Q: Can I turn a MYDAL into a KURA bunk bed?

ContributorJune 8, 2021

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 twin bed for a ...

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Coat rack in winter … bike rack in summer!

ContributorJune 7, 2021

A freestanding rack for clothes and a bike, or two. After searching for a bike rack jack that would be cheap, simple, not make holes in the wall or ceiling,...

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IKEA floor lamp with a handy adjustable shelf

ContributorJune 1, 2021

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 off the she...

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1 big or 2 small units: This portable kitchen island so useful

ContributorMay 28, 2021

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 opportunity to ...

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FRIHETEN sleeper sectional downsized into a chaise

ContributorMay 24, 2021

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 posted it free ...

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Help! How do I hack this bar desk?

ContributorMay 20, 2021

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 Gizmodo ...

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DIY worm farm for $20: Stackable bins for small spaces

ContributorMay 18, 2021

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 the integra...

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How I hacked a freestanding bathroom vanity for $60

ContributorMay 17, 2021

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. Here's a ...

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IKEA HAVSTA, the new favourite for built-in bookshelves

ContributorMay 13, 2021

Move over HEMNES, IKEA HAVSTA is taking over. The quote for a bespoke bookcase was over £3K. We rolled up our shelves and hacked ourselves an IKEA HAVSTA b...

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Easy Elevated Pet Bowl Feeder: Raise dinner to a new level

ContributorMay 10, 2021

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 right height an...

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3 unique ways IKEA BILLY was used for toys & storage

Jules YapMay 7, 2021

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, we zoom in ...

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This IKEA storage box is perfect as dinosaur cage

ContributorMay 4, 2021

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 and make som...

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The Ultimate IKEA LACK RetroPie Table

ContributorMay 3, 2021

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 the chance b...

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Teens room gets makeover after IKEA store inspiration

ContributorApril 30, 2021

This hack is for our soon-to-be teenagers room. It consists of a KARLBY worktop turned into a desk/bed headboard, ESPEVÄR Slatted mattress bases that double as...

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DRAGGAN cart facelift – from rusty to fresh new look

ContributorApril 29, 2021

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 hack that e...

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6 neat ideas for home recycling bins & stations

Jules YapApril 27, 2021

#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. Previo...

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IKEA BESTÅ entertainment unit designed for an 82″ TV

ContributorApril 26, 2021

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 'built-in' lo...

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How to make a Rust Industrial Pendant Light

ContributorApril 22, 2021

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 the office...

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