A guide to flat pack furniture assembly:


1. Check the fixtures & fittings - Alway read the instructions found in flat pack furniture to check your parts to make sure you have enough of each and that there is nothing missing.



2. Know which parts are which -  its important to separate your parts and know which ones are which before you start assembling, lay them out and identify them as per the instructions. Time spent doing this first can save a lot of time building the unit.



3. Have your Tools Ready - Its a good idea to have at least one power tool handy with a charged battery ready to use when you attempt to assemble furniture. Hand tools have their place as well so you don't strip screws and use too much force on others. But a good power screwdriver with several different size bits available in phillips head and flat head varieties will speed up the assembly process.



4. Make Space - Make sure you have plenty of space to lay your unit down while assembling the furniture. Give yourself ample room to work and leave an area for your tools and parts. Trying to assemble furniture in a crowded area can make the process much more difficult.



5. Work on a Blanket - flat pack furniture can be dusty and have sawdust on it when you are assembling. Its a smart idea to place a blanket down to cover a nice carpet indoors or to protect the furniture if assembling outside or in a garage.



6. Ask for assistance - Assembly goes faster with two. Some pieces are too heavy to assemble on your own and units such as wardrobes can be awkward to hold together by yourself.



7. Plan Enough Time -  Building flat pack furniture can be very time consuming and what you think may take only an hour often takes 2-3, so allow plenty of time to complete the task.



Have fun and enjoy your furniture,
Best regards,
Wirax-online