: Never skip the wall anchoring step. These units are heavy and prone to tipping. You can find official safety guidelines on the IKEA Wall Anchoring page.

system (often appearing in product lists or assembly guides as a "proper piece" of furniture). Putting it together correctly requires a methodical approach, especially if you are working with the newer "2.0" frame versions which feature updated click-in connectors.

For a visual walkthrough of the specific updated assembly process, you can follow the IKEA Pax 2.0 Building Instructions on YouTube.

: Once anchored to the wall, add your shelves, drawers (like the KONSTRUERA drawers ), and hanging rails.

Are you planning to add or standard hinged doors to this specific PAX unit?

: Lay the side panels flat. Use the provided pins and cam locks (or the newer click-connectors) to attach the top and bottom rails. Reviewers on YouTube (Madeira DIY) emphasize that keeping the unit square during this phase prevents the doors from hanging crooked later.