# How to assemble IKEA NORDLI bed with headboard and storage > NORDLI bed with headboard and storage, white, Queen **Interactive guide**: [Open the full step-by-step guide on howtoassemble.it](https://howtoassemble.it/step-by-step/ikea/nordli-bed-with-headboard-and-storage-69241422) 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/nordli-bed-with-headboard-and-storage-69241422) to watch the video side-by-side with each step. ![NORDLI bed with headboard and storage](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/69241422/product.webp) ## NORDLI Bed frame with storage ### Materials needed | Part | Quantity | |------|----------| | Screw-in Cam Bolt (118331) | 12 | | Wood Dowel (101372) | 12 | | Plastic Nail/peg (110519) | 12 | | Countersunk Screw (100349) | 12 | | Cam Lock Nut (119030) | 12 | | Plastic Cover Cap (139251) | 12 | | Drawer Side Rail (left Variant) (139163) | 3 | | Drawer Side Rail (right Variant) (139164) | 3 | ### Steps > ℹī¸ Preparation and safety guidance panels show required tools, proper protected work surface use, and contacting IKEA support if assembly is unclear. > ℹī¸ Parts-bag reference for step 1 shows the required fittings and demonstrates correct screw-in orientation of cam bolts (part 118331), including a 4x quantity callout and a do/don't comparison panel. **Step 2:** Insert four wooden dowels (101372) into the edge holes of the two long panels as shown in the zoom callout. ![Step 2](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/69241422/nordli-bed-frame-with-storage-white/images/steps/step-02.png) **Step 3:** Place the two side panels upright onto the base panel, aligning and lowering them onto the pre-positioned pins/dowels. ![Step 3](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/69241422/nordli-bed-frame-with-storage-white/images/steps/step-03.png) **Step 4:** Insert and turn four cam locks (119030) with a screwdriver to secure the side panels to the base. ![Step 4](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/69241422/nordli-bed-frame-with-storage-white/images/steps/step-04.png) **Step 5:** The back panel is lowered vertically into the grooves between the two side panels on the base assembly. ![Step 5](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/69241422/nordli-bed-frame-with-storage-white/images/steps/step-05.png) **Step 6:** The top panel is positioned above the side panels and lowered downward to close the cabinet frame. ![Step 6](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/69241422/nordli-bed-frame-with-storage-white/images/steps/step-06.png) **Step 7:** Hammer four 110519 nails into the predrilled holes along the top edge of the frame. ![Step 7](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/69241422/nordli-bed-frame-with-storage-white/images/steps/step-07.png) **Step 8:** Press four 139251 inserts into the side panel holes near the top of the frame. ![Step 8](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/69241422/nordli-bed-frame-with-storage-white/images/steps/step-08.png) 📄 [Official PDF instructions](https://www.ikea.com/us/en/assembly_instructions/nordli-bed-frame-with-storage-white__AA-2027326-1-2.pdf) ## NORDLI Headboard ### Materials needed | Part | Quantity | |------|----------| | Wooden Dowel (101343) | 36 | | Screw (105103) | 38 | | Hex Key (100001) | 1 | | Washer (100828) | 6 | | Round Adhesive Pads Sheet (4 Per Sheet) (109142) | 2 | | Small Adhesive Pads Strip (2 Per Strip) (194765) | 6 | ### Steps > ℹī¸ Preparation and safety guidance panels show required tools, avoiding solo assembly, protecting parts from hard surfaces, and contacting IKEA support if instructions are unclear. **Step 1:** Insert eight wooden dowels into the predrilled holes of the two long rails and orient the rails as shown. ![Step 1](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/69241422/nordli-headboard-white/images/steps/step-01.png) **Step 2:** Using the Allen key, fasten sixteen bolts through the rails into the large panel assemblies while aligning the hole pattern and rail position shown in the inset. ![Step 2](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/69241422/nordli-headboard-white/images/steps/step-02.png) **Step 3:** Insert four wooden dowels (101343) into the indicated holes of the slat and turn the rail to the shown orientation. ![Step 3](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/69241422/nordli-headboard-white/images/steps/step-03.png) **Step 4:** Tighten eight bolts (105103) with the hex key (100001) into the central slat assembly while keeping the long panel sections aligned in the shown direction. ![Step 4](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/69241422/nordli-headboard-white/images/steps/step-04.png) **Step 5:** Insert four dowels (101343) into the rail pieces and rotate the rails to the correct orientation. ![Step 5](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/69241422/nordli-headboard-white/images/steps/step-05.png) **Step 6:** Align each rail on the panel in the correct direction and fasten with six screws (105103) using the hex key (100001). ![Step 6](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/69241422/nordli-headboard-white/images/steps/step-06.png) **Step 7:** The installer peels adhesive pads from sheet 109142 and applies 8 round pads onto the indicated rail positions on the large panel, as shown in the zoom callouts. ![Step 7](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/69241422/nordli-headboard-white/images/steps/step-07.png) **Step 8:** Mark a vertical reference line with a pencil on the wall aligned to the dashed layout guide. ![Step 8](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/69241422/nordli-headboard-white/images/steps/step-08.png) **Step 9:** Mark two wall fixing points by measuring 99 cm up from the floor line and 21.5 cm to each side of the centerline, using the bracket as a guide. ![Step 9](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/69241422/nordli-headboard-white/images/steps/step-09.png) **Step 10:** The installer checks the rail orientation in the top instruction panel and then fastens both rails to the wall in the shown positions, tightening six screws with a screwdriver. ![Step 10](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/69241422/nordli-headboard-white/images/steps/step-10.png) **Step 11:** The user installs six screws through the long rails into the panel inserts, with the callout showing correct insert orientation and the 100828 fastener detail. ![Step 11](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/69241422/nordli-headboard-white/images/steps/step-11.png) **Step 12:** Two people lift and position the long drawer unit against the wall while aligning the top back area as indicated by the zoom callout and downward arrow. ![Step 12](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/69241422/nordli-headboard-white/images/steps/step-12.png) **Step 13:** Apply two adhesive pads (part 194765) to the indicated side positions on each of the two box components, with the zoom callout showing peel-and-stick placement. ![Step 13](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/69241422/nordli-headboard-white/images/steps/step-13.png) **Step 14:** Apply four adhesive pads (part 194765, shown as 2x twice) to the highlighted inner tab/slot contact points on each of the two assembled tray-like units as indicated by the zoom callout and arrows. ![Step 14](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/69241422/nordli-headboard-white/images/steps/step-14.png) **Step 15:** The drawer tray is rotated and the inner panel is slid into the top slot, with a zoom callout showing the edge alignment detail. ![Step 15](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/69241422/nordli-headboard-white/images/steps/step-15.png) **Step 16:** The assembled drawer fronts are adjusted by rotating the four locking clips upward, with a zoom callout showing clip movement and engagement. ![Step 16](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/69241422/nordli-headboard-white/images/steps/step-16.png) > ℹī¸ Safety guidance panel shows how to position the wall rail relative to the bed frame, with one correct alignment example and one incorrect crossed-out example. 📄 [Official PDF instructions](https://www.ikea.com/us/en/assembly_instructions/nordli-headboard-white__AA-2059279-6-100.pdf) --- Assembling the IKEA NORDLI bed with headboard and storage is easy when you follow these instructions step by step. 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