Victoria Svensson had always been fascinated by the iconic String® Furniture system designed by Swedish architect couple Nisse and Kajsa Strinning. The innovative furniture utilized thin steel cables instead of traditional wood or metal frames, allowing pieces to be easily assemb … | Continue reading
Finding space to air dry clothes can be challenging in tiny apartments or laundry rooms. Instagram user @The.Robin.Wood shared a brilliantly simple solution — transforming an IKEA KALLAX shelving unit into a vertical DIY clothes rack. There are many benefits to adding a clothes d … | Continue reading
Are you tired of hunching over to load the laundry? Instagram user @saskiaweerstand showed how she elevated her washing machine and dryer off the floor using IKEA kitchen cabinets. It’s a fantastic way to blend the laundry section with the kitchen, especially if you already use a … | Continue reading
Renovating a kitchen is one of the most expensive home remodeling projects. Most of the kitchen remodel cost is often associated with replacing cabinets. Suitable quality cabinets are costly, but replacing cabinets often also requires replacing countertops, making it a huge under … | Continue reading
Your home is your haven. It’s where the heart is. We all want our homes to look and feel warm, inviting, personal, unique, and like an accurate representation of ourselves. The best way to make a home original is to add individual touches and create special features that elevate … | Continue reading
Shopping at IKEA is fun again! IKEA is known for its low prices and quirky assembly instruction manuals. However, in recent years, many customers have noticed a significant increase in the price of IKEA products. IKEA has attributed the price hike to rising costs of raw materials … | Continue reading
Tired of cluttered counters and misplaced items, one woman decided to tackle an organization project for her entrance hall. Unable to find the perfect narrow cabinet solution at local stores, she got creative with an IKEA furniture hack. Frustrated by the lack of storage space be … | Continue reading
Scent can powerfully affect our mood and well-being. But candles and essential oil diffusers aren’t the only way to fill your home with beneficial fragrances. Simmer pots offer an easy, natural method for aromatherapy and work as a natural air freshener. A simmer pot is a vessel … | Continue reading
Anne’s journey with the IKEA SMÅGÖRA changing table is a tale of finding a place for a piece of furniture the kids have outgrown. Now more about the SMÅGÖRA changing table. This IKEA changing table, like a few others in the range, is designed to evolve as the child grows. When th … | Continue reading
Your home is an extension of your unique self, so give your living space the high-end treatment it deserves by decorating it with these ten luxury home decor touches. Luxury home touches go beyond stylish decorations and furnishings, though those are a great starting point. Take … | Continue reading
IKEA has taken a significant step towards improving furniture safety. A week ago, the Swedish home furnishing giant announced its inaugural patent pledge, offering its Anchor and Unlock innovation for broader adoption. This innovative feature is designed to enhance furniture stab … | Continue reading
Teresa Casamonti shares two ways to hack an affordable and functional Montessori rotating bookshelf for her kids using IKEA pieces and some wood boards. A rotating bookshelf is a great way to encourage young children to read and engage with books. A rotating bookcase promotes ind … | Continue reading
Fall front porch decor season is almost here, and soon, it will seem like every step, stoop, and entryway is adorned with cheerful pumpkins, rustic straw bales, and colorful mums. Homeowners may want to join in the festive fun, but if their budget is a little stretched, the addit … | Continue reading
The allure of secret passageways and hidden rooms had captivated our imaginations since childhood when we dreamed of opening the door to faraway places and mysterious lands. While recreating this sense of wonder in our homes may not lead us to Narnia, it’s not as far-fetched as i … | Continue reading
Antique benches, with their charming dents, scratches, and all, can cost a pretty penny. But Claire wanted one for her home and decided to upcycle an old IKEA SKOGSTA bench into a vintage narrow bench. In an impressive display of creativity and resourcefulness, Claire took a saw, … | Continue reading
Hosting a Halloween party can be a great way to celebrate the spooky season and create lasting memories with your friends and loved ones. For a successful party, choose great Halloween decorations that create a spooktacular atmosphere. This starts with selecting a Halloween party … | Continue reading
