Bathroom

Installation Guide
 Step-by-step installation of your Tools and materials
cabinets
We do a lot of groundwork to make it as simple as possible for you to assemble and install The materials and tools you need checklist:
your new bathroom furniture yourself. We even design our bathrooms with this in mind from
Tools:
the beginning. The guide you have in your hand will give you tips and ideas on how to plan,
• Carpenter’s ruler/measuring tape • Electric screwdriver/drill
prepare and install your new bathroom – step by step.
• Adjustable wrench • Goggles – we recommend you wear protective glasses
• Flat/Phillips head screwdriver when using an electric drill or keyhole saw.
• Pencil
Before you begin rest (e.g. mounting and installation). • Hammer Materials:
This guide takes you through the preparation and Hire professionals • Caulking gun • The right types of plugs and screws for your walls
installation process in clear steps. Read through it It’s a good idea to contact qualified specialists early on • Level • Sanitary silicone sealant
carefully before starting to install your bathroom to discuss the help you’ll need with plumbing, tiling and • Tri-square • Masking tape , to be used when adding silicone
furniture. electricity. If you need to modify the location of water sealant
or electricity supplies to suit your new bathroom, hire
We’re here if you need a hand qualified specialists to do a safe and professional job.
If, at any point, you decide that you would like help
installing your bathroom or parts of it – just contact
your IKEA store and ask for information about getting
assistance. You can do a part of the job yourself (e.g.
take away the old bathroom and assemble the new
Flat and Phillips
furniture) and have professional installers help with the Carpenter’s ruler Adjustable wrench Pencil Caulking gun and silicone Level
head screwdriver
(or tape-measure)

Hammer Tri-square Electric screwdriver/drill

Goggles

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 Step-by-step installation of your Tools and materials
cabinets
We do a lot of groundwork to make it as simple as possible for you to assemble and install The materials and tools you need checklist:
your new bathroom furniture yourself. We even design our bathrooms with this in mind from
Tools:
the beginning. The guide you have in your hand will give you tips and ideas on how to plan,
• Carpenter’s ruler/measuring tape • Electric screwdriver/drill
prepare and install your new bathroom – step by step.
• Adjustable wrench • Goggles – we recommend you wear protective glasses
• Flat/Phillips head screwdriver when using an electric drill or keyhole saw.
• Pencil
Before you begin rest (e.g. mounting and installation). • Hammer Materials:
This guide takes you through the preparation and Hire professionals • Caulking gun • The right types of plugs and screws for your walls
installation process in clear steps. Read through it It’s a good idea to contact qualified specialists early on • Level • Sanitary silicone sealant
carefully before starting to install your bathroom to discuss the help you’ll need with plumbing, tiling and • Tri-square • Masking tape , to be used when adding silicone
furniture. electricity. If you need to modify the location of water sealant
or electricity supplies to suit your new bathroom, hire
We’re here if you need a hand qualified specialists to do a safe and professional job.
If, at any point, you decide that you would like help
installing your bathroom or parts of it – just contact
your IKEA store and ask for information about getting
assistance. You can do a part of the job yourself (e.g.
take away the old bathroom and assemble the new
Flat and Phillips
furniture) and have professional installers help with the Carpenter’s ruler Adjustable wrench Pencil Caulking gun and silicone Level
head screwdriver
(or tape-measure)

Hammer Tri-square Electric screwdriver/drill

Goggles

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 Preparation is the basis of success Check everything and start to assemble

