ᐅ Which types of screws are included in the IKEA BRIMNES set?

I had some difficulties during assembly because I lost screws along the way. It is important that the Minifix dowels fit precisely; otherwise, the furniture will be unstable. It is best to sort all screws beforehand and keep them in small containers before starting the assembly. If you are unsure about the screws, take your time to carefully check the instructions, where the screw types are described in detail.

A close examination of the screws in the Brimnes set reveals the following details: 1. Phillips screws with full threading – used for connections between cabinet parts. They are mostly zinc-plated and come in two lengths: 25 mm (1 inch) for thinner parts and 40 mm (1 5/8 inches) for load-bearing connections. 2. Minifix metal dowels – cylindrical, about 15 mm (0.6 inches) long, they fit deeply into pre-drilled holes, allowing for strong joints without visible screw heads. 3. Cylinder screws for hinges and fittings – these often have a slightly larger head diameter and are usually 16 mm (0.63 inches) long. 4. Wall mounting screws with matching anchors – the anchors are usually plastic, 6 mm (0.24 inches) in diameter, and the screws are often 5 x 50 mm (0.2 x 2 inches) or similar in length to ensure secure wall fastening. A minor but important aspect is the surface treatment of the screws: in BRIMNES, they are zinc-coated, which provides rust protection—especially important for kitchen or bathroom furniture.

Another recommendation: before assembly, lay out the entire set of screws, sort them by type, and cross-check with the instructions. If replacements are needed, make sure to use screws with the same thread pitch and head shape. The Phillips type is usually PZ1 or PZ2, with PZ2 being more common.

To summarize the point: - Minifix fasteners are typical for BRIMNES and are used to join the furniture panels together - Crosshead chipboard screws 3.5x25 mm (1⅛x1 inch) and 4x40 mm (5/32x1½ inch) are the most common - Dowels and screws for wall mounting are also included, usually 6mm (¼ inch) dowels and 5x50 mm (⅛x2 inch) screws. It is important to use the specified screws to ensure stability and safety.

vinli schrieb:
Dowels with matching screws for wall mounting

Before installation, check whether your wall mounting screws and dowels are suitable for your wall material.

Surela schrieb:
If replacements are needed, be sure to use the same thread pitch and head type.

I can only agree with that. Many underestimate how much a different thread pitch can affect stability. IKEA furniture, especially with Minifix connectors, relies on precise fastening.

Thank you all for the detailed and precise answers. They are very helpful for my preparation. I have one follow-up question: Are the screws in the BRIMNES set standard sizes (easily available at hardware stores) or are there special sizes only supplied by IKEA? I want to make sure I can quickly get replacements if a screw gets damaged.