Finding the perfect door stopper that complements your home decor and fits your budget can be challenging. IKEA hacker Diego Pintos found a solution by creating a doorstop in subtle, neutral shades using an IKEA snack bag. This DIY project is a cost-effective way to add a touch o … | Continue reading
Many households need a place to put socks. As a mom of five, we have a lot of socks passing through the laundry room on any given week. Most socks come out of the dryer and quickly find their match, but what about those sitting alone for months in the sock bin? You can repurpose … | Continue reading
Regarding outdoor planters, one has many choices for a suitable vessel. First, consider what colors complement your existing decor. What functionality are you looking for? You may need something to hang on a vertical wall or rest on the floor or a plant stand. Do you want someth … | Continue reading
The open floor plan trend is on its way out, even triggering a quiet quitting from Architectural Digest. In its place, defined spaces and designated rooms for work, play, and sleep. This is where room dividers come in handy to help establish zones and ease the transition from one … | Continue reading
I needed some nice door stoppers for my new home. The ones I found online were either too ugly or too expensive. So, I decided to improvise a nice doorstop with the IKEA HAJMAL snack bag. Material used: How to make a DIY door stopper: 1. I bought 3 for 2€ each. Its size is perfec … | Continue reading
The IKEA LACK wall shelving unit, with its minimal style and concealed bracket, is undoubtedly one of the most popular floating wall shelves on the market. Over the years, we’ve seen countless hacks and modifications to the LACK wall shelves, making it seem like we’ve seen it all … | Continue reading
We have an IKEA stackable bed in the guest room and love it. The only problem is that the legs on the UTÅKER bed frame are so short that we cannot store anything under the bed. Also, because of the short legs, you are limited in the height of the (bottom) mattress when the beds a … | Continue reading
The durable IKEA blue bag is used to carry many things ranging from flatpack furniture to laundry, but its recent cargo may rank as one of the most intriguing. 1. A Stolen Van Gogh Painting A tipster used the large, 99-cent IKEA FRAKTA bag to return a stolen Vincent van Gogh pain … | Continue reading
The United States of America is a wonderland of diversity, with each state boasting distinctive charm and impressive advantages. From the mesmerizing natural beauty of some states to the exceptional cultural and economic contributions of others, this vast country has no shortage … | Continue reading
Let’s face it. Remote work brings strong emotions from both sides. Those who are in favor say it will help with work-life balance, save on commuting costs and a net benefit to the employee. The other side believes it will create a disconnected workforce and will diminish positive … | Continue reading
Do you look at your IKEA furniture and sigh? It may be time to revamp it with paint. There are a variety of furniture paints to choose from when you get ready to tackle your project. The products are available in various colors and finishes, allowing you to get creative and showc … | Continue reading
The IKEA LACK wall shelving unit, with its minimal style and concealed bracket, is undoubtedly one of the most popular floating wall shelves on the market. Over the years, we’ve seen countless hacks and modifications to the LACK wall shelves, making it seem like we’ve seen it all … | Continue reading
I provide furniture assembly services, and a client showed me an Instagram inspiration photo (pictured below), which incidentally was a bedroom closet project featured on IKEA Hackers. The client wanted to know if I could make a built-in wardrobe to cover the existing reach-in cl … | Continue reading
If you want to add some greenery to your home, DIY hanging planters are a great way to do so. And what better way to create them than using affordable IKEA items? With some creativity and basic tools, you can transform IKEA products into cute hanging plant pots that add a touch o … | Continue reading
Industrial designer addresses IKEA product pain points with 3D printing. Adam Miklosi, a renowned Hungarian industrial designer, is no stranger to 3D Printing IKEA hacks. He continues to up the game with his Uppgradera Collection 3. Collaborating with German additive manufacturin … | Continue reading
In a heartwarming story of creativity and nostalgia, Peter Isaacson shared his incredible IKEA hack from over 20 years ago — transforming an IKEA VARLIG plushie bear into a functioning Pentium III computer for his wife. What’s more impressive is how this teddy bear computer — ren … | Continue reading
