Changing Bed Height on an IKEA SUNDVIK Crib - Demonstration and Review - Clueless Dad

This is a follow up for our video about the IKEA SUNDVIK Crib - • Assembling an IKEA SUN...
Alex asked how to adjust the height of the mattress, so we thought it would be good to do a demonstration video. While we are at it, let's do a review of the Sundvik now that we've been using it for 3 months as well.
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[@gageless]

Goddamn, this was useful. Thanks!

[@Hobbit_1023]

Still helpful even 6 years later. Thank you!

[@larryromaine2847]

I don't know what you do for a living, but this presentation is one of the best quality and best format I've ever seen. Thanks for time-lapse, getting to the point and having such good quality video.

[@voxnul]

Thanks for taking the time! Very informative! Keep it up! Leads of health to you and your loved ones!

[@annehahndiek56]

Not just for clueless dads! Thanks for turning what I thought would be a huge job into literally a 5 min job! Awesome!

[@kleinetroll1308]

Same! I was genuinely worried about the time I was about to lose and in 5 minutes, it was done

[@zeinamounajjed743]

Thank you so much!!! You saved lots of time and effort! Just finished adjusting my baby's crib thanks to you!

[@davidschechter4325]

Thank you for the easy to understand video. Took 5 minutes to complete. You rock!

[@divyarao8075]

Fantastic ! You saved us a lot of time and energy. Thanks a lot ! :)

[@acn97]

Thanks for the update !

[@gilleswadjas]

Thank you for the video. Good job.

[@geoffreysolomon809]

Thanks, I was trying to figure out the easiest way to do this with a similar Ikea crib. This method worked perfectly, appreciate it!

[@CluelessDad]

Great. I have been thinking about doing some videos about the other Ikea models too. I think they're mostly very similar.

[@ismahanmohamed3571]

I did it for my daughter and it was really easy for me😊. Thank you sooo much for showing us this💕. Keep up the good work.

[@Imanulii]

To the age of what may be used by the child

[@theriverwhanau3496]

Okay I originally commented on another saying it didn't help. Then you updated and I got to see what I was looking for! Bingo, thank you!

[@randomdude7341]

Helped me a lot. Thank you!

[@danielwujr]

Thanks for the video! Very useful!

[@chrisaj568]

Thank you for this mate

[@EveryBunny]

I wondered this at the store! Thanks so much for answering this!

[@CluelessDad]

Good luck! It's pretty easy. And we're still very satisfied with the crib overall. I've taken this crib apart and put it back together a few times since filming this, and it gets easier each time. :-D

[@tomread8748]

Thanks for the tips, they were interesting and useful! Hadn't thought so much about the back strain situation, so it's good to have that in mind.

[@CluelessDad]

Thanks for your comment. Yeah the back thing is big. Once you strain your back you realize just how much you use your back muscles for lifting your kid, not just into the crib but also into the high chair, bath tub, etc, etc. PS - I made a second video that's more generically aimed at all IKEA cribs (since they're almost the same design wise). kzbin.info/www/bejne/nHndnX5_j7ZknMU

[@olivierseo]

Thanks lot for the video ✌🏼

[@StreathamBreed]

Thanks dude, that's so helpful, was about to attack it the wrong way. You saved an hour of my Saturday afternoon.🤘🏼

[@CluelessDad]

No problem!

[@pilotpuneet]

Thank you for the detailed review 😀

[@BrunoRodrigues-hb5fj]

Thanks👍👍

[@silviasarah2524]

Thank u so much! Truly a grt help!

[@genevievelm9979]

Thank you this was very useful!!

[@gambit_toys6554]

Thanks!

[@melymelz18]

Thank you so much for this!

[@WiseZed3]

Thank you! Very helpful!

[@gregoryjackson550]

Super helpful video!

[@danaali3209]

Omg thank you so much for this video

[@ericsolioz8212]

Oh gosh! This was so useful! Thanks 🙏🏿

[@CluelessDad]

No problem! thanks!

[@TwoPointOProductions]

Thanks for the great video.

[@squishyflapz9074]

Helped a ton thanks

[@butterflyrose5065]

Thank you because of you i know how too do it❤

[@miramgulamaniyazova]

Thank you very much!!!

[@rachidahilal6201]

Thank u do much i spent a 5 week-end thinking how to do it omg i took 10 min with this méthodes 😁

[@HaiMacDuy]

Thanks, really helpful!

[@PGodard88]

Thank you so much !

[@bengrenon01]

Excellent review, you are very clear. I guess this applies to the STUVA bed as well. thanks!

