# How to assemble IKEA MALM 6-drawer dresser

> MALM 6-drawer dresser, white, 80x123 cm (31 1/2x48 3/8")

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## MALM 6-drawer dresser

### Materials needed

| Part | Quantity |
|------|----------|
| Connector Screw Component (118331) | 18 |
| Connector Screw Component (112996) | 18 |
| Cylindrical Dowel (101359) | 2 |
| Cylindrical Dowel (101345) | 18 |
| Cam Lock Fitting (110126) | 2 |
| Cam Lock (120076) | 16 |
| Angle Bracket (102553) | 2 |
| Screw (105248) | 8 |
| Screw (155669) | 8 |
| Screw (100365) | 4 |
| Handle Component (153548) | 6 |
| Handle Component (158568) | 6 |
| Angle Bracket Plate (10038685) | 2 |
| Hardware Bag (101221) | 1 |
| Slotted Mounting Bracket (106989) | 2 |
| Screw (100949) | 2 |
| Washer (100823) | 4 |
| Long Screw (100948) | 2 |
| Wall Anchor (121714) | 2 |
| Long Rail (155372) | 1 |
| Drawer Slide Rail (118789) | 1 |
| Drawer Slide Rail (118788) | 1 |

### Steps

**Step 1:** Install the indicated cam fittings and hardware into panels 118788 and 118789.
![Step 1](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/40354645/malm-6-drawer-dresser-white/images/steps/step-01.png)

**Step 2:** Install four identified fittings onto the prepared drawer panels as shown.
![Step 2](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/40354645/malm-6-drawer-dresser-white/images/steps/step-02.png)

**Step 3:** Insert eight 101345 dowels into the panels and attach the four upright rails to the prepared assemblies.
![Step 3](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/40354645/malm-6-drawer-dresser-white/images/steps/step-03.png)

**Step 4:** Insert four 101345 cylindrical pins into the indicated holes and assemble the upright panels onto the base panels.
![Step 4](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/40354645/malm-6-drawer-dresser-white/images/steps/step-04.png)

**Step 5:** Install six 120076 cam locks in the indicated joints and tighten them with a screwdriver.
![Step 5](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/40354645/malm-6-drawer-dresser-white/images/steps/step-05.png)

**Step 6:** Fasten the brackets to the rail using two screws of the specified type, and do not use the crossed-out screw.
![Step 6](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/40354645/malm-6-drawer-dresser-white/images/steps/step-06.png)

**Step 7:** Attach the second bracketed component to the rail assembly as shown, using two of the indicated parts.
![Step 7](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/40354645/malm-6-drawer-dresser-white/images/steps/step-07.png)

**Step 8:** Install the vertical rails and secure the corner brackets using the specified 155669 screws, oriented as shown, while avoiding the incorrect 155248 screw and incorrect bracket orientation.
![Step 8](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/40354645/malm-6-drawer-dresser-white/images/steps/step-08.png)

**Step 9:** Lower the top panel onto the assembled frame, aligning it with the upright supports and fittings.
![Step 9](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/40354645/malm-6-drawer-dresser-white/images/steps/step-09.png)

**Step 10:** Install six 120076 cam locks in the top panel and rotate them with a screwdriver to secure the top to the frame.
![Step 10](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/40354645/malm-6-drawer-dresser-white/images/steps/step-10.png)

**Step 11:** Fasten the tabletop assembly to the frame using the correct 155669 screws, positioned as shown, and do not use the crossed-out 155248 screw.
![Step 11](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/40354645/malm-6-drawer-dresser-white/images/steps/step-11.png)

**Step 12:** Insert two 101345 dowels and six identified fasteners into the predrilled holes in the panels, using the illustrated orientation.
![Step 12](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/40354645/malm-6-drawer-dresser-white/images/steps/step-12.png)

**Step 13:** Attach two 102533 brackets to the panel assembly with the correctly oriented 105248 screws.
![Step 13](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/40354645/malm-6-drawer-dresser-white/images/steps/step-13.png)

**Step 14:** Rotates the panel into position as indicated by the curved arrow.
![Step 14](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/40354645/malm-6-drawer-dresser-white/images/steps/step-14.png)

**Step 15:** Fastens the rail to the panel with the indicated screws and rotates the panel as shown.
![Step 15](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/40354645/malm-6-drawer-dresser-white/images/steps/step-15.png)

**Step 16:** Inserts the correct 101359 cylindrical connectors into the base panel and positions the upright panel for assembly.
![Step 16](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/40354645/malm-6-drawer-dresser-white/images/steps/step-16.png)

**Step 17:** Insert two 110126 fittings into the prepared assembly and turn them with a screwdriver as shown; do not use the crossed-out 120076 fitting.
![Step 17](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/40354645/malm-6-drawer-dresser-white/images/steps/step-17.png)

**Step 18:** Attach two 106989 brackets to the assembly using the 100823 washers and 100949 screws.
![Step 18](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/40354645/malm-6-drawer-dresser-white/images/steps/step-18.png)

**Step 19:** Fit the drawer runner into the cabinet and secure the two indicated sets using the printed hardware 155372 and 105248.
![Step 19](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/40354645/malm-6-drawer-dresser-white/images/steps/step-19.png)

**Step 20:** Installs four 101345 dowels and positions the top assembly on the cabinet.
![Step 20](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/40354645/malm-6-drawer-dresser-white/images/steps/step-20.png)

**Step 21:** Secure the top panel with four 120076 cam locks, turning them with a screwdriver as shown.
![Step 21](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/40354645/malm-6-drawer-dresser-white/images/steps/step-21.png)

