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IKEA FALSTER garden set gets a facelift

ContributorAugust 3, 2021

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 good shape on its own. I thought of painting it to see how it will look and I love the final look. IKEA items used: IKEA FALSTER outdoor...

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12 artists hack IKEA bargain items and we’re stoked!

Jules YapAugust 2, 2021

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 without packag...

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6 money saving ideas to upcycle your old IKEA crib

ContributorJuly 30, 2021

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 kitchen an...

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Out of stock. 3 alternatives for IVAR bamboo door.

Jules YapJuly 29, 2021

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 storage and I'...

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IKEA RABBLA box now more useful with these 8 accessories

ContributorJuly 27, 2021

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 printer to ...

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Build your own Double Dog Crate with WFH Desk

ContributorJuly 23, 2021

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 and bulky....

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IKEA hacked its new battery charger into a book

Jules YapJuly 22, 2021

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 home decor....

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This See Through Room Divider provides subtle separation

ContributorJuly 20, 2021

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 some separati...

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How to make a corner unit from regular BILLY bookcases

ContributorJuly 19, 2021

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 outside the...

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12 unexpected ways to use IKEA HYLLIS in your home

Jules YapJuly 16, 2021

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. It's no wo...

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Bottle lights spice things up: BEKVÄM luminaire

ContributorJuly 15, 2021

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 wires. The ...

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The Old Elm Coffee Table from old IKEA coffee table

ContributorJuly 13, 2021

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 house and ot...

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Affordable over the bed storage for small bedrooms

ContributorJuly 12, 2021

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 flanking my bed...

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The best DIY dog raincoats using IKEA bags

ContributorJuly 9, 2021

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 rain. You...

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Q: Make a twin-sized NORDLI storage bed from queen-sized bed frame?

ContributorJuly 8, 2021

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 turned into a ...

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How to modify VIDGA curtain brackets for FYRTUR blind

ContributorJuly 6, 2021

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 result, I wanted...

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2 ways to stop SKÅDIS hooks falling out of the slots

ContributorJuly 2, 2021

SKÅDIS hooks falling off or being dislodged from the pegboard holes is one of the most annoying aspects of using the SKÅDIS system. Finally, we have the fix to...

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Q: Can you help identify these old IKEA armchairs?

ContributorJuly 1, 2021

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 armchair (ID numb...

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How to make chevron doors for an IKEA wardrobe

ContributorJune 29, 2021

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 modular piece...

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