Keep furniture spare parts with the right assembly notes

A labelled spare-parts packet is useful only when you can connect every piece to a specific item of furniture later.

1. After assembly is complete and checked against the manufacturer's instructions, separate confirmed spare parts from anything left over unexpectedly. Do not assume an unexplained fitting is optional.
2. Place confirmed spares in a closed, labelled packet with the furniture name, model and manual reference. Note the room or a distinctive feature if you own several similar pieces.
3. Keep the packet and instructions together in a designated storage place away from children. Photograph the label if your household also uses a digital home inventory.

Before using a spare during a repair or move, match it to the parts diagram again. Similar-looking screws can have different purposes; the packet is a reference system, not permission to substitute hardware.