Assembling a cabinet from instructions

Flat-pack furniture saves money. Careful preparation and the right order make assembly go smoothly.

You will need

• Assembly instructions
• A screwdriver or cordless drill
• An Allen key
• A soft surface

Steps

1. Unpack

   Unpack the parts and check that everything is there.

2. Sort the screws

3. Read the instructions

4. Assemble on a soft surface

5. Don't overtighten

6. Check it is square

7. Fix it to the wall

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