Make extra shelves for the LIATORP bookcase in 3 steps
I had a LIATORP bookcase already and wanted a couple of extra shelves for my books. The BERGSHULT is a reasonable match in style to the LIATORP shelf...
24-08-2021 21:33
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5 fresh laundry room ideas for front loading washer
Organization and storage ideas for a small laundry room.
Over at our IKEA Hackers Facebook Group, Sara asks, “I have a small space where I put m...
20-08-2021 21:30
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This Kid’s Room features a DIY Climbing Wall and aweso
I researched a lot of high end luxury kids rooms on Instagram and thought I could create it using IKEA kitchen furniture.
I have already used the ...
20-08-2021 21:30
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A smart side table that purifies air" IKEA wins again
STARKVIND air purifier breaks new ground for IKEA.
Finally someone is thinking out of the air-purifying box. IKEA announced a new smart air-purifi...
18-08-2021 21:31
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IKEA pegboard and cart make home networking a thing of beaut
No matter where I used to put my networking equipment, they either occupied a lot of space or became hard to access, not to mention that the cables t...
17-08-2021 21:33
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An IKEA item that’s surprisingly good for indoor climb
Indoor plant trellis that goes up, down or all across.
The IKEA range of memo boards are not only good for holding up notes and photos. They work ...
13-08-2021 21:32
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IKEA inspires us to repurpose 12 products, including this gr
Repurposeful Instructions for an IKEA cabinet that begs to be a greenhouse.
IKEA seems to have caught the hacking (or repurposing) bug. Just last ...
13-08-2021 21:32
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IKEA HEMNES dresser refreshed with tropical wallpaper
A rather tired and old looking IKEA Hemnes dresser was given a fresh tropical makeover with wallpaper.
IKEA product:
IKEA Hemnes large drawer...
11-08-2021 21:33
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10 ways to make plain IKEA PAX doors more attractive
Question: I have 2 of these monstrosities in my front room. What funky ideas do you have for me to decorate the IKEA PAX doors so they put a smile on...
11-08-2021 21:33
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1.99 alarm clock becomes mcm style table clock
Made this retro/ mcm clock a couple years ago from two items I purchased from IKEA maybe 10 plus years ago.
I don’t recall the product names,...
07-08-2021 21:32
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Meatball scented candles bring home the IKEA smell
A candle that smells like meatballs"
At the back of my head, I’m thinking this is a huge departure from the collaboration with Ben Gorham, whic...
06-08-2021 21:33
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IKEA FALSTER garden set gets a facelift
As you can see in the before picture, the faded brown was not looking good. I was debating on what to do as the IKEA FALSTER garden set is still in g...
04-08-2021 21:34
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12 artists hack IKEA bargain items and we’re stoked!
The As-Is or Bargain Corner is, hands down, our favourite spot in all of IKEA.
In there, we find treasures like ex-showroom furniture, items with...
03-08-2021 21:33
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6 money saving ideas to upcycle your old IKEA crib
Kids outgrown the IKEA crib" Reinvent it into another useful piece of furniture. The SNIGLAR or GULLIVER is awesome in the laundry room, even in the ...
02-08-2021 21:36
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Out of stock. 3 alternatives for IVAR bamboo door.
On this week’s Hackers Help, we brainstorm 3 alternative doors for the IVAR shelving unit.
I?m repurposing my IVAR shelving unit for nursery st...
30-07-2021 21:37
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IKEA RABBLA box now more useful with these 8 accessories
I wanted to create a series of accessories to expand the functionality of the IKEA RABBLA box with compartments.
The only tool you need is a 3D p...
27-07-2021 21:34
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Build your own Double Dog Crate with WFH Desk
After I adopted my two little doggies, I was looking for a place for them to sleep in my room where they were secure. Conventional crates were ugly ...
25-07-2021 21:35
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IKEA hacked its new battery charger into a book
When it comes to the aesthetic of the home, battery chargers are low on the list of priorities. But trust IKEA to not let ugly electronics ruin our h...
23-07-2021 21:32
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This See Through Room Divider provides subtle separation
See Through Room Divider that doesn’t block the view.
In our 1960s house, the Dining Area and Lounge are one open space that seemed to beg for s...
20-07-2021 21:34
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How to make a corner unit from regular BILLY bookcases
In the gangway to the bedrooms in his home, Marc needed extra place for the books to read in the bedroom. The most suitable space was a corner just o...