Removing your old bathroom Responsible disposal Check all parts Assemble wall cabinet frames first…
Turn off the electricity and water supply before you Contact your local authorities to find out how to dispose Double-check to make sure you have all the parts for If you are installing wall cabinets, it’s easiest to start by
start. Then disconnect all lines to the sink and disconnect of your old bathroom in an environmentally friendly way. your bathroom. Sort the packages into groups to avoid assembling and installing them first. Follow the assembly
appliances. Be careful when working with electricity. If in confusion over which pieces belong to the cabinet instructions included in each package. Don’t add the
doubt, call in a qualified electrician. Evening out walls and floor assembly and which belong to drawers, for example. handles, shelves or doors at this stage – wait until later.
Flat, level surfaces are important for a good installation. Check again that you have all the required tools and the
Removing old furniture With the room empty, now is the time to prime walls, silicon sealant. … then assemble the base cabinet.
Wear safety gloves and goggles when removing the old apply paint, change tiles and/or install new flooring. Follow the instructions for assembling the base cabinet.
bathroom furniture. Start with base cabinets and then Keep in mind that new flooring is easier to install at this Use the right mounting hardware Don’t add drawers, handles, or interior organizers at this
move on to wall cabinets. If the base cabinet supports a stage, but remember to protect the new floor surface Plaster, wood or concrete? Because there are many stage. Wait until later, when the furniture and sink have
sink, you will need to begin with that. If it has been glued until the bathroom is finished. different types of wall, mounting hardware is not supplied been properly mounted to the wall.
into place, you may need a crowbar to pull it off. You with your furniture. Most hardware stores or home
can then remove drawers, doors and, lastly, the cabinet improvement stores stock appropriate mounting hardware
itself . Once this is removed you will have better access and can help you choose the right type for your walls.
to remove wall cabinets.

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 Mounting the cabinet to the wall Mounting
Take your time and ensure you have some help at this stage of the process. Double check your measurements against the
assembly instructions and check you have all the required tools, silicon and mounting hardware close at hand. Also, take
the time to remove any unnecessary items cluttering up the area.

You're now ready to mount your assembled furniture onto the wall. The following information is a
guide that is applicable to all IKEA bathroom cabinets and sinks. However, be sure to consult the
assembly instructions that came with your product for measurements that are specific to that piece of
furniture. In this guide, we use GODMORGON bathroom products to illustrate steps that apply to
all IKEA bathroom cabinets.

Measuring
The recommended height for the top level of your sink is changed according to your personal height preference.
33½-35⅜". Because there are different heights of sink, Once you have established the height of your drilling
in the assembly instructions you will find a minimum and points, you can concentrate on the width between
maximum recommended height for the holes you need them. These measurements are given in the assembly
to drill for the cabinet. Below, are 2 examples of height guide of your cabinet. Use a level to ensure your
measurements for different types of cabinets. Note that measurements will result in an even line. You should mark
these measurements are intended as a recommendation the intersecting points (height + width) with a cross (+) to
only. These measurements can be give you a precise drilling point. Mark drill points Drill and silicon
Using a pencil, you should now have marked intersecting You can then drill the holes and insert mounting screws
measurements at the points where you will drill (height at the marked points. Do not fully tighten the screws at
35⅜" 35⅜"
+ width) as shown in the assembly instructions. It's this point. Don't forget to fill the drill holes with silicon
29⅞" important to use a level to ensure you get an even sealant before inserting plugs and/or screws.
29⅛" horizontal line between left and right points.

Example 1 Example 2
For a sink with a lower edge, the holes you drill would For a sink with a higher edge, the holes you drill
be higher (e.g. 29⅞") to accommodate the lower would be slightly lower (e.g. 29⅛") to accommodate
profile of the sink. the extra height of the sink.

Think about Mounting the furniture Fine adjustment

It is important to ensure your bathroom walls can support the weight of the cabinet. If your walls can’t Ensure you have attached the mounts at the rear of the Use the level again to ensure your cabinet is even. The
support the weight of the furniture, use supporting legs. Contact the IKEA store for details. cabinet according to the assembly instructions. Then, mounts allow some adjustment if it is not
with the help of 1 or 2 others, gently lift the cabinet onto perfectly even. You can then tighten the screws.
the mounting screws.

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 Placing sink, water trap and faucet The finishing touches make all the
difference
You're nearly done. All that remains is to assemble manage your everyday bathroom necessities. You can
and install the drawers according to the instructions then start to personalize your new bathroom with our
provided. And, with just a few details and fine range of lighting and organizers.
adjustments, your bathroom will be complete. Now is a
good time to attach handles and fittings to all cabinets.
You can add organizers and storage units that will help

Connecting the faucet Add sanitary silicone sealant

First, switch off the main water valve. Then, mount the Add sanitary silicone sealant to the top edge of the
faucet onto the sink according to the instructions. Do this cabinet sides, place the sink on top and let dry overnight.
before you mount the sink onto the cabinet. You can then add a bead of silicon between the sink and
the wall. Finally, add silicone between the sink and side
panels of the cabinet.

