# How to assemble IKEA HAVSTA cabinet with base > HAVSTA cabinet with base, white, 317/8x181/2x35" **Interactive guide**: [Open the full step-by-step guide on howtoassemble.it](https://howtoassemble.it/step-by-step/ikea/havsta-cabinet-with-base-00529242) 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/havsta-cabinet-with-base-00529242) to watch the video side-by-side with each step. ![HAVSTA cabinet with base](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/00529242/product.webp) ## HAVSTA Cabinet with base ### Materials needed | Part | Quantity | |------|----------| | Threaded Insert (101560) | 2 | | Machine Screw (119976) | 2 | | Small Screw (109049) | 2 | | Cam Lock Fitting (10043847) | 4 | | Cover Pin (144574) | 4 | | Plastic Anchor Insert (144575) | 4 | | Left Clip Piece (10093081) | 7 | | Right Clip Piece (10093082) | 7 | | Round Washer Plate (126916) | 2 | | Block Spacer (133303) | 2 | | Dual-adhesive Pad Sheet (102384) | 1 | | Adjustable Bracket Foot (141413) | 2 | | Ribbed Adjustment Knob (141414) | 2 | | Wedge Clip (109734) | 2 | | Round Knob (194867) | 2 | | Hinge Assembly (175136) | 2 | | Hinge Assembly Variant (152517) | 2 | | Expansion Bolt (10047135) | 8 | | Ribbed Dowel (101350) | 8 | | Hex-head Screw/bolt (159991/159992/10101154) | 2 | | Cam Lock (10069936) | 8 | | Cover Cap (144574) | 8 | | Plastic Insert/fastener (144575) | 8 | | Clip Block (153549) | 2 | | Angle Bracket (108255) | 4 | | Adjustment Wrench (190459) | 1 | ### Steps > ℹ️ Preparation and safety guidance panels show using correct tools, assembling with two people, avoiding floor damage by working on a soft surface, and contacting IKEA support if unsure. > ℹ️ Two safety panels show cabinet stability cautions: ensure proper setup/alignment and do not let the unit tip while being handled. **Step 1:** The side panels are aligned and connected while the lower edge detail is shown in three zoom circles indicating hook alignment, lateral sliding engagement, and a downward press to lock. ![Step 1](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/00529242/havsta-cabinet-with-base-white/images/steps/step-01.png) **Step 2:** The left side panel is moved inward and aligned to connect with the front edge fasteners of the partially assembled frame. ![Step 2](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/00529242/havsta-cabinet-with-base-white/images/steps/step-02.png) **Step 3:** The top panel is lowered from above and hooked onto the side and rear panel connectors to form the upper structure. ![Step 3](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/00529242/havsta-cabinet-with-base-white/images/steps/step-03.png) **Step 4:** The cabinet is rotated and the large back panel is slid into the rear groove, with a zoom inset showing the panel edge alignment. ![Step 4](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/00529242/havsta-cabinet-with-base-white/images/steps/step-04.png) **Step 5:** Four fasteners are installed along the panel edge, with zoom callouts showing two hardware orientations (144575 and 144574). ![Step 5](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/00529242/havsta-cabinet-with-base-white/images/steps/step-05.png) **Step 6:** The installer inserts and turns seven cam-lock fasteners into the side holes while the zoom callouts show insertion orientation and finger-turn locking. ![Step 6](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/00529242/havsta-cabinet-with-base-white/images/steps/step-06.png) **Step 7:** The user inserts four 101350 dowels into the indicated side panel holes while orienting the boards correctly as shown in the hand-pointed detail. ![Step 7](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/00529242/havsta-cabinet-with-base-white/images/steps/step-07.png) **Step 8:** The assembler inserts eight cam bolts into the indicated holes on four panels, with the callout showing the correct bolt orientation and warning against using the wrong threaded variant. ![Step 8](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/00529242/havsta-cabinet-with-base-white/images/steps/step-08.png) **Step 9:** The assembler mounts four metal L-brackets onto the predrilled holes of two short panels using four screws, as shown in the enlarged bracket-and-screw callout. ![Step 9](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/00529242/havsta-cabinet-with-base-white/images/steps/step-09.png) **Step 10:** The side panels are prepared by inserting four fasteners into the metal brackets and preinstalled holes, with the hardware detail shown in a zoom callout. ![Step 10](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/00529242/havsta-cabinet-with-base-white/images/steps/step-10.png) **Step 11:** The two side panels are rotated upright and aligned toward the long panel/base so the corner joints can be connected. ![Step 11](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/00529242/havsta-cabinet-with-base-white/images/steps/step-11.png) **Step 12:** The cam locks are turned and tightened (4x, part 1069936) while aligning and securing the drawer frame pieces with the front panel positioned for assembly. ![Step 12](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/00529242/havsta-cabinet-with-base-white/images/steps/step-12.png) **Step 13:** The long front board is lifted and rotated upward into place to close the rectangular drawer frame. ![Step 13](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/00529242/havsta-cabinet-with-base-white/images/steps/step-13.png) **Step 14:** Insert and turn four cam locks (10075889) to secure the side connections of the rectangular frame. ![Step 14](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/00529242/havsta-cabinet-with-base-white/images/steps/step-14.png) **Step 15:** Insert four wooden dowels (101350) into the top corner holes of the assembled frame. ![Step 15](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/00529242/havsta-cabinet-with-base-white/images/steps/step-15.png) **Step 16:** The