20-07-2021 21:34
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12 unexpected ways to use IKEA HYLLIS in your home
The HYLLIS — one of the most practical and affordable ranges in IKEA. In a nutshell, it’s sturdy, lightweight and approved for use in wet areas.
...
17-07-2021 21:33
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Bottle lights spice things up: BEKVÄM luminaire
Your home bar needs this set of bottle lights!
LED luminaire in a bottle is based on a friend’s idea, but it was just a loose set of bottles and...
15-07-2021 21:42
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The Old Elm Coffee Table from old IKEA coffee table
Upcycling at its best.
We wanted to have a heavy rustic wooden table, with only two or three pieces of wood glued together. This style fits our ho...
14-07-2021 21:36
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The best DIY dog raincoats using IKEA bags
Not all dogs need a raincoat, but some breeds without thick undercoats may benefit from having one. A raincoat can protect a dog from the cold of the...
14-07-2021 21:36
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How to modify VIDGA curtain brackets for FYRTUR blind
I decided to do this hack because I didn’t want to mount the FYRTUR blind directly to the door; I was afraid of voiding the warranty.
As a resu...
14-07-2021 21:36
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Affordable over the bed storage for small bedrooms
I wanted to add more storage in my small bedroom and decided to use the space around and over my bed. I liked the symmetry of two storage units flank...
14-07-2021 21:36
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Q: Make a twin-sized NORDLI storage bed from queen-sized bed
Is anyone familiar with the queen-sized NORDLI storage bed that could give any advice as to whether the footboard/headboard can be shortened and turn...
14-07-2021 21:36
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Q: FONNES and VEDDINGE doors colour match"
My name is Heiko, and I have a problem, and until I solve it I can’t finish my hack.
I wanted to replace my bookshelves, as it collected too muc...
04-07-2021 21:33
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Have fun teaching ABC: IKEA Spinning Wheel hack
I hacked an IKEA LUSTIGT Spinning Wheel into a fun tool for kids to learn the ABC. Each alphabet corresponds with an animal to aid letter recognition...
04-07-2021 21:33
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2 ways to stop SKĹDIS hooks falling out of the slots
SKĹDIS hooks falling off or being dislodged from the pegboard holes is one of the most annoying aspects of using the SKĹDIS system. Finally, we have ...
04-07-2021 21:33
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IKEA IVAR “Hide and Peek” cabinet hack
I recently hacked an IKEA IVAR cabinet into a drinks and display cabinet. It features gold leaf on the back which creates a striking backdrop for bar...
04-07-2021 21:33
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Mirror mirror on the wall, show off your details, big and sm
Today I want to share how I turned a black UNG DRILL Mirror, into a wonderful metallic masterpiece that every evil queen would love to enchant!
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04-07-2021 21:33
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How to make chevron doors for an IKEA wardrobe
The PLATSA system is the more affordable modular IKEA wardrobe. Compared to the PAX, it’s a lot more flexible and easier to put together.
The m...
04-07-2021 21:33
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Q: Can I turn a MYDAL into a KURA bunk bed"
My name is Melissa and I’m based in Canada, where the KURA reversible bed is now discontinued, to my chagrin!
I wanted to use the KURA for a twi...
04-07-2021 21:33
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IKEA + SONOS picture frame speaker unveiled, sells for $199
IKEA and SONOS officially unveiled their new “picture frame” speaker, boosting their current SYMFONISK line up of a table lamp and bookshelf spea...
04-07-2021 21:33
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Tablecloth Playhouse with fun, adorable details kids love
Rebecca wanted to make an amazing, foldable tablecloth playhouse for her children using her ordinary dining room table.
Related: 20 fabu...
04-07-2021 21:33
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Multiple device charging station: You won’t need any o
I was fed up having all devices cluttering around to charge all the time with different cables and connectors. So I needed a solid sort of rack to cr...
04-07-2021 21:33
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Q: Anchoring bookcases to the wall without screws"
We have 3 full width, 3 half width BILLY bookcases and 4 GNEDBY CD/DVD storage. We’re about to move to a new home where we’ve been told we can’...
04-07-2021 21:33
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Q: Can you help identify these old IKEA armchairs"
We’re stumped. Can you help identify these IKEA armchairs"
#1 Is this an EKTORP armchair"
Trying to find out the name of this IKEA armch...
04-07-2021 21:33
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Convert this popular step stool to an occasional side table
I wanted a small, portable table that I could use to put my food and drinks on when sitting in my garden. As I would use it only occasionally, I didn...
