Boori Furniture Assembly Guide: How to Assemble a Boori Cot, Bunk Bed or Wardrobe

Boori furniture is designed for home assembly with the Allen key included in the box, and most Boori cots take 30–60 minutes for two people, while bunk beds and loft beds take 90–120 minutes and wardrobes 60–90 minutes. Before you start, download the PDF guide for your exact model from the Boori assembly guides page, using the model code on the product label.

How Do I Assemble Boori Furniture in Australia?

Assemble Boori furniture at home by downloading the right guide, laying out every part, building with two people and tightening the fixings only once the frame is square.

This Boori furniture assembly guide covers the steps that apply across most Boori products: finding the right guide, assembling a cot, a bunk or loft bed, a wardrobe or chest of drawers, converting a cot to a toddler bed, and the safety checks to do once the piece is built.

Two people are recommended for every large piece. One person holds panels square while the other fits the bolts, which protects the finish and makes the job faster. A rubber mallet is useful for easing timber joints together without marking them, and a soft surface such as a rug or the flattened packaging protects both the furniture and your floor.

The single most useful of all Boori assembly tips is to read the whole guide before you open a single bag of hardware. Each guide shows the parts list on the first page, and checking it first means you find any missing piece before you are halfway through the build.

How Do I Find My Boori Assembly Guide?

Find your Boori assembly guide by matching the model code on your product label to the list on the Boori assembly guides page, then downloading the PDF for that model.

1. Find the model code on the product label. Codes follow a format such as B-NACB for the Natty Cot Bed or BK-NESBB for the Neat Single Bunk Bed.
2. Go to boori.com.au/pages/assembly-guides.
3. Scroll to the right category, such as Cots and Cot Beds, Bassinets and Cradles, Beds, Storage or Baby Changing.
4. On a desktop, press Ctrl+F and type the model name or code to jump straight to it. On mobile, use Find on Page.
5. Check the version date. Some models have more than one guide, so confirm the date on the PDF matches your product before you start.

Keep the PDF open on a tablet or print the pages you need, so you can follow each step with the parts in front of you. If you cannot find your model, contact Boori before you start rather than following a guide for a similar product, because hardware and panel layouts change between versions.

Boori furniture instructions for every current product, as well as older models, are listed by category on the Boori assembly guides page.

How Do I Assemble a Boori Baby Cot?

Assemble a Boori baby cot by laying the parts out on a soft surface, building the frame with every bolt finger-tight, fitting the mattress base at the right height, and only then tightening all fixings with the Allen key.

Most Boori cot setup guide steps follow the same sequence:

1. Lay all parts on a soft surface, such as a rug or the flattened box, to protect the finish.
2. Identify every part and bag of hardware using the diagram on page 1 of the guide.
3. Assemble the side panels, keeping every bolt finger-tight only at this stage.
4. Attach the front and back panels, checking the cot sits square on the floor.
5. Fit the mattress base at the correct height: the high position for a newborn, and the low position once your baby can roll or pull up.
6. Tighten all fixings with the Allen key. Make them firm, but do not overtighten, as this can crush the timber or strip the thread.

Boori cot bed assembly follows the same order, with extra panels for the later bed stages stored safely until you need them.

Once the cot is built, check there is no gap larger than 25mm between the mattress and the frame on any side, as AS/NZS 2172:2003 requires. If you have a compact cot, confirm the mattress is 119x65cm and not a standard 132x70cm mattress, which will not fit.

Recheck every fixing after the first one to two weeks of use, because timber settles once the cot is in daily use, and then once per school term. If you are still choosing a model, compare the full range in the baby cots collection.

How Do I Assemble a Boori Bunk Bed or Loft Bed?

Assemble a Boori bunk bed or loft bed with two people in the room where it will be used, building the bottom frame first, then the top frame, then the ladder or staircase, and allow 90–120 minutes.

Assembling in the final room is critical. A fully assembled bunk will not fit through a standard Australian interior door, which is about 820mm wide, so carry the boxes in first and build the bed where it will stay.

Boori bunk bed assembly usually follows these steps:

1. Sort the hardware into bags or containers by type and size before you start.
2. Build the bottom frame, then the top frame, then the ladder or staircase.
3. Fit the guard rails. They must extend at least 160mm above the mattress surface, as AS/NZS 4220:2010 requires.
4. Use a top bunk mattress no deeper than 20cm, so the guard rail stays effective.
5. Check every ladder rung is secure, with no movement.
6. Do a final push test: the frame must not flex or sway when pushed firmly.
7. Wall-anchor large bunks where your walls allow, following ACCC guidance.

