# How to assemble IKEA SMÅSTAD / UPPFÖRA wardrobe > SMÅSTAD / UPPFÖRA wardrobe, white with frame/with 3 shelves, 235/8x255/8x531/2" **Interactive guide**: [Open the full step-by-step guide on howtoassemble.it](https://howtoassemble.it/step-by-step/ikea/smastad-uppfora-wardrobe-89555888) to follow along with zoomable instruction images, progress tracking, and assembly checklists. ![SMÅSTAD / UPPFÖRA wardrobe](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/89555888/product.webp) ## UPPFÖRA Frame ### Materials needed | Part | Quantity | |------|----------| | Ribbed Cap Nut (150689) | 2 | | Washer (126916) | 2 | | Screw (147968) | 2 | | Wall Plug (121714) | 2 | | Wall Bracket (150688) | 2 | | Cover Cap (10005905) | 2 | ### Steps > ℹ️ Tip-over safety warning panels and symbols showing anti-tip installation, no TV placement, and multilingual warning text in English, French, and Spanish. > ℹ️ Preparation warnings show not to assemble directly on a hard floor, to assemble on a soft surface, and to contact IKEA if parts are damaged or unclear. > ℹ️ Information panel shows the cabinet frame upright in two size variants with the base and interior bottom orientation indicated. > ℹ️ Parts-bag reference page labeled 1 showing included hardware and tools: screws, small screws, dowels, two plastic fittings, an Allen key, a plastic support piece, a threaded foot, and a wrench, plus a leaflet icon marked 7. > ℹ️ Standalone information panel showing the cabinet/frame oriented upright after assembly. > ℹ️ Standalone parts-bag panel labeled 1 showing the required hardware and tools for this stage. **Step 2:** Panels are aligned and joined into a drawer frame while eight cam fittings are indicated in a zoom callout for tightening at the side connection points. ![Step 2](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/89555888/uppfoera-frame-white/images/steps/step-02.png) **Step 3:** Four threaded feet or bolts are inserted and turned into the corner sockets of the assembled frame, with a zoom callout showing the part 10040201 being screwed into place. ![Step 3](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/89555888/uppfoera-frame-white/images/steps/step-03.png) **Step 4:** Turn the frame over, then insert 2 dowels (101345) into the marked top holes of the side panels, as shown in the zoom callout. ![Step 4](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/89555888/uppfoera-frame-white/images/steps/step-04.png) **Step 5:** Place the top panel down onto the frame and insert two locking pins as shown in the zoom callout. ![Step 5](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/89555888/uppfoera-frame-white/images/steps/step-05.png) **Step 6:** Insert and tighten four screws with the included hex key, then cover the access holes with caps as shown in the zoom callouts. ![Step 6](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/89555888/uppfoera-frame-white/images/steps/step-06.png) **Step 7:** Attach the side panel to the back panel, ensure the warning label is present and oriented correctly, and press the top edge down so the three connectors engage. ![Step 7](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/89555888/uppfoera-frame-white/images/steps/step-07.png) **Step 8:** Attach the opposite side panel to the back panel and press the top edge down so the three connectors engage. ![Step 8](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/89555888/uppfoera-frame-white/images/steps/step-08.png) **Step 9:** Slide the large bottom panel into the cabinet side panels and align it using the indicated slots and guide points, checking the highlighted hole location. ![Step 9](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/89555888/uppfoera-frame-white/images/steps/step-09.png) **Step 10:** Lower the side frame onto the assembled section so the tabs engage the slots, then press down and verify the bottom edge alignment in the close-up. ![Step 10](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/89555888/uppfoera-frame-white/images/steps/step-10.png) **Step 11:** Slide the back panel down into the cabinet base and lock it in place with 6 clips, ensuring the clip orientation matches the correct example and not the crossed-out one. ![Step 11](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/89555888/uppfoera-frame-white/images/steps/step-11.png) > ℹ️ Preparation warnings show to use the included anti-tip fitting instructions, check the cabinet top edge orientation, and do not tip or move the tall cabinet alone. **Step 12:** The installer reads the anti-tip fitting instruction sheet and attaches two wall-fixing brackets to the upper back area of the cabinet, as shown in the zoom detail. ![Step 12](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/89555888/uppfoera-frame-white/images/steps/step-12.png) > ℹ️ Freestanding info panel shows the cabinet positioned by the wall and fitting the round cover/cap piece 150689 near the base by hand. > ℹ️ Freestanding info panel shows the cabinet by the wall with the round cover/cap 150689 crossed out and a page-turn icon referring to page 17. **Step 13:** Turn the cabinet and screw in two round threaded caps by hand onto the exposed fittings near the top, as shown in the zoom callout. ![Step 13](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/89555888/uppfoera-frame-white/images/steps/step-13.png) **Step 15:** The cabinet is leveled by adjusting the four feet with the included wrench while checking the bubble level on top. ![Step 15](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/89555888/uppfoera-frame-white/images/steps/step-15.png) **Step 16:** Insert and tighten two screws at the top inside the cabinet, shown with a zoomed pencil-turn detail. ![Step 16](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/89555888/uppfoera-frame-white/images/steps/step-16.png) **Step 17:** Slide the inner side panel outward to the right until it reaches its correct position. ![Step 17](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/89555888/uppfoera-frame-white/images/steps/step-17.png) > ℹ️ Wall-fixing reference page showing secure-it reminder icons, multilingual guidance about supplied screws and plugs for wall types A/B/C, and