04-07-2021 21:33
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DIY potting table with shelves for propagation jars
With more time spent at home, I’ve started doing a bit more gardening. I’m so glad I hacked this DIY potting table over a year ago. It turned out...
04-07-2021 21:33
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IVAR front facing clothes rail for narrow spaces
I?m a single guy, living in a small space, IVAR has been my storage salvation. Wardrobes take up a lot of space, and I don?t have much to hang up. So...
04-07-2021 21:33
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IKEA hack for kids: Make a BOLMEN funny face
I live in Sweden and if you live in Sweden and have kids you probably also have an IKEA BOLMEN step stool in your bathroom or somewhere in your house...
03-06-2021 21:33
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IKEA floor lamp with a handy adjustable shelf
I made a movable shelf for an IKEA floor lamp.
The support can both turn and slide freely along the lamp post. However, when you take your hand o...
03-06-2021 21:33
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Device-free dinner made easy with these 4 ideas
A dinner sans phones, tablets and devices" It’s possible. Hopefully, without a lot of kicking and screaming.
We’re spending more and more tim...
01-06-2021 21:33
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1 big or 2 small units: This portable kitchen island so usef
I?ve always wanted to have a kitchen island and when moving into a new apartment, our small kitchen and limited countertop surfaces gave me the oppor...
29-05-2021 21:36
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Hackers Help: Say my name, say my name"
With thousands of IKEA products coming and going, it’s not easy to remember everyone. That’s where we all come in. Collective memory is better th...
28-05-2021 21:34
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Go on a “Renocation”. IKEA + Pinterest show us h
What’s a Renocation" According to IKEA and Pinterest, it’s a renovation with a vacation in mind, creating a spot for a cosy staycation.
The tw...
26-05-2021 21:36
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FRIHETEN sleeper sectional downsized into a chaise
Our cats had basically destroyed this poor couch (see photo of side arm) and we’d already decided that it was time to change it out. I had even pos...
25-05-2021 21:36
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Help! How do I hack this bar desk"
I found this bar desk on Pinterest but haven?t been able to find the original instructions. Any ideas how to make this"
Photo: Pinterest via G...
22-05-2021 21:33
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DIY worm farm for $20: Stackable bins for small spaces
I wanted my DIY worm farm to be stylish, integrated and cheap.
And it is. This system cost me about $20, not including the cart.
People love t...
19-05-2021 21:39
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How I hacked a freestanding bathroom vanity for $60
I hacked a $59.99 IKEA kitchen cart into an open shelving, freestanding bathroom vanity. Did this way back in 2019 and it’s still holding up well.
...
18-05-2021 21:39
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New! Lingonberry Pulled Pork Sandwich is a must try
Many go to IKEA just for their meatballs. Now there’s another good reason — lingonberry pulled pork sandwich. Added to their menu just this Wedne...
15-05-2021 21:39
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IKEA HAVSTA, the new favourite for built-in bookshelves
Move over HEMNES, IKEA HAVSTA is taking over.
The quote for a bespoke bookcase was over Ł3K. We rolled up our shelves and hacked ourselves an IKE...
14-05-2021 21:40
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How to assemble the cheapest home studio desk ever!
I had no room for any of my equipment in my small home / project studio. As you can see from the before picture, everything was just piled up on an o...
12-05-2021 21:36
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Easy Elevated Pet Bowl Feeder: Raise dinner to a new level
When my dog was diagnosed with acid reflux, I wanted to feed him from an elevated pet bowl. But I couldn’t find one that was affordable, at the rig...
11-05-2021 21:35
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3 unique ways IKEA BILLY was used for toys & storage
The BILLY bookcase is one of those things that just works. We seen loads of hacks for the BILLY and you can browse them all here. But in this post, w...
08-05-2021 21:37
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Help: Where to add legs to kitchen cabinet credenza"
Hey there! I’m Rivkie.
I have ambitious (well, ambitious for me :)) plans to turn a few 24″ depth IKEA SEKTION cabinet bases into a “fauxden...
06-05-2021 21:39
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This IKEA storage box is perfect as dinosaur cage
We wanted something different for our son’s dinosaur themed room. And as Darren is very creative (he?s not a tradesman at all) he wanted to design ...
05-05-2021 21:39
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The Ultimate IKEA LACK RetroPie Table
I really like the idea of having a RetroPie arcade machine, but it would take up too much space. This approach — of adding a lift top — gives me ...