Connect the water trap to the sink Test drive your faucet and water trap
You can now attach the water trap to the sink according You can now connect all hoses and turn on your main
to the instructions. Installation must be performed in water valve. Remove the filter from the faucet and let
compliance with current local construction and plumbing the water run for 5 minutes. Check there is no leakage
regulations. If in doubt, contact a professional. around hose connections or the water trap. Then screw
the filter back in place.

! Caution! Do not tighten hose connections too hard: this can damage hoses/pipes and washers.

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 Enjoy your new bathroom today!
And tomorrow.
You're done! Caring for your sink Crushed Marble sink with matte finish Crushed marble sinks – High gloss finish
Time to step back and admire your new bathroom Different materials require different care. Depending
– and admire yourself for saving so much money by on which material and finish you have chosen for your
assembling and installing it yourself! If you follow our sink – the use, care and maintenance instructions differ.
care and maintenance advice that comes with the By following the simple steps below, you will have a sink
product in the packaging your new IKEA bathroom that will look good for many years to come.
furniture will keep looking its best for many years to
come. Porcelain sink
The sink has a surface that is easy to clean. It is resistant
Ventilation and moisture to most chemicals, except for strong acids and strong
Make sure your bathroom is properly ventilated and alkalis. Clean your sink with a soft wet cloth and a mild
avoid placing furniture close to the bathtub or shower. non-abrasive cleaner or soap, if necessary.
Our bathroom furniture has been specially adapted
for bathrooms. However, the furniture should never be To maintain the original finish, a crushed marble sink To maintain the original finish, a crushed marble sink
exposed to excessive water contact or extremely high in matte finish should not come into contact with acids, in high gloss should not come into contact with acids,
humidity. All wet marks should be dried off as soon as ammonia, strong detergents, hair dye or chlorine. For ammonia, strong detergents that contain abrasives, hair
possible to stop moisture penetration. daily cleaning of the sinks, simply use wet cloth or a non- dye or chlorine. For daily cleaning of the sinks, simply use
abrasive detergent. a wet cloth or a non-abrasive detergent.
Caring for your faucet
Wipe clean with a soft wet cloth and a mild non-abrasive Over time the surface of the sink may lose its appearance. To maintain the high gloss look of the sink and to remove
cleaner or soap, if necessary. Never use scouring powder, To maintain the brushed look of the surface, use the small scratches and stains, use the enclosed polishing kit.
steel wool or a detergent that is calcium-dissolving, sour enclosed polishing kit. Polish the sink with the green The polishing kit can also be purchased at your local IKEA
or contains alcohol or an abrasive. Use household vinegar surface of the sponge facing downwards; this will maintain store.
to remove lime stains and rinse off with water. Since all the brushed look of the surface and remove any dull
IKEA bathroom faucets are equipped with a water saving appearance. The polishing kit can also be purchased at If you want a really good shine you can finish off by
aerator, we recommend removing the filter/aerator and your local IKEA store. polishing with traditional car wax. If you do this regularly
cleaning it from time to time. If it has a build-up of calcium, you will get a finish that will look as good as new for
wash it in a vinegar solution. many years to come. Please note that sponges with rough
coatings will damage the surface of sink with a high gloss
Caring for your furniture; base cabinets, wall/mirror finish.
and high cabinets
Clean the doors, cabinet interiors and wood surfaces
with a soft, damp cloth. Only use cleaning products
intended for these materials. Do not use cleaning agents
that contain ammonia, alcohol, bleach or abrasives.
Rinse with clean water, then dry with a clean, dry cloth.
If you happen to spill, do not allow the liquid to stay in
contact with the surface, wipe off immediately.

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 © I nter IKEA Systems B.V. 2010/ *A pril 2011
If you have questions, give us a call!