three bordered instruction panels for solid wall, hollow wall, and solid wood drilling/fastening methods. **Step 18:** Mark two positions and drill two holes as shown in the zoom detail using a power drill. ![Step 18](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/89555888/uppfoera-frame-white/images/steps/step-18.png) **Step 19:** Insert two wall plugs labeled 121714 into the holes and tap them in with a hammer. ![Step 19](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/89555888/uppfoera-frame-white/images/steps/step-19.png) **Step 20:** Install two screw covers by inserting screw 147968 through washer 126916 into the cabinet side and then clicking cap 10005905 into place, without using a wall plug. ![Step 20](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/89555888/uppfoera-frame-white/images/steps/step-20.png) > ℹ️ Information panel shows the cabinet standing on its base and indicates pressing the 1x cover piece 10038544 into two holes, then fastening it with two screws 109558 at the bottom front inside area. 📄 [Official PDF instructions](https://www.ikea.com/us/en/assembly_instructions/uppfoera-frame-white__AA-2409955-4-100.pdf) ## HJÄLPA Shelf ### Materials needed | Part | Quantity | |------|----------| | Mounting Fitting (152530) | 6 | | Mounting Fitting (152530) | 4 | ### Steps **Step 1:** The cabinet frame stands on its legs while six clips are inserted into the inner side holes, with a zoom callout showing part 152530 being pressed into place. ![Step 1](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/89555888/hjaelpa-shelf-white/images/steps/step-01.png) **Step 2:** Lower the shelf panel into the cabinet onto the shelf supports. ![Step 2](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/89555888/hjaelpa-shelf-white/images/steps/step-02.png) 📄 [Official PDF instructions](https://www.ikea.com/us/en/assembly_instructions/hjaelpa-shelf-white__AA-1914485-1-2.pdf) ## HJÄLPA Soft closing hinge ### Materials needed | Part | Quantity | |------|----------| | Hinge (144714) | 1 | | Screw (115339) | 1 | | Mounting Plate (104663) | 1 | ### Steps > ℹ️ Three preparation panels show not to use a screwdriver, to assemble with another person, and to work with the unit laid down on the floor. **Step 1:** Install the hinge and related fittings onto the door and cabinet panels using the shown screw positions and orientation. ![Step 1](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/89555888/hjaelpa-soft-closing-hinge/images/steps/step-01.png) > ℹ️ Free-standing information panel shows the door mounted on the cabinet, correct door-edge orientation versus incorrect orientation, and the hole cover position. > ℹ️ Free-standing information panel shows three hinge adjustment directions and which screw to turn for vertical, depth, and side adjustment. > ℹ️ Free-standing information panel shows how to release or detach the hinge arm from the mounting plate using the latch lever. 📄 [Official PDF instructions](https://www.ikea.com/us/en/assembly_instructions/hjaelpa-soft-closing-hinge__AA-2210023-4-2.pdf) ## UPPFÖRA Drawer ### Materials needed | Part | Quantity | |------|----------| | Mounting Bracket (101776) | 4 | | Plastic Anchor (145718) | 2 | | Screw Pin (118331) | 2 | | Wooden Dowel (101350) | 8 | | Wooden Dowel (101345) | 4 | | Cam Lock (119030) | 4 | | Screw (146113) | 8 | ### Steps **Step 1:** Two side panels are joined on a soft surface, with a 145718 fastener inserted and a 119030 cam lock turned using a screwdriver as shown in the zoom callouts. ![Step 1](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/89555888/uppfoera-drawer-white/images/steps/step-01.png) **Step 2:** The side panels and end panel are joined, then one plastic insert is pushed into the side hole and turned with a screwdriver to lock it. ![Step 2](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/89555888/uppfoera-drawer-white/images/steps/step-02.png) **Step 3:** Four caster brackets are positioned on the two long boards and secured with screws by tightening from above. ![Step 3](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/89555888/uppfoera-drawer-white/images/steps/step-03.png) **Step 4:** Insert four ribbed dowels labeled 101350 into the ends of the two rail pieces, and use the correct dowel type instead of 101345. ![Step 4](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/89555888/uppfoera-drawer-white/images/steps/step-04.png) **Step 5:** Rotate the frame upright and slide the two tall side panels down onto the base assembly. ![Step 5](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/89555888/uppfoera-drawer-white/images/steps/step-05.png) **Step 6:** A large panel is lowered down into the frame between the two side pieces and seated into the bottom rail. ![Step 6](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/89555888/uppfoera-drawer-white/images/steps/step-06.png) **Step 7:** Two cam screws (118331) are inserted and turned into the long board, with a zoom callout showing the screw detail and quantity 2x. ![Step 7](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/89555888/uppfoera-drawer-white/images/steps/step-07.png) **Step 8:** Insert four dowels into the top holes of the side panels, as shown in the zoom detail. ![Step 8](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/89555888/uppfoera-drawer-white/images/steps/step-08.png) **Step 9:** Lower the top panel onto the assembled side frame, aligning its connectors with the top edges. ![Step 9](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/89555888/uppfoera-drawer-white/images/steps/step-09.png) **Step 10:** Attach and tighten two 119030 cam locks into the side panel holes on the frame, using the indicated screwdriver orientation. ![Step 10](https://steps.howtoassemble.it/data/ikea/89555888/uppfoera-drawer-white/images/steps/step-10.png) > ℹ️ Support panel shows the drawer/front unit sliding into the lower opening of the cabinet. 📄 [Official PDF instructions](https://www.ikea.com/us/en/assembly_instructions/uppfoera-drawer-white__AA-2203709-1-2.pdf) --- Assembling the IKEA SMÅSTAD / UPPFÖRA wardrobe is easy when you follow these instructions step by step. 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