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SYMFONISK wifi speaker with wireless charger

ContributorJanuary 28, 2021

Instead of putting the shade on it, I added a wireless charger onto the base of the SYMFONISK wifi speaker table lamp. IKEA item used: SYMFONISK lamp with wifi speaker Photo: IKEA.com Other materials and tools: Drill and drill bit...

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Dressing room beautifully fitted with PAX wardrobe

ContributorJanuary 26, 2021

This is my latest PAX wardrobe build -- five 2.36m x 1m x 0.58m wardrobes in a 3.05 x 2.7m dressing room. Some shots of the space before the build. And here's what our dressing room looks like after the wardrobe build. Thr...

Wardrobes4 Comments 2

Hack an IKEA TV cabinet with real wood top

ContributorJanuary 25, 2021

I wanted a large cabinet for my TV (it's 55") that wouldn't look too IKEA-ish, and I wanted it to have a real wood top. First, I looked at BESTÅ units, but then I realized that I couldn't fit four 60cm modules along the wall as it is 2cm too sho...

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Skådis pegboard stand as awesome craft room divider

ContributorJanuary 22, 2021

Can't drill into walls? Here's how to make a stand for the SKÅDIS pegboard. I bought some attachments to put the SKÅDIS pegboard at the end of my desk but my desk top was too thick. And I didn't want to hang it on the wall as I like to change...

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Toddler bed to captain’s bed with plenty of storage

ContributorJanuary 21, 2021

It was time to transition from a toddler bed to something bigger. Her bedroom is roughly 9x9 so saving space is a must. Our plan was to DIY something similar to a captain's bed using the KURA reversible bed in loft position and the 8-drawer HEMNES c...

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Perfect aquarium stand from IKEA cabinet

ContributorJanuary 19, 2021

Been searching for an aquarium stand for my 60p aquarium (23x14x14). With some research and I came up with this perfect aquarium tank. I wanted something the would match my office IKEA table hack. And I wanted something that I could easily change...

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Utility Cabinet to keep cleaning supplies organised

ContributorJanuary 18, 2021

I decided to do this hack after researching what to put in the utility cabinet to suit my needs. The cleaning supply pull out for the SEKTION kitchen cabinet is only available for a 24" deep cabinet, not the 15" deep cabinet. Then, I visited IKEA...

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BILLY bookcases hacked to fit under sloped ceiling

ContributorJanuary 15, 2021

The space under a sloping ceiling is always a bit of a challenge. Costantino has an attic with a sloped ceiling where he wanted to fill with bookcases and free up the living room. before IKEA item used: IKEA BILLY bookcase x 4 His b...

Bookcases & ShelvingFeatured0 Comments 3

IKEA stores with new format launched in NY & Singapore

Jules YapJanuary 14, 2021

New Year, new stores. But not a typical IKEA store. IKEA is ramping up to transform their business to meet customers wherever they are and how they like to shop. In 2020, we saw IKEA release new store concepts such as the convenience store c...

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3 fabulous ways to use TRONES, not as a shoe cabinet

ContributorJanuary 12, 2021

IKEA TRONES shoe cabinet used in unusual ways for the bathroom and hallway. #1 TRONES for display and electronics Here is my hack. I commissioned the joinery as part of a hallway renovation but the design was mine. IKEA it...

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IKEA Trellis as a brilliant lighted room divider

ContributorJanuary 11, 2021

Outdoor trellis comes indoors as a lighted room divider. As many of you do, due to COVID-19, we spend most of our time at home. We wanted to make the home environment more cozy and charming and designed a lighted room divider. Our project is c...

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Crate bookshelf made from only IKEA items

ContributorJanuary 8, 2021

Here's the crate bookshelf that I made just previous to the KNAGGLIG/ HEJNE magazine rack. IKEA products: Six (6) large KNAGGLIG crates Two (2) HEJNE shelves 30-3/8" x 11" One (1) EKET Base on Legs 13-3/8" x 9-1/2" The EKET Base on Leg...

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A touch of glass: SKARSTA standing desk upgrade

ContributorJanuary 7, 2021

My simple hack to improve and smarten a sitting/ standing desk with a glass top. A couple of years ago, I spotted IKEA had an affordable sit/stand desk in the SKARSTA range, and I duly bought the smaller one for my home computer area. SKAR...

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Q: Alternative dimmer switch for IKEA LED bulbs?

ContributorJanuary 6, 2021

Chime in on recommendations for an IKEA LED bulb dimmer switch. I am not sure if I am the only who has ever wanted this hack but here goes.As you know, IKEA sells a bunch of LED bulbs advertised as "dimmable" such as the E14 and GU10 bulbs. Here ...

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IKEA chip clip turns into a vinyl record stand

ContributorJanuary 5, 2021

It’s more than likely that EKET cabinets were designed with vinyl records in mind. It so happens that a record's cover fits exactly inside the box so it can be used as a nice background that covers the back plate. Related: How to hack ...

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Hello 2021! Light the year up with a candle fireplace

ContributorJanuary 4, 2021

A cosy candle fireplace to set the mood for 2021. Happy 2021! I'm back after a week's break. It was refreshing to be away from my devices and reconnect with family and friends. I hope you had a wonderful time closing the year and ushering in t...

Cabinets & SideboardsFeatured2 Comments 6

Top 10 IKEA hacks of 2020 and a few crowd favourites

Jules YapDecember 23, 2020

Out of hundreds of submissions in 2020, I pick 10 of the most interesting, surprising and beautiful IKEA hacks. 2020 ranks as one of the strangest years in my 50-odd years. The pandemic brought the world together in a most tragic way and showed u...

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The 10 best IKEA ideas of 2020 – quick & easy edition

Jules YapDecember 22, 2020

I can't end the year without our annual "Top 10" lists. It's been an unusual year but I'm glad the IKEA hacking community kept doing what it does best -- creating and repurposing even while locked down at home. For that, I tip my hat off to you guys...

FeaturedIdea of the Year2 Comments 6

SYMFONISK wifi speaker with wireless charger

Dressing room beautifully fitted with PAX wardrobe

Hack an IKEA TV cabinet with real wood top

Skådis pegboard stand as awesome craft room divider

Toddler bed to captain’s bed with plenty of storage

Perfect aquarium stand from IKEA cabinet

Utility Cabinet to keep cleaning supplies organised

BILLY bookcases hacked to fit under sloped ceiling

IKEA stores with new format launched in NY & Singapore

3 fabulous ways to use TRONES, not as a shoe cabinet

IKEA Trellis as a brilliant lighted room divider

Crate bookshelf made from only IKEA items

A touch of glass: SKARSTA standing desk upgrade

Q: Alternative dimmer switch for IKEA LED bulbs?

IKEA chip clip turns into a vinyl record stand

Hello 2021! Light the year up with a candle fireplace

Top 10 IKEA hacks of 2020 and a few crowd favourites

The 10 best IKEA ideas of 2020 – quick & easy edition

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