Cheap junkAmandaAfter removing all the parts from the box and getting about a quarter of the way through the assembly, two main components had splits in the wood. Im not even going to try and inspect the rest of this garbage. Its being returned ASAP. Would NOT recommend.1
Nice sizeDee-AnneI really like the size of the drawers as they hold much more than standard dressers. They look very nice. Overall, very happy with my purchase. As a long time Ikea shopper, I have put many pieces of Ikea furniture together over the last 30 years. This time around, I found the instructions for Gullaberg not as clear as past instructions. For instance, I installed the metal support beams under the top drawers incorrectly. After studying this step very carefully, I had to guess which way they were to be installed and I guessed wrong. I had to disassemble the dresser and re-install them correctly. I would clarify the instructions for this step. My big disappointment is that the long piece that fits between the top drawers and the dresser top does not align correctly and so the wood edge is visible on one side and it doesn't look very nice. I tried really hard to align it, but I think one of the holes is mal-aligned.3
This is a very sturdy dresser well madeDianneI purchased this for my granddaughters nursery. She loves it and thinks it will work great for her new born baby. Lots of room in the drawers. The only thing that would make this a little better would be self closing drawers5
Cheaply MadeSamaraIt is cheaply made and annoying to put together. I bought it for my daughters room and it is already broken.2
Room dresserCassandraBig, large drawers, beautiful, great quality5
Great dresserTerriAssembled the dresser by myself. Found the directions easy to follow. I laid everything out. Looked at the materials. Went through the instructions first. All the little bolts and bits were in numbered bags. It takes a while to put it together, but I was able to do it. very happy with the end result.5
Unbelievably difficult to assemble RobinThe dresser looks fine once completed but OMG, I have NEVER assembled anything from IKEA or anywhere else that was so insanely frustrating to put together. The instructions are GARBAGE!! This took me 6 hours. Most of that spent staring at the “instructions” trying to figure out what’s next.
I kept looking around figuring I was on hidden camera and there was no way to assemble it and someone just wanted to see how long it took before I threw this thing out the window (not possible btw because you’ll need a forklift to move it). 3
Drop in quality, confusing instructionsTomasI have put together a lot of furniture from IKEA over the years and generally found it to be straightforward. Dressers, bed frames, shelves, etc. This is the worst item I have ever assembled. The instructions were not clear. The quality has dropped significantly from the Hemnes line. The drawers don't slide in and out smoothly. There's hardly any metal or wood to be found, all plastic fasteners and particle board. This also makes it extremely heavy compared to the Hemnes but feels flimsy at the same time. For the price that these are, I was expecting much better quality and components. There are also new plastic plugs for the back that were not clear how to use and didn't fit into the holes. I ended up breaking most of them trying to get them in. I would recommend having a mallet handy to get these in and move boards around that don't snap together neatly. Overall a frustrating assembly and disappointing quality.2
DresserDevinaGreat5
Solid and easy to put togetherMattThis dresser is solid and easy to assemble. No mess like others mentioned—just lots of cardboard to recycle, which is normal. It was well-packed and arrived in four boxes since I also ordered the glass top. When you open box #1, you get the instructions and all hardware, but you’ll quickly realize you need to open all three main boxes at once because some parts for the first steps are in box #3. Yes, the two metal rails you’re looking for are in the bottom of the last box, and the “U” channel faces up—you’re welcome! Once those are found, the rest is straightforward. Use the adjustable feet and level the dresser immediately and moving forward everything will sit flush. The glass top uses four L-brackets with rubber keeps to prevent sliding, and I recommend it to protect the surface. The dresser is laminated chipboard and has a slight wood smell. Unknown for how long as I have only had it for 3 days.
Only drawback is the cheap drawer slides. Ball bearings would have made it perfect.4
Poor quality, bring back HemnesKailynSo disappointed that this is particle board and not actual wood... The Hemnes collection was so much better. This is flimsy and won't last.2
Nothing lines upAnneThe prefab holes aren’t drilled correctly. One corner of the dresser is not aligned causing a drawer to get stuck and one side of the top to pop up.2
Satisfied customerJeanAssembly was a little tricky. But went well. Very happy with it.5
Quality issues and poor instructionsClarkThere are a number of new methods of assembly used for this product - some confusing aspects which are not clearly shown in the instructions. There is also what appears to be incorrectly drilled locations for the back panel retainers on the side supports near the top. Compared to the Hemnes version, this leaves much to be desired. Below the front top panel edge on the front face are two long pieces of trim that need to be screwed into the top panel - it was hard to locate the holes (Should have had two dowels for alignment), and screwing in the screws with the supplied allen key was difficult. The screws should have been 1-2 mm longer so allow them to bite into the top panel easier.2
No wood here unfortunatelyLizI was disappointed to learn the Hemnes series of solid wood dressers has been replaced by this Gulaberg line. Upon looking at the materials list, it shows "Particleboard and fiberboard with plastic honeycomb filling" for the top and fibreboard and tin foil for the drawer sides. No thanks IKEA. We used to count on you for quality at a fair price. Now it's just cheap stuff like everything else.1
GreatAlexandraGreat buy very happy hard to assemble though5
Love this dresser Anonymous reviewerIf you’re looking for a dresser that has deep drawers and has eight total drawers, this is the one! It’s very heavy, well made and has no smell. Took me approx two hours with some hubby help to get it done. The color is beautiful and so pleased with the outcome. I love the fact that ikea makes stuff that is nice and affordable. Comes in 3 boxes!! I recommend this product. My mom wants one now!!5