Recheck all fixings monthly for the first three months, then once per school term. Staircase bunks have more fixings than ladder bunks, so work through every step when you check. Compare ladder and staircase designs in the kids bunk beds range.

Check the room before you start. You need at least 900mm of clearance between the top mattress and the ceiling, and the bed should sit away from windows, blind cords and ceiling fans. Clear enough floor space to lay out both end frames at once, because they are the largest pieces.

A loft bed follows the same order, with the desk or storage underneath fitted last. Children under 6 must not use the top bunk, and loft beds suit children from about 7. If you are still deciding between a bunk, a loft and a standard bed, the full range is in the kids beds collection.

How Do I Assemble a Boori Wardrobe or Chest of Drawers?

Assemble a Boori wardrobe or chest of drawers flat on the floor and then stand it upright, which takes about 60–90 minutes, before levelling it and anchoring it to the wall straight away.

Do not try to build a wardrobe standing up. Building it flat keeps the carcass square and stops panels twisting as you fit them. Once it is upright, use a spirit level and adjust it until it sits level on the floor before anchoring.

Boori wardrobe assembly ends with the anchor. The ACCC recommends wall anchoring all freestanding furniture over 900mm in children's rooms, and the anchor should go in immediately after assembly. Fix it into a stud rather than plasterboard alone, and fit the anti-tip strap hardware included with the unit before you load it with clothes or toys.

Finish by testing every drawer. Each one should slide in and out smoothly and close fully before it is loaded. If a drawer sticks, check the runners are seated correctly rather than forcing it.

How Do I Convert a Boori Cot to a Toddler Bed?

Convert a Boori Convertible Plus cot to a toddler bed by removing the front rail, sliding in the guard rail and reattaching it with the included kit hardware, which takes about 20–30 minutes.

Conversion kits and guard panels for each cot model are available in the conversion kits collection. Check your cot model before you order, because kits are made for specific cots.

Keep the bolts from the front rail somewhere safe, as you may need them again. Lower the mattress base to the low position before the first night in the new bed, and check that the guard rail is firm and does not flex when you push it. Run your hand along the rail and the open edge to make sure no bolt heads or splinters stick out.

Each conversion has its own instructions, so download the specific conversion kit PDF for your model code from the Boori assembly guides page, and keep the printed steps with the cot for the next stage.

Convert when your child is ready rather than on a set date. Climbing out of the cot is the clearest sign, but a child who is settled and safe in the cot does not need to move early. Keep the bedding, comfort items and routine the same on the first nights, so the only change is the open side.

Can I Get Boori Furniture Assembled for Me in Australia?

Yes, you can get Boori furniture assembled for you in Australia, with paid assembly available in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Gold Coast and Canberra.

Assembly providers and booking details for each city are listed on the Boori furniture assembly service page. Professional assembly is worth considering for bunk beds, loft beds and large wardrobes, where two people and the right tools make a real difference, or if you simply do not have the time before the furniture is needed. Confirm the price and timing with the provider when you book.

If a part is missing or damaged, do not substitute hardware from another product. Bolts, pins and fittings vary between models and production runs, and the wrong part can weaken a joint. Contact Boori first to confirm the correct part number for your model version, then order through the Boori spare parts page.

If you book an assembler, have the boxes in the room where the furniture will stay, clear the floor space, and download the PDF guide in advance so the assembler can confirm the parts list. Keep your order number handy in case any hardware is missing on the day, and keep small parts and plastic bags away from children while the work is under way.

If you would rather see a piece assembled before you buy, the showrooms display cots, beds and storage fully built. Check addresses and opening hours on the Boori store locator before you visit.

What Safety Checks Should I Do After Assembly?

After assembly, check that every fixing is tight, every rail is secure and every tall piece is anchored, then repeat the checks after one to two weeks, once per school term and any time the furniture is moved.

• Cot: no gap larger than 25mm on any side; all bolts tightened; mattress base at the correct height; guard rail secure if fitted.
• Bunk or loft bed: guard rail at least 160mm above the mattress; top mattress no deeper than 20cm; every ladder rung secure; no frame flex; wall anchor in place.
• Wardrobe or chest: level and stable; anti-tip strap installed; drawers open and close cleanly.

Write the date of each check in the back of the assembly guide, so it is easy to see when the next one is due. If any part is loose, cracked or missing, stop using the piece until it is fixed.

Manufacturing defects in fixings and structural parts are covered by the Boori warranty: 3 years as standard, extendable to 5 years on registration. Claim steps are on the Boori warranty page.

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