[@CluelessDad]

Thanks. Yes, I did a video about this - kzbin.info/www/bejne/nHndnX5_j7ZknMU - but for Stuva you need to take care about removing the drawer part correctly. Be careful not to break anything.

[@alessiadomanico94]

@@CluelessDad we have the Stuva crib, it was gifted to us secondhand, already assembled. We can't figure out how to remove the drawer part. Any tips??

[@CluelessDad]

@@alessiadomanico94 it looks like the whole drawer assembly comes out if you have one side off (similar to how i show in the video to lower the crib). It looks like there's just wooden pegs, so it should come out w/o pulling too hard. You can check the instructions here - www.ikea.com/us/en/assembly_instructions/stuva-crib__AA-760581-6_pub.pdf

[@yessireal4604]

Thank u ! This help me a lot !

[@CluelessDad]

Glad we could help!

[@aotero111]

Your awesome, thanks!

[@manjushreejagathisan3187]

Thanks! fixed it within 10 minutes cuz of your tutorial :)

[@CluelessDad]

Glad it helped!

[@maxsteelbrasil]

Thank you saved me a lot of time :)

[@CluelessDad]

Thanks!

[@tonyam1804]

Thank you so much

[@JPBARON25]

Thank you for showing the lower hole!

[@ryanjoseph4861]

Thanks! Appreciate it. 👊

[@CluelessDad]

Thank you!

[@kozin42]

What a fantastic review and thoughtful explanation. I hope your wife's back is doing better!

[@CluelessDad]

Thanks! That was two kids ago, so yes, she got better! :-P

[@kozin42]

@@CluelessDad So glad for that. Much appreciated again for the great video. I'm on the other end of this parenting journey - just getting started.

[@qusarared3985]

thanks, that was useful, I did it in 5 minutes.

[@sheetallaad8811]

Hello, a small question. Can we remove one side of bar without lowering height , in order to make it a co-sleeper to our bed ?

[@EmeraBoss]

Thanks

[@navaneethakrishnanpugazhen7359]

Thanks for such useful video mate.. But I am trying figure out height of bed from the ground? Can I remove one side safety railing and attach this toddler bed to double bed (30cm above the ground level) as my son wants to sleep with us (usual kid behaviour & we love to have him as well). And most important does it fit for 4 year old kid as well? Thanks in advance for your answers

[@lydiawanini4562]

Thank you soo much for this, also like this for the lovely space below, overstocked with nappies and wipes :) . question, would i need to set the height of the bed first before removing the sides?

[@CluelessDad]

If you are removing the side, you can change the height at the same time. (or vice versa, if you're changing the height, you could switch to the version w/ the side off. but obviously that depends on your kid. we lowered the height pretty early (by the time our kid could lift himself up onto his feet, ~6-7 months). We didn't remove the side to a 'walk in bed' until he was like almost 3.

[@shardae6954]

Hi, so I dont need to fetch for extra screws for this cot? I just lower it with the exact same screws. I lost the tighten bolts but its been in the middle height just fine

[@stevenwoltering7000]

Thank you, from one to another (probably much less) clueless dad.

[@CluelessDad]

Thank you!

[@lballew2965]

Hi! We have this crib and transitioned it all the way to a toddler bed. 1st baby is now 5 & I just had another. Do you know how to convert it back from a toddler bed to an infant crib? Also....I may be missing some parts. Does Ikea sell/provide back up screws etc to your knowledge? Thanks!

[@sherifcoutry7160]

Thanks man I just lowered mine in 5 mins!

[@CluelessDad]

Sweet! Thanks!

[@mr_trd21district43]

what kind of bumper is that and where can i get it from? thanks

[@dormiralabelleetoile4449]

Thanks your is really helpful

[@CluelessDad]

You're welcome!

[@YOLKFOLK]

Just did this.. I see a lot of people not knowing about the holes under the bottom. Thanks for the video

[@racheljohnsen8209]

super helpful for lowering.

[@CluelessDad]

Glad we could help! Good luck!

[@kangnagupta9913]

Hi, this is good to know that it is strong enough given it holds the bed of 4 screws. We were planning to make this crib as a co-sleeper and wanted to know the two bed heights that this crib offers (including the regular mattress). Hope you still have this or someone can reply with measurements. Thanks.

[@CluelessDad]

I just checked, the top of the plank is about 22cm and 42cm in the two positions. you need to add the height of the mattress to that of course to figure out the bed height. I think drilling new holes for the plank wouldn't be that hard if you wanted to make a custom height. But since you are removing one of the sides of the crib, you need to double check how the beam that replaces the side slats fits with the new bed height (is there a gap, etc).