If you need help or have questions about how to

install your bathroom, call us on 1 800 434 IKEA
 Preparation is the basis of success Check everything and start to assemble

Removing your old bathroom Responsible disposal Check all parts Assemble wall cabinet frames first…
Turn off the electricity and water supply before you Contact your local authorities to find out how to dispose Double-check to make sure you have all the parts for If you are installing wall cabinets, it’s easiest to start by
start. Then disconnect all lines to the sink and disconnect of your old bathroom in an environmentally friendly way. your bathroom. Sort the packages into groups to avoid assembling and installing them first. Follow the assembly
appliances. Be careful when working with electricity. If in confusion over which pieces belong to the cabinet instructions included in each package. Don’t add the
doubt, call in a qualified electrician. Evening out walls and floor assembly and which belong to drawers, for example. handles, shelves or doors at this stage – wait until later.
Flat, level surfaces are important for a good installation. Check again that you have all the required tools and the
Removing old furniture With the room empty, now is the time to prime walls, silicon sealant. … then assemble the base cabinet.
Wear safety gloves and goggles when removing the old apply paint, change tiles and/or install new flooring. Follow the instructions for assembling the base cabinet.
bathroom furniture. Start with base cabinets and then Keep in mind that new flooring is easier to install at this Use the right mounting hardware Don’t add drawers, handles, or interior organizers at this
move on to wall cabinets. If the base cabinet supports a stage, but remember to protect the new floor surface Plaster, wood or concrete? Because there are many stage. Wait until later, when the furniture and sink have
sink, you will need to begin with that. If it has been glued until the bathroom is finished. different types of wall, mounting hardware is not supplied been properly mounted to the wall.
into place, you may need a crowbar to pull it off. You with your furniture. Most hardware stores or home
can then remove drawers, doors and, lastly, the cabinet improvement stores stock appropriate mounting hardware
itself . Once this is removed you will have better access and can help you choose the right type for your walls.
to remove wall cabinets.

4 5
 Mounting the cabinet to the wall Mounting
Take your time and ensure you have some help at this stage of the process. Double check your measurements against the
assembly instructions and check you have all the required tools, silicon and mounting hardware close at hand. Also, take
the time to remove any unnecessary items cluttering up the area.

You're now ready to mount your assembled furniture onto the wall. The following information is a
guide that is applicable to all IKEA bathroom cabinets and sinks. However, be sure to consult the
assembly instructions that came with your product for measurements that are specific to that piece of
furniture. In this guide, we use GODMORGON bathroom products to illustrate steps that apply to
all IKEA bathroom cabinets.

Measuring
The recommended height for the top level of your sink is changed according to your personal height preference.
33½-35⅜". Because there are different heights of sink, Once you have established the height of your drilling
in the assembly instructions you will find a minimum and points, you can concentrate on the width between
maximum recommended height for the holes you need them. These measurements are given in the assembly
to drill for the cabinet. Below, are 2 examples of height guide of your cabinet. Use a level to ensure your
measurements for different types of cabinets. Note that measurements will result in an even line. You should mark
these measurements are intended as a recommendation the intersecting points (height + width) with a cross (+) to
only. These measurements can be give you a precise drilling point. Mark drill points Drill and silicon
Using a pencil, you should now have marked intersecting You can then drill the holes and insert mounting screws
measurements at the points where you will drill (height at the marked points. Do not fully tighten the screws at
35⅜" 35⅜"
+ width) as shown in the assembly instructions. It's this point. Don't forget to fill the drill holes with silicon
29⅞" important to use a level to ensure you get an even sealant before inserting plugs and/or screws.
29⅛" horizontal line between left and right points.

Example 1 Example 2
For a sink with a lower edge, the holes you drill would For a sink with a higher edge, the holes you drill
be higher (e.g. 29⅞") to accommodate the lower would be slightly lower (e.g. 29⅛") to accommodate
profile of the sink. the extra height of the sink.

Think about Mounting the furniture Fine adjustment

It is important to ensure your bathroom walls can support the weight of the cabinet. If your walls can’t Ensure you have attached the mounts at the rear of the Use the level again to ensure your cabinet is even. The
support the weight of the furniture, use supporting legs. Contact the IKEA store for details. cabinet according to the assembly instructions. Then, mounts allow some adjustment if it is not
with the help of 1 or 2 others, gently lift the cabinet onto perfectly even. You can then tighten the screws.
the mounting screws.

