cam locks are inserted and turned to secure the upright panels and box section onto the base assembly. ![Step 17](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/79129608/brimnes-headboard-with-storage-compartment-black/images/steps/step-17.png) **Step 18:** Two small corner brackets are fixed with screws to the side panel tops and then positioned onto the assembly. ![Step 18](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/79129608/brimnes-headboard-with-storage-compartment-black/images/steps/step-18.png) **Step 19:** Two people tilt the assembly upright after tapping in two 122628 edge pieces with a hammer, as shown in the zoom callouts. ![Step 19](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/79129608/brimnes-headboard-with-storage-compartment-black/images/steps/step-19.png) **Step 20:** You secure two cam fittings in the side panels, tighten them with a screwdriver as shown in the zoom callouts, and position the frame against the wall. ![Step 20](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/79129608/brimnes-headboard-with-storage-compartment-black/images/steps/step-20.png) **Step 21:** Two drawer-front pieces are positioned and aligned to the frame, with the callout showing the correct part orientation and insertion direction. ![Step 21](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/79129608/brimnes-headboard-with-storage-compartment-black/images/steps/step-21.png) **Step 22:** Six cam screws (118331) are threaded into the marked holes along the long panel, as shown in the zoom callout. ![Step 22](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/79129608/brimnes-headboard-with-storage-compartment-black/images/steps/step-22.png) **Step 23:** The top panel is lowered onto the frame onto two dowels, with a zoom detail showing the edge notch orientation and a callout indicating two pins (101345). ![Step 23](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/79129608/brimnes-headboard-with-storage-compartment-black/images/steps/step-23.png) **Step 24:** Six cam locks are inserted into the top panel and then turned with a screwdriver to secure the panel to the frame. ![Step 24](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/79129608/brimnes-headboard-with-storage-compartment-black/images/steps/step-24.png) **Step 25:** The installer inserts eight cam pins (part 101532) into the side holes of the frame. ![Step 25](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/79129608/brimnes-headboard-with-storage-compartment-black/images/steps/step-25.png) **Step 26:** The installer lowers the side panel onto the installed pin and slides the lower shelves inward from both sides. ![Step 26](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/79129608/brimnes-headboard-with-storage-compartment-black/images/steps/step-26.png) 📄 [Official PDF instructions](https://www.ikea.com/us/en/assembly_instructions/brimnes-headboard-with-storage-compartment-black__AA-472733-15-100.pdf) --- Assembling the IKEA BRIMNES bed frame with storage & headboard is easy when you follow these instructions step by step. Each step includes a clear image and description so anyone can do it — no experience needed. For the best experience, [open the interactive guide on howtoassemble.it](https://howtoassemble.it/step-by-step/ikea/brimnes-bed-frame-with-storage-headboard-79129608) where you can zoom into diagrams, track your progress, and watch the synced video tutorial. Source: [howtoassemble.it](https://howtoassemble.it/step-by-step/ikea/brimnes-bed-frame-with-storage-headboard-79129608)