[@kangnagupta9913]

Thank you. That helps a lot!

[@spantuev8136]

@@CluelessDad Sorry, do you mean it's 42cm from the floor to the plank in the highest (top) position?

[@saviealexis8503]

Thank you! IKEA should hire you for online video instructions

[@CluelessDad]

I'll settle for some free credits to buy more stuff to film. ;-)

[@carlosioson2564]

Hi can you tell me the size of the doweling pins? 😊

[@neelamnarwani1178]

It is very useful and comfortable. If key lost .How will change its height

[@CluelessDad]

you can get a set of allen wrenches from a hardware or homewares store that will fit it.

[@mimeebeyamin8162]

ThX 💟💟💟

[@rurnkenchurnk]

What height is the mattress at when at its highest?

[@BG-zu4so]

where did you get the wall bumper? can you provide a link to the product? Thanks.

[@CluelessDad]

Hey! The one shown in the video is a Himmelsk from Ikea Hong Kong - www.ikea.com/hk/en/catalog/products/70319702 But it looks like its not available on the Ikea US website. it may not be available here. (I think it may be illegal in some market because consumer safety groups have said that crib bumpers are now considered dangerous too).

[@Lara-yo2qd]

Bumpers have been proven to be unsafe. Read up on safe sleeping guidelines 😊

[@bothamwiset8999]

Hi would like your opinion please. I’m not very tall and thinking the higher position is still a bit deep. Do you think we can move it up a bit more If we drill holes ourselves? Thanks!

[@CluelessDad]

Yeah, its probably not that hard to make new positions with a few drill holes. The problem is your kid is going to outgrow the crib that much sooner. Even at 24 months, our baby is able to climb up the side of the crib if he really wanted to. Another option would be to get a step stool to stand on (a very stable one), or cut the legs shorter if your height is a problem.

[@bothamwiset8999]

@@CluelessDad thanks very much!

[@joshualucaschu9586]

sorry so how do you remove the one side of the crib? not lower but totally remove? thanks

[@CluelessDad]

I actually did this when we moved recently, we tried switching to the one side version. Basically if the crib is already assembled, you can just loosen the 4 hex bolts on one end. on the side you want to remove, take those all the way out. and remove that side's bolts from the other side too, and take the side piece out. then put the single plank that replaces it into place. Its kind of hard to explain via text. I'll have to do a video on this soon! thanks!

[@cassiecollins5636]

Do I need the conversion kit that is comes with, to convert it in to a toddler bed?

[@CluelessDad]

The bed comes with an alternate plank to go along the bottom on the side you want to remove the "side fence". You need to use that plank along with the screws and nut sleeves that you just removed from the side fence.

[@kholouddiy]

Please I need answer Can I remove the side when it's one the upper level so I can put the crib beside my bed or I have to put it in lower level to be able to remove the side

[@CluelessDad]

If you put it next to your bed, you need to check if the crib mattress height matches the bed height. You can put the bed plank in the upper position when the side is removed, but there will be a gap between the bed plank and the side piece, so it could be dangerous if your baby fell down in that gap. And more importantly, you need to secure this crib directly to the bed so there's no chance the two could become separated and the baby fall down between them (could get crushed or suffocate in bedding). Either with screws or straps to make sure they don't separate. I would avoid this kind of modification unless you are VERY careful to do it safely.

[@kholouddiy]

Clueless Dad thanks so so so much

[@CluelessDad]

there are some commercial cribs available online or DIY solutions for 'co-sleep' cribs. google to check those. you can see how they connect to the bed mattress to keep it safe.

[@kholouddiy]

Clueless Dad I will check it thanks once more 😊

[@Barefoot_Joe]

Thumbs up for "Nut Sleeves" 😊👍

[@eunicechew1121]

Thanks for the video! I’m thinking of getting this for my 2yo son, but he’s getting a bit tall so I’m wondering if it’s possible to remove the base entirely and put the mattress on the floor? Would the gap at the bottom be too tall and allow him to crawl out?

[@sgtigereye]

I don’t think that would be safe

[@khaledelgendy7946]

Which position is better for a 7 month baby? The lower or the higher?

[@CluelessDad]

+Khaled Elgendy I just recently had to move it back down for our son who was a little over 8 months at that time. The key issue is can your baby stand up yet? Our son got to the point where he could pull himself up to standing by pulling on the crib bars. At the higher position, that means he can potentially fall out over the top of the crib. Unfortunately the crib is a lot more difficult to use when the bed is low. Takes a lot more back muscle to get the kid in and out. Be careful to avoid straining your back.

