Step 11 of 12
TROFAST stepped frame step 11 of 12: Fit the two plinth brackets
In the middle, under the bottom, hold a plinth bracket (102720) in the corner against each strip. Mark through each slot with a pencil and fix it with 2 short screws (109041): 4 in all.
Tools: Pencil, Cross-head screwdriver
All 12 steps
- 1 Push the strips onto the three tops common mistake
- 2 Push the dowels into the tops’ ends
- 3 Join the middle top to the two dividers
- 4 Screw the low top to the short divider
- 5 Screw the tall top to the tall divider
- 6 Push 4 dowels into the dividers’ ends
- 7 Screw the bottom onto the dividers
- 8 Push the plinth strips onto the bottom
- 9 Push the dowels into the bottom’s ends
- 10 Screw on the two ends
- 11 Fit the two plinth brackets
- 12 Stand it up and fix it to the wall common mistake
00Overall
The outer size is IKEA's published size.
01Elevations
Drawn from our 3D model, to scale. Point at a part to find it in the list below; click it to jump there.
02Parts / cut list
| Part | Name | Qty | T | W | L | Material |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | Tall column’s topA board between two strips, made up on the floor. Its ends take dowels and the long screws through the boards beside it.16 × 292 × 404 mm | ×1 | 16 mm | 292 mm | 404 mm | Solid pine, stain, clear acrylic lacquer |
| B | Middle column’s topA board between two strips, made up on the floor. Its ends take dowels and the long screws through the boards beside it.16 × 292 × 404 mm | ×1 | 16 mm | 292 mm | 404 mm | Solid pine, stain, clear acrylic lacquer |
| C | Low column’s topA board between two strips, made up on the floor. Its ends take dowels and the long screws through the boards beside it.16 × 292 × 404 mm | ×1 | 16 mm | 292 mm | 404 mm | Solid pine, stain, clear acrylic lacquer |
| D | Tall dividerMade of slats, between two columns. The tops are screwed to it through its holes, and the bottom under its end.16 × 440 × 850 mm | ×1 | 16 mm | 440 mm | 850 mm | Solid pine, stain, clear acrylic lacquer |
| E | Short dividerMade of slats, between two columns. The tops are screwed to it through its holes, and the bottom under its end.16 × 440 × 655 mm | ×1 | 16 mm | 440 mm | 655 mm | Solid pine, stain, clear acrylic lacquer |
| F | BottomThe board the columns stand on, between the two plinth strips.16 × 404 × 908 mm | ×1 | 16 mm | 404 mm | 908 mm | Solid pine, stain, clear acrylic lacquer |
| G | Front plinth stripPushed onto the bottom’s edge: the frame stands on the two strips.18 × 60 × 908 mm | ×1 | 18 mm | 60 mm | 908 mm | Solid pine, stain, clear acrylic lacquer |
| H | Back plinth stripPushed onto the bottom’s edge: the frame stands on the two strips.18 × 60 × 908 mm | ×1 | 18 mm | 60 mm | 908 mm | Solid pine, stain, clear acrylic lacquer |
| J | Left endThe tall end, on the left: the tall column’s top and the bottom are screwed to it.16 × 440 × 910 mm | ×1 | 16 mm | 440 mm | 910 mm | Solid pine, stain, clear acrylic lacquer |
| K | Right endThe low end, on the right: the low column’s top and the bottom are screwed to it.16 × 440 × 520 mm | ×1 | 16 mm | 440 mm | 520 mm | Solid pine, stain, clear acrylic lacquer |
The parts' sizes are our 3D model's own estimates: close, not measured. The 94×44×91 cm size and the hardware’s sizes are IKEA’s; the lower columns’ heights and the boards’ thicknesses are our own estimates, so they are close, not measured. IKEA publishes only the outer size.
03Tools & materials
| Tools | ||
|---|---|---|
| Hex keyComes in the box. Drives the 28 long screws (100214). | In the box 100001 | |
| Cross-head screwdriverNot in the box: drives the 4 screws of the plinth brackets, the bracket screw and the wall screw. | You need it | |
| PencilMarks through the plinth brackets’ slots where their screws go. | You need it | |
| Materials | ||
| Solid pine, stain, clear acrylic lacquer | ABCDEFGHJK | |
Not in the box: 1 wall screw and 1 wall plug that suit your wall, TROFAST storage boxes (sold separately).
04Hardware
| ×52 | Dowel | 101350 | 30 mm long, 8 mm across | Birch, beech or rubberwood |
| ×28 | Long screw | 100214 | 50 mm long, 7 mm across | Zinc-plated steel |
| ×2 | Plinth bracket | 102720 | 27 × 31 × 27 mm | Zinc-plated steel |
| ×4 | Short screw | 109041 | 13 mm long, 4 mm across | Zinc-plated steel |
| ×1 | Wall bracket | 106989 | 75 × 15 × 1.5 mm | Steel |
| ×2 | Washer1 of them spare | 100823 | 5 mm hole, 16 mm across, 1 mm thick | Zinc-plated steel |
| ×1 | Bracket screw | 109049 | 16 mm long, 4 mm across | Zinc-plated steel |
Questions
What tools do I need for the TROFAST pine frame?
The hex key (100001) comes in the box for the 28 long screws (100214). You also need a cross-head screwdriver for the plinth brackets and the wall bracket, and a pencil to mark through the brackets’ slots.
Which way do the strips go on the TROFAST tops?
Each strip has a groove along it: push it onto the board’s edge with the groove towards the board. Turned round, it will not sit.
Why is the TROFAST frame built lying down?
Lying on its front, the dividers, tops and bottom can be joined at the floor with the long screws before the ends go on. It is stood up only once it is whole, to be fixed to the wall.
How many dowels and screws does the TROFAST 94×44×91 frame use?
52 dowels (101350) and 28 long screws (100214), plus 4 short screws (109041) for the plinth brackets and 1 screw (109049) with a washer for the wall bracket.
Safety
This frame must be fixed to the wall with the wall bracket in the box, so it cannot tip over if a child climbs on it or pulls at it. The wall screw and plug are not in the box: choose ones that suit your wall.
About this guide
This is an independent 3D engineering guide modeled from physical hardware specifications and standard fastener part numbers so you can identify your pieces before building. The outer size, 94 × 44 × 91 cm, is IKEA's published size. The 94×44×91 cm size and the hardware’s sizes are IKEA’s; the lower columns’ heights and the boards’ thicknesses are our own estimates, so they are close, not measured. The 3D runs faster than real hands do.
The manufacturer's instructions are on IKEA's product page (PDF). If something here differs from the manual in your box, follow the manual.
The 3D models, drawings and text are our own. IKEA and TROFAST are named only to say which product this guide is for.