DIY cutting board that looks fab and works amazing for less than $22. I do occasionally like to prepare a juicy roast beef, but slicing it on a traditional chopping board is usually a messy affair. All the juices that flow around spill over from the board to the kitchen counterto … | Continue reading
An apartment friendly, no power tools needed, easy-to-do IKEA hack that results in a low mess, well-ventilated top entry litter box that’s also a bench. This is actually the second one of these we’ve made; the first one lasted 6 years of heavy use (we sit on ours a couple of time … | Continue reading
Fall is one of the most popular seasons. The mild weather and the natural wonder of changing leaves make it a favorite time of year for many people. As a result, decorating our homes with fall décor is an annual trendy pastime. The popularity of fall decorating has led to the exp … | Continue reading
If you’re looking for a fun and creative way to organize your kid’s books and craft supplies, look no further than this IKEA MOPPE toddler bookshelf and craft storage box hack. With a few simple steps, DIYer Kristina of @BonnyundKleid shows us how to transform this wooden mini ch … | Continue reading
An ottoman is a versatile piece of furniture that can be used as a footrest, extra seating, or coffee table. It typically has a padded top and may have storage space inside. Ottomans come in various shapes, sizes, and styles, making them a popular choice for any room in the house … | Continue reading
Wineke, from the Netherlands, appreciated the sound quality of the IKEA VAPPEBY Bluetooth Speaker but is not entirely fond of its appearance. The IKEA VAPPEBY Bluetooth speaker lamp has a unique and unconventional appearance that may be endearing to some. Depending on one’s persp … | Continue reading
Summer is coming to an end, and it’s time to start thinking about heading back to college. From textbooks to dorm decor, there are countless items you’ll need to make your college experience a success. The question is: where to start? IKEA is undoubtedly the go-to place for dorm … | Continue reading
BILLY may be the king of built-in bookcases but don’t be quick to dismiss the other IKEA bookshelves that can work just as beautifully. Matthew’s choice is the LIATORP half-panel-glass-door combo. The delicate shapes and details of the IKEA LIATORP series evoke a sense of country … | Continue reading
The hype surrounding the Barbie movie may inspire you to create a Barbie Dream House for your child. (Or yourself, I understand that totally). This hack involves transforming an IKEA BILLY bookcase into a convertible Barbie doll house. By adding some paint, carpet, and a few piec … | Continue reading
Modifying the IKEA KALLAX shelving unit into an entryway bench is one of the most popular hacks here on IKEA Hackers. And with good reason — the KALLAX unit is at the right height for a storage bench, and you can add a layer of cushion or pillows for more comfort. You can slot in … | Continue reading
A bathroom towel ladder is one storage item you’ll often see in chic bathrooms. Unlike wall-mounted towel racks, a ladder towel rack is almost freestanding and does not need to be secured to the wall. While they are typically made from 2 posts with rungs in between they are usual … | Continue reading
For someone like me who struggles with gardening, self-watering planters are a godsend. Sure, I know proper hydration is key to maintaining a thriving plant. But it’s not always easy to know when to water and provide the appropriate amount of water for each plant. More so when I’ … | Continue reading
The IKEA LACK side table is as “IKEA” as it gets. Minimal. Particleboard exterior. “Honeycomb” interior. Easy to assemble. The IKEA LACK side table (21 5/8″ x 21 5/8″ x 17 3/4″) sells for $16.99. Not too long ago, IKEA started producing a smaller side table (13 3/4″ x 13 3/4″) wh … | Continue reading
Katja Nordkvist is a DIY enthusiast who recently completed an impressive hack of IKEA KNOXHULT cabinets and BILLY bookcases. She transformed these basic pieces into a custom built-in bookshelves that showcases her decorative items. What I love about it is the closed storage cabin … | Continue reading
Here’s how to give the KALLAX and INLÄGG a smooth integrated desk transition. IKEA offers this KALLAX desk combination BUT the Z brackets are mounted on the desk top. This not only looks very poor but means the connecting surface isn’t smooth. I wanted a smooth connection between … | Continue reading
This is how I realised my idea for a TV wall with fireplace from IKEA kitchen cabinets. We originally had a wall mounted flat-screen TV with an electric fireplace beneath, artwork above on a blue shiplap wall. We wanted more storage cabinets around the TV and also a focal point f … | Continue reading