04-05-2021 21:41
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Teens room gets makeover after IKEA store inspiration
This hack is for our soon-to-be teenagers room. It consists of a bunk bed that was getting too fragile for their size and weight. Entering their teen...
03-05-2021 21:40
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DRAGGAN cart facelift – from rusty to fresh new look
Here?s another makeover of an old IKEA item at home. In this case, I am refurbishing an old DRAGGAN cart that got rusty over time. It?s a very easy h...
30-04-2021 21:38
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6 neat ideas for home recycling bins & stations
#1 Compact wall recycling center
We live in a small apartment in Copenhagen, so finding space for the variety of recycling can be very difficult. ...
27-04-2021 21:44
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IKEA BESTĹ entertainment unit designed for an 82″ TV
We wanted an 80+ inch TV and looked at many commercial entertainment units and there were not many that would accept a TV this large. We wanted a â€...
26-04-2021 21:40
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BYGGLEK, now with 3 fun furniture assembly manuals
Towards the end of 2020, IKEA and LEGO launched the much talked about BYGGLEK. It was a collection of clever boxes which not only provided space to s...
23-04-2021 21:39
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How to make a Rust Industrial Pendant Light
We decided to alter the lights because the shiny finish did not match our interior office style. We have many reclaimed and distressed components in ...
22-04-2021 21:39
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3 refrigerator gap filler ideas for IKEA kitchen cabinets
Hackers Help: Richard needs a 20cm refrigerator gap filler!
Hi IKEA hackers,
I am building a kitchen in Germany, using IKEA METOD cabinets, th...
20-04-2021 21:39
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All-in-one beer bottle drying rack, sanitizer and storage
Zaga is a beginner home brewer. Besides her Carboy she needed a beer bottle drying rack to properly sanitize and dry the bottles.
...
19-04-2021 21:38
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10 IKEA SKĹDIS pegboard accessories you wish IKEA made
The IKEA SKĹDIS pegboard system comes with a fantastic range of accessories.
Photo: IKEA.com
But …
There’s always room for more.
...
16-04-2021 21:40
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IKEA BEKANT Desk upgrade with touch screen controls
This is my hack of IKEA BEKANT Desk, giving it new touch screen controls and height memory.
IKEA item used:
BEKANT sit/stand desk
Phot...
15-04-2021 21:39
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How to fit KOMPLEMENT drawer around PAX hinge
After my previous wardrobe submission, I had some questions about how the KOMPLEMENT drawer was fitted around the PAX hinge.
I thought I would do ...
14-04-2021 21:38
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Drop leaf kitchen cart solves small space cook/work woes
From ALEX drawers to dual function drop leaf kitchen cart.
I live in a small studio apartment with no real kitchen.
Behind the butcher block, ...
12-04-2021 21:39
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Super large motorized video projector screen for less
Ever since I first saw the remote-controlled, motorized window blinds at IKEA, I immediately had the idea of using them to build a large screen for m...
09-04-2021 21:38
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Sam?s extra tall, extra long teen bed
Our teenage son is 6 ft. 2? and still growing. We wanted a teen bed that has storage and could fit a custom length mattress to suit his height.
Af...
08-04-2021 21:38
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IKEA FÖRNUFTIG air purifier so affordable and stylish
Understanding how much more time we spend indoors these days, IKEA has launched its first, affordable air purifier.
$54.99. That’s the price of ...
08-04-2021 21:38
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BESTĹ storage unit with built-in fireplace
THIS BUILT-IN ELECTRIC FIREPLACE HACK MAY POST A FIRE RISK. PLEASE DO NOT REPLICATE IF YOU DO NOT KNOW HOW TO ENSURE SAFETY OF THIS HACK.
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05-04-2021 21:41
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?Colorful? RAST x 2 to Stacked MCM Dresser
IKEA’s most affordable dresser goes MCM.
My daughter and her partner had just moved back from England to Vancouver, Canada and had already spent...
02-04-2021 21:36
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Using the LACK table as a canvas for art
The IKEA LACK table is like an art canvas to me. And they are cheaper than canvas. It is also easy to transport between exhibitions or when sending t...
01-04-2021 21:34
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Moppe got his stripes with infusible ink transfer sheets
This wooden thing — the MOPPE mini chest of drawers — had been sitting in my craft room for years begging for a makeover. But I didn’t want to ...
31-03-2021 21:36
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Tibia Fracture Leg Rest from old IKEA stool
I needed to build a leg rest due to an injury my son had. Due to this circumstance, I needed to be creative in building a leg support for his injured...