side cabinet frame is slid inward from the right and joined to the main cabinet body as shown by the left-pointing arrows. ![Step 16](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/00529242/havsta-cabinet-with-base-white/images/steps/step-16.png) **Step 17:** Four screws (part 144575) are fastened into the interior corner brackets to secure the joined cabinet structure. ![Step 17](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/00529242/havsta-cabinet-with-base-white/images/steps/step-17.png) **Step 18:** The frame is secured with four angle brackets using cam-lock fasteners, shown with a zoomed detail of part 144574. ![Step 18](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/00529242/havsta-cabinet-with-base-white/images/steps/step-18.png) **Step 19:** Two cover caps (part 153549) are pressed into side holes on the frame, with a zoomed inset showing the insertion points. ![Step 19](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/00529242/havsta-cabinet-with-base-white/images/steps/step-19.png) **Step 20:** The cabinet frame is secured with two cam-lock fasteners and then rotated as indicated. ![Step 20](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/00529242/havsta-cabinet-with-base-white/images/steps/step-20.png) **Step 21:** Two 141413 latch parts are mounted on the cabinet side using screws in the marked positions. ![Step 21](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/00529242/havsta-cabinet-with-base-white/images/steps/step-21.png) **Step 22:** The cabinet is turned to access the back, two fasteners are installed and tightened (2x), and the cap is rotated correctly by hand with examples of correct and incorrect orientation. ![Step 22](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/00529242/havsta-cabinet-with-base-white/images/steps/step-22.png) **Step 23:** The installer presses and twists two locking cams at the top edge, then pushes side and bottom clips fully inward to secure the cabinet frame. ![Step 23](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/00529242/havsta-cabinet-with-base-white/images/steps/step-23.png) **Step 24:** The cabinet is leveled against the wall by adjusting the base feet up or down using the included wrench. ![Step 24](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/00529242/havsta-cabinet-with-base-white/images/steps/step-24.png) > ℹ️ Safety panel shows the cabinet must be fixed to the wall and must not be pulled forward or tipped. **Step 25:** Insert the wall-fixing insert into the cabinet side and drive the screw through it until it clicks into place, using the shown insert orientation. ![Step 25](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/00529242/havsta-cabinet-with-base-white/images/steps/step-25.png) **Step 26:** Install one cam screw pair (101560) into the cabinet base from inside, tightening both with a screwdriver as shown in the zoom callout. ![Step 26](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/00529242/havsta-cabinet-with-base-white/images/steps/step-26.png) **Step 27:** Attach one bracket pair (109734) at the top inside area using two screws (109049), tightening both screws with a screwdriver as indicated. ![Step 27](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/00529242/havsta-cabinet-with-base-white/images/steps/step-27.png) **Step 28:** Presses 1 adhesive pad part 102384 onto the inside of the cabinet top area as indicated by the zoom callout. ![Step 28](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/00529242/havsta-cabinet-with-base-white/images/steps/step-28.png) **Step 29:** The cam fittings are installed into the cabinet side and back panel holes, with a zoom callout indicating the required hardware is used four times. ![Step 29](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/00529242/havsta-cabinet-with-base-white/images/steps/step-29.png) **Step 30:** A shelf panel is lowered into the cabinet interior and aligned onto the installed fittings. ![Step 30](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/00529242/havsta-cabinet-with-base-white/images/steps/step-30.png) **Step 31:** The installer positions two hinge plates on the two door panels, confirms correct hinge orientation versus the crossed-out alternative, and tightens two screws per hinge. ![Step 31](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/00529242/havsta-cabinet-with-base-white/images/steps/step-31.png) **Step 32:** The installer positions and secures two hinge plates on the two door panels (2x), then flips the assembled doors upright as indicated by the rotation arrow. ![Step 32](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/00529242/havsta-cabinet-with-base-white/images/steps/step-32.png) **Step 33:** The door with pre-mounted hinges is aligned to the cabinet and pressed onto the hinge plates, with callouts showing screw adjustment and two hinge-plate variants for correct attachment. ![Step 33](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/00529242/havsta-cabinet-with-base-white/images/steps/step-33.png) **Step 34:** Attach two knob assemblies by inserting screw 119976 through each door from the inside and tightening knob 194867 on the outside. ![Step 34](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/00529242/havsta-cabinet-with-base-white/images/steps/step-34.png) > ℹ️ Three standalone circled-info panels show hinge adjustment instructions: vertical adjustment, depth adjustment, and side adjustment using screwdriver turns and directional arrows. > ℹ️ Three stacked informational panels with a circled i show completed HAVSTA cabinet combinations and direct the user to the corresponding detailed manual for each upper-unit door/shelf configuration. 📄 [Official PDF instructions](https://www.ikea.com/us/en/assembly_instructions/havsta-cabinet-with-base-white__AA-2389434-2-100.pdf) --- Assembling the IKEA HAVSTA cabinet with base is easy when you follow these instructions step by step. 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