ᐅ What should I consider when renovating and moving IKEA Hemnes furniture?

Hello everyone, I am planning to move in the next few weeks and want to disassemble, transport, and reassemble my IKEA Hemnes bedroom furniture myself. I am particularly concerned about what I should keep in mind during the disassembly and move to avoid damage to the furniture and to ensure the reassembly goes as smoothly as possible. Are there specific points to consider, such as the order of disassembly, the proper way to pack the individual parts, or particular screws and connections that are especially delicate? I am also interested in any recommended tools and tips for transport, for example, how to best protect the furniture or secure it to prevent shifting. I want to make sure I don’t overlook anything, especially since Hemnes is often made from solid wood, which is important to me. Thank you in advance for your tips and experiences!

Your question about the proper disassembly and moving of the IKEA Hemnes furniture is very relevant, as solid wood furniture requires extra care. Generally, I recommend starting with the largest piece and labeling the screws systematically during disassembly, storing them in bags to keep track of everything. It is also important not to overtighten the fittings during reassembly, as this can cause the wood to crack. Hemnes frequently uses wooden dowels, which can be easily damaged – in this case, it is worthwhile to apply some wood glue when reassembling. For transport, protect the furniture parts with blankets or padding material to prevent scratches and pressure marks. For larger items like wardrobes, it’s smart to remove the doors or at least secure them well to prevent them from banging and getting damaged during transport.

Well, that sounds like quite a project with your Hemnes! 😅 Here are a few casual tips from me that might help reduce the stress a bit:

- Don’t just keep the screws in small bags—label them with the furniture piece or position as well. Otherwise, it’s easy to forget which screw goes where.
- Attach small sticky notes to the parts so you’ll know later which board belongs where.
- I’d suggest disassembling in the reverse order of how you assembled the furniture. It sounds obvious, but it really helps!
- For transport: use not only blankets but also bubble wrap for the delicate edges to keep the corners in good shape.
- And very important: get help when carrying, as those heavy wooden parts are no lightweight!

If you keep these tips in mind, everything should go smoothly. And don’t worry, Hemnes won’t mind if you lose a screw now and then 😉

To supplement the previous advice, I would like to highlight the following points, which are often overlooked but essential for a successful move of Hemnes furniture:

- Documentation: Take photos during each step of disassembly—especially with Hemnes, as its connection systems are not always self-explanatory. A photo of the assembled state of each dresser or wardrobe can be very helpful later during reassembly.

- Tools: For disassembly, I recommend a cordless drill with various bits (Phillips, Allen), but when working with solid wood, always use low torque to avoid damaging the wood.

- Detailed screw storage: Use small containers with multiple compartments or practical screw boxes, ideally organized by furniture part and application point.

- Treatment of wood parts: If the wood sustains minor damage or dents during transport, it is advisable to treat it afterwards with appropriate wood oil or wax to preserve the natural look of Hemnes.

- Assembly: It is important to distinguish between screws that need to be loosened and those that should be tightened firmly, as overly tight connections can reduce the stability of the furniture.

In particular, careful organization and attention to screws and fittings determine the success of reassembly.