[@khaledelgendy7946]

I think we will keep it at the lower level and put something underneath the mattress to elevate as a interim solution.we know our baby is so active and I believe the higher level is not going work for her in a couple of weeks or in a month time.

[@sgtigereye]

Anyone know how old the baby is before you lower it? At what age point do you translation it?

[@CluelessDad]

I lowered it after my kid could pull himself up to standing while in the crib. (I felt like at that point he could quickly figure out how to climb over the side...) So around 7-9 months, depending on when the kid starts crawling and standing.

[@sgtigereye]

@@CluelessDad thank you!

[@almaskhan5717]

Hey..!! Hello Can we make holls in the back sheet of the crib to adjust it on different height for co sleeping? I am planning to buy gulliver cot from ikea but the upper height is higher than our own bed and lower height is too low. Can you please help me out.

[@CluelessDad]

+Almas khan sorry for my late reply. Assuming the gulliver has the same design on the bottom board and how it fastens to the side pieces, it's totally possible to drill new holes at a new height that matches your bed. The trickier part is connecting your bed to the cot safely so there's no chance for a gap to form and a hand or foot to get pinched (or worse, the baby could fall out if they separate). You can google some ikea DIY blogs from ppl that have made these types of 'hacks' to ikea cots. I think you could probably put some straps under your mattress that lash the back side of the cot to the far side of the bed. You just need to make sure it stays very tight.

[@CluelessDad]

PS - you can also buy some dedicated, adjustable cosleeping beds that probably will work. It would be safer than doing something DIY.

[@almaskhan5717]

Clueless Dad Thank you so much for your kind reply and helping me out. I will definitely keep your points in mind it will help alot. Thanks once again 😊

[@CluelessDad]

No problem. Please check out our other videos too. ;-)

[@orimarmarin571]

Where did you get your bumper!!!!

[@CluelessDad]

That one was from our other crib. A stokke sleepi. They’re frowned upon nowadays though.

[@nataliagabriela9266]

Hy ..I'm alone girl and just i try to assambly the same bed how is in your video,but i can not find how i do.I just look the intructions and your video but i can not understand to make it.😡😡 or i search one man who can make me better then me?I have more 3 months when i will born my child but im just alone i dont have nobody whit me😮😮😑and after he will be more hard to make by my self.What did you sugested me?Thank you for your answers!

[@CluelessDad]

Did you see my other video with the assembly for this crib? - kzbin.info/www/bejne/i6e4i2Z_mdiIg6c If you can't figure it out from the instructions, its probably possible to get ikea to help you assemble it. (or find a handy man who can do it...)

[@susanaumiller2318]

Thank you! The instructions have no mention of the pins and bolts to place the bottom board. You're a lifesaver!!

[@Imanulii]

To the age of what may be used by the child ؟

[@CluelessDad]

no body our kid is 3. He’s starting to out grown it (we took the side off). But probably you could use it up to 4 or 5 max.

[@ethiopiasetothatube1285]

10 q it was very helpfull for me baby will happy tonight 👍

[@0one2one]

Why do u make the video so long

[@juliemora2075]

I have to tell you that I do Not like this crib!! My 18 month old granddaughter flipped right over the side and fell to the wood floor ( HEART ATTACK) and my 19 month old grandson has come close! If I wouldn’t have been watching on the monitor, we would have had a repeat! We have it as low as it goes And they aren’t ready to be out of a crib yet. This one’s going to the curb… In pieces! Unless you show me that my husband didn’t lower it properly… I don’t see it though!

[@CluelessDad]

yikes! I've heard of kids climbing out of cribs in general, which definitely is a scary thought. My daughter, who is ~15 months now can reach up and she tries to get her leg up over the side, but won't be big enough for that for a while. One option is to put side rails (also sold by ikea) on all the sides to raise up the barrier, but in that case getting the kid in and out will be even harder. I think if your kid can climb out already, either look for another crib or switch to the open side configuration of this w/ a side rail to keep the kid from rolling out in their sleep (they can still climb in and out at will though.... but at least they won't be falling from a height...)

[@ElvinPrincess522]

Oh my gosh, DO NOT USE BUMPERS. Babies have died from crib bumpers!

[@Mugwort_Sage-Reef]

These are not padded bumpers they are quite thin.

[@Nelcia642]

@@Mugwort_Sage-ReefIt doesn’t matter They’re dangerous

[@Nothing-do4th]

I don’t understand maniac