29-03-2021 21:33
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IKEA HEMNES sideboard to kitchen peninsula
The IKEA HEMNES sideboard was chipped and looking shabby after an international move. At the same time, our kitchen table and chairs were equally sha...
26-03-2021 21:33
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Decorative fireplace to cozy up the kids room
I started this project because my children always wanted a fireplace in their bedroom. This is a decorative fireplace and no actual fire is used.
...
26-03-2021 21:33
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Eat your food scraps, new IKEA cookbook shows us how
Wilted greens, egg shells, banana peels — only fit for the trash or compost bin"
IKEA begs to differ.
They say, food scraps should be on yo...
23-03-2021 22:08
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IKEA FYRTUR wireless blind: Switching from battery to perman
I have mounted an IKEAÂ FYRTUR wireless roller blind in a position, where it is difficult to get access to the battery chamber to recharge the batter...
22-03-2021 21:42
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Elegant Next Bed Murphy Bed in a PAX wardrobe
DIY Murphy Bed using a Next Bed Murphy Bed Kit and IKEA PAX wardrobe cabinets.
While our daughter was away at university, we relied on her room as...
19-03-2021 21:38
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Hide a cat litter box in a STUVA bench
I wanted to hide the cat litter box in a piece of furniture such as the STUVA bench, but I did not want to do anything too complicated.
I also ho...
18-03-2021 22:10
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How to mount mini drawers in IKEA IVAR System
Installing the IKEA MOPPE mini chest of drawers in the IVAR side unit. Very easy to do. No glue or screws needed.
IKEA items used:
8 IVAR meta...
18-03-2021 22:10
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IKEA IVAR cabinet in 2 different paint styles
The IKEA IVAR cabinet is so easy to customise with paint. Give it a mono-colour or give it as many as you like.
#1 Karoline’s colorful IVAR cab...
15-03-2021 21:43
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Here’s how to max out the IKEA pull-out spice cabinet
JoepW finds a way to maximize the 20cm wide MAXIMERA pull-out spice cabinet to store even more spice jars.
As the cabinet has only 2 levels, it l...
12-03-2021 21:38
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Laundry room: from derelict to delightful
Hack a laundry pedestal so you don?t ever have to bend down to load or unload a machine.
We are addicted to Houszz. We?ve been collecting photos o...
12-03-2021 21:38
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Q: Help me identify this IKEA office furniture
I would be SO grateful, if you could tell me the name of this IKEA system, so I can at least download the instruction manual, or do specific searches...
10-03-2021 21:37
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Modern Electric Fireplace Furniture with KALLAX
THIS ELECTRIC FIREPLACE FURNITURE HACK MAY POST A FIRE RISK. PLEASE DO NOT REPLICATE IF YOU DO NOT KNOW HOW TO ENSURE SAFETY OF THIS HACK.
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09-03-2021 21:37
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“It?s Always Naptime”, IKEA PS clock gets a make
I am a collage artist, and enjoy applying collage work to surfaces like boxes, large wooden platters, etc.
Every time I?ve seen this clock at the...
08-03-2021 21:36
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Lantern Lamp Post with a message for visitors
This IKEA hack came about when I was trying to stop our friends at ...
05-03-2021 21:33
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Turning 2 SVARTA loft beds into one big double loft bed
One double loft bed coming up!
I felt like I had too little living space. I wanted a loft bed, but still loved my ?old? 160 x 200cm IKEA mattress....
04-03-2021 21:32
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Plate holder completes this DIY network rack
I follow a lot of reddit subgroups which showcase network racks and I was tired of my setup where all the switches were all over the place and not or...
03-03-2021 21:32
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Floating Cat Shelves with IKEA GRANHULT
I wanted to make alternating shelves for our cats to climb in the corner of our bedroom.
They are placed next to our desk so they can walk from i...
02-03-2021 21:34
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Plant parents will love this 3 tier plant stand with light
I was wandering through the “As-Is” section at IKEA and saw the discounted HEKTAR floor lamp.
I was inspired to pair nature with the sim...
01-03-2021 21:32
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Linen-wrapped nightstand using IKEA LACK tables
I needed new nightstand and all of the linen-wrapped nightstands I saw online were all much more expensive than I wanted to spend.
Relat...
25-02-2021 21:32
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2 easy ways to upcycle the IKEA LACK side table
I had two old LACK tables that were left over from a house remodelling. Both the IKEA LACK tables took a couple of hours to upcycle.
The comics ...
24-02-2021 21:33
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