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 Placing sink, water trap and faucet The finishing touches make all the
difference
You're nearly done. All that remains is to assemble manage your everyday bathroom necessities. You can
and install the drawers according to the instructions then start to personalize your new bathroom with our
provided. And, with just a few details and fine range of lighting and organizers.
adjustments, your bathroom will be complete. Now is a
good time to attach handles and fittings to all cabinets.
You can add organizers and storage units that will help

Connecting the faucet Add sanitary silicone sealant

First, switch off the main water valve. Then, mount the Add sanitary silicone sealant to the top edge of the
faucet onto the sink according to the instructions. Do this cabinet sides, place the sink on top and let dry overnight.
before you mount the sink onto the cabinet. You can then add a bead of silicon between the sink and
the wall. Finally, add silicone between the sink and side
panels of the cabinet.

Connect the water trap to the sink Test drive your faucet and water trap
You can now attach the water trap to the sink according You can now connect all hoses and turn on your main
to the instructions. Installation must be performed in water valve. Remove the filter from the faucet and let
compliance with current local construction and plumbing the water run for 5 minutes. Check there is no leakage
regulations. If in doubt, contact a professional. around hose connections or the water trap. Then screw
the filter back in place.

! Caution! Do not tighten hose connections too hard: this can damage hoses/pipes and washers.

8 9
 Enjoy your new bathroom today!
And tomorrow.
You're done! Caring for your sink Crushed Marble sink with matte finish Crushed marble sinks – High gloss finish
Time to step back and admire your new bathroom Different materials require different care. Depending
– and admire yourself for saving so much money by on which material and finish you have chosen for your
assembling and installing it yourself! If you follow our sink – the use, care and maintenance instructions differ.
care and maintenance advice that comes with the By following the simple steps below, you will have a sink
product in the packaging your new IKEA bathroom that will look good for many years to come.
furniture will keep looking its best for many years to
come. Porcelain sink
The sink has a surface that is easy to clean. It is resistant
Ventilation and moisture to most chemicals, except for strong acids and strong
Make sure your bathroom is properly ventilated and alkalis. Clean your sink with a soft wet cloth and a mild
avoid placing furniture close to the bathtub or shower. non-abrasive cleaner or soap, if necessary.
Our bathroom furniture has been specially adapted
for bathrooms. However, the furniture should never be To maintain the original finish, a crushed marble sink To maintain the original finish, a crushed marble sink
exposed to excessive water contact or extremely high in matte finish should not come into contact with acids, in high gloss should not come into contact with acids,
humidity. All wet marks should be dried off as soon as ammonia, strong detergents, hair dye or chlorine. For ammonia, strong detergents that contain abrasives, hair
possible to stop moisture penetration. daily cleaning of the sinks, simply use wet cloth or a non- dye or chlorine. For daily cleaning of the sinks, simply use
abrasive detergent. a wet cloth or a non-abrasive detergent.
Caring for your faucet
Wipe clean with a soft wet cloth and a mild non-abrasive Over time the surface of the sink may lose its appearance. To maintain the high gloss look of the sink and to remove
cleaner or soap, if necessary. Never use scouring powder, To maintain the brushed look of the surface, use the small scratches and stains, use the enclosed polishing kit.
steel wool or a detergent that is calcium-dissolving, sour enclosed polishing kit. Polish the sink with the green The polishing kit can also be purchased at your local IKEA
or contains alcohol or an abrasive. Use household vinegar surface of the sponge facing downwards; this will maintain store.
to remove lime stains and rinse off with water. Since all the brushed look of the surface and remove any dull
IKEA bathroom faucets are equipped with a water saving appearance. The polishing kit can also be purchased at If you want a really good shine you can finish off by
aerator, we recommend removing the filter/aerator and your local IKEA store. polishing with traditional car wax. If you do this regularly
cleaning it from time to time. If it has a build-up of calcium, you will get a finish that will look as good as new for
wash it in a vinegar solution. many years to come. Please note that sponges with rough
coatings will damage the surface of sink with a high gloss
Caring for your furniture; base cabinets, wall/mirror finish.
and high cabinets
Clean the doors, cabinet interiors and wood surfaces
with a soft, damp cloth. Only use cleaning products
intended for these materials. Do not use cleaning agents
that contain ammonia, alcohol, bleach or abrasives.
Rinse with clean water, then dry with a clean, dry cloth.
If you happen to spill, do not allow the liquid to stay in
contact with the surface, wipe off immediately.

10 11
 © I nter IKEA Systems B.V. 2010/ *A pril 2011
If you have questions, give us a call!

If you need help or have questions about how to

install your bathroom, call us on 1 800 434 IKEA