ᐅ How long does it typically take to assemble an IKEA Brimnes chest of drawers?

The assembly usually takes between 50 and 80 minutes.

Of course, it depends on experience, but there are no major surprises when putting it together. Just follow the instructions.

I think the whole discussion about assembly time is a bit exaggerated.

Victor54 schrieb:
Personally, I think the factor “simple furniture” should not be underestimated.

I would argue that the average DIY enthusiast with two left hands (no offense, it’s just a fact) might take about an hour to assemble the Brimnes chest of drawers – and that’s absolutely fine.

Anyone who finishes in under 45 minutes has probably practiced in secret beforehand or has assembled countless pieces of furniture, which is not the norm. That’s why it’s exactly right to plan for about 60 to 90 minutes, so nothing goes wrong.

All these short time estimates here seem overly optimistic to me, probably to make things look better.

Thank you for the many different opinions; they are very helpful to me. It reassures me, especially, that estimating 1 to 1.5 hours is quite accurate, making it a realistically manageable timeframe.

One quick follow-up question for everyone: How important is it really to assemble the dresser with two people? Is it also doable alone if you take your time, or are there specific steps that definitely require a second person? I can imagine the side panels being a bit challenging on your own.

ROSARIO38 schrieb:
How important is it really to assemble the dresser with two people? Can you manage well on your own if you take your time, or are there steps that definitely require a second person?

Hello, good question! The Brimnes dresser can definitely be assembled alone, especially if you are patient and work carefully.

The biggest challenge is often handling the larger parts, such as the side panels, which can be difficult to hold in place while screwing. Here, having a helper can really make things easier, particularly when aligning the pieces.

But it’s definitely not a must. For example, if you assemble the dresser against a wall, you can lean parts against the wall to secure them, or use extra clamps if you have them. You can also take breaks and complete the steps gradually.

So: assembling with two people is more comfortable and faster, but doing it alone is absolutely doable as long as you allow a bit more time and patience.