**Step 22:** Fasten the top panel to the cabinet using the 101221 screw and a hammer.
![Step 22](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/40354645/malm-6-drawer-dresser-white/images/steps/step-22.png)

**Step 23:** Secure the top panel to the cabinet frame with one screw while holding the panel in position.
![Step 23](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/40354645/malm-6-drawer-dresser-white/images/steps/step-23.png)

**Step 24:** Secure the opposite side of the top panel to the cabinet frame with one screw while pressing the panel down.
![Step 24](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/40354645/malm-6-drawer-dresser-white/images/steps/step-24.png)

**Step 25:** Use a hammer to secure the back panel to the frame with the remaining 27 nails (101221), following the positions shown in the diagram.
![Step 25](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/40354645/malm-6-drawer-dresser-white/images/steps/step-25.png)

**Step 26:** Rotate the cabinet and adjust the drawer hardware at the indicated locations.
![Step 26](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/40354645/malm-6-drawer-dresser-white/images/steps/step-26.png)

**Step 27:** The assembled cabinet is moved to the right toward the wall.
![Step 27](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/40354645/malm-6-drawer-dresser-white/images/steps/step-27.png)

> ⚠️ **Warning:** Wall-anchoring safety reference: secure the dresser to the wall using the shown attachment method and a fixing suitable for the wall material. Before drilling, check for concealed water pipes, electrical wiring, and heating pipes and do not drill into them. For concrete use an 8 mm drill bit and drill 70 mm deep before inserting the wall plug with a hammer; for masonry use an 8 mm bit and drill approximately 30 mm before inserting the plug; for wood use a 3 mm bit and drill approximately 30 mm.

**Step 28:** Adjust the wall-attachment fittings and secure the cabinet to the wall with the shown hardware.
![Step 28](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/40354645/malm-6-drawer-dresser-white/images/steps/step-28.png)

> ℹ️ Information panel showing the MALM chest of drawers and a warning against climbing, sitting, or placing weight on the drawers.

**Step 29:** Adjusts or inserts the upper drawer into the cabinet runners while observing the anti-tip warning.
![Step 29](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/40354645/malm-6-drawer-dresser-white/images/steps/step-29.png)

📄 [Official PDF instructions](https://www.ikea.com/us/en/assembly_instructions/malm-6-drawer-dresser-white__AA-1972345-7-100.pdf)

## MALM 6-drawer dresser drawers

### Materials needed

| Part | Quantity |
|------|----------|
| Large Screw With Round Head (110519) | 12 |
| Threaded Cam Screw (118331) | 12 |
| Ribbed Dowel (101345) | 12 |
| Cam Lock (120076) | 12 |
| Small Screw (105344) | 4 |
| Short Cam Screw (100365) | 18 |
| Short Screw (115339) | 6 |
| Drawer Runner (123833) | 4 |
| Drawer Runner With Roller Assembly (148601) | 6 |
| Hardware Bag/set (Unknown) | 2 |
| Fastener (118331) | 8 |
| Cylindrical Fastener (101345) | 8 |

### Steps

**Step 1:** The builder selects the shown drawer configuration, inserts and tightens eight 118331 fasteners into the panel, and repeats the placement shown for the selected configuration.
![Step 1](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/40354645/malm-6-drawer-dresser-drawers/images/steps/step-01.png)

> ℹ️ A dashed hardware-bag illustration labeled 2 contains several types of assembly hardware used for the construction.

**Step 2:** Insert the cylindrical fasteners into the base and attach the upright panels as shown, observing the anti-tip warning.
![Step 2](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/40354645/malm-6-drawer-dresser-drawers/images/steps/step-02.png)

**Step 3:** Install and tighten eight 120076 fasteners in the assembled base components, following the detail illustrations.
![Step 3](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/40354645/malm-6-drawer-dresser-drawers/images/steps/step-03.png)

**Step 4:** Lower the large panel vertically into the assembled base and side components.
![Step 4](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/40354645/malm-6-drawer-dresser-drawers/images/steps/step-04.png)

**Step 5:** The top panel is positioned and joined to the assembled cabinet frame in the indicated orientation.
![Step 5](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/40354645/malm-6-drawer-dresser-drawers/images/steps/step-05.png)

**Step 6:** Eight screws are driven into the cabinet assembly using a hammer as shown.
![Step 6](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/40354645/malm-6-drawer-dresser-drawers/images/steps/step-06.png)

**Step 7:** Fasten the cabinet assembly with four screws, as shown in the enlarged detail, and continue with the resulting cabinet configuration.
![Step 7](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/40354645/malm-6-drawer-dresser-drawers/images/steps/step-07.png)

**Step 8:** Install the roller hardware and associated rails onto the cabinet assembly, using the indicated screws and pressing the components into place.
![Step 8](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/40354645/malm-6-drawer-dresser-drawers/images/steps/step-08.png)

> ⚠️ **Warning:** Shows the correct drawer arrangement with the drawers aligned in the unit, contrasted with an incorrect arrangement marked with a large X.

**Step 9:** The installer fastens the drawer component, inserts and rotates the fitting, tightens it with a screwdriver, and secures it with screw 105344.
![Step 9](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/40354645/malm-6-drawer-dresser-drawers/images/steps/step-09.png)

📄 [Official PDF instructions](https://www.ikea.com/us/en/assembly_instructions/malm-byra-med-6-lador-vit__AA-1972346-3-2.pdf)

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