<p>1. TURN A BOOKSHELF INTO A PADDED BENCH</p><p>2. TRANSFORM COTTON RUGS INTO PILLOW COVERS</p><p>3. BASIC BOOKCASES CREATE CUSTOM BUILT-INS</p><p>4. TURN A BED INTO A CASTLE FOR SLEEPING BEAUTY</p><p>5. MAKE A MINI-GREENHOUSE OUT OF A GLASS CABINET</p><p>6. CONSTRUCT A DIY HEADBOARD</p><p>7. FASHION A KID’S RAINCOAT FROM AN IKEA BAG</p><p>8. BUILD A BUILT-IN DESK</p><p>9. CUSTOMIZE CABINETS ON THE CHEAP</p><p>10. CREATE BANQUETTE SEATING FROM BASIC CABINETS</p>

20 Amazing IKEA Hacks You Should Try -Part 1

<p>11. DESIGN A UNIQUE DRESSER FROM, YOU GUESSED IT, A BILLY BOOKCASE</p><p>12. UPGRADE A PLAIN MIRROR</p><p>13. MAKE A STATEMENT WITH A REIMAGINED MIRROR</p><p>14. COOK UP A CHIC, MODERN PLAY KITCHEN</p><p>15. CREATE A PERSONALIZED CATIO</p><p>16. STORE SHOES SMARTER</p><p>17. REVAMP A DRESSER INTO A SHOWCASE PIECE</p><p>18. ADD FAUX CANE DOORS TO CABINETS FOR A TIMELESS LOOK</p><p>19. CREATE A RUSTIC STORAGE UNIT TO HIDE CLUTTER</p><p>20. ADD A FINISHING TOUCH WITH A FABRIC-BACKED BOOKSHELF</p>

20 Amazing IKEA Hacks You Should Try -Part 2

<div>August 31, 2021</div><figure><img src="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,h_1348,w_2400,x_0,y_108/f_auto,q_auto,w_1100/v1630075046/shape/mentalfloss/649782-gettyimages-1159391909.jpg" alt="sturti/iStock via Getty Images" width="768" height="431"><figcaption dir="auto">STURTI/ISTOCK VIA GETTY IMAGES</figcaption></figure><p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.mentalfloss.com/article/67067/14-ready-assemble-facts-about-ikea" dir="ltr">IKEA</a> furniture is affordable and attractive as-is, but to really make your <a href="https://www.mentalfloss.com/section/home" dir="ltr">living space</a> unique, customizing the basic pieces is the way to go. Read on for some of our favorite IKEA hacks from across the internet—and if you need more inspiration, check out these <a href="https://www.mentalfloss.com/article/56207/20-excellent-ikea-hacks-you-should-try" dir="ltr">additional ideas</a>.</p><h2>1. Turn a bookshelf into a padded bench.</h2><div class="embed-placeholder" data-type="youtube" data-id="XsFtC0RkPBs"></div><p dir="ltr">
Use the IKEA <a href="https://www.ikea.com/us/en/p/kallax-shelf-unit-black-brown-20275885/" dir="ltr">KALLAX</a> series for more than just book storage. Check out <a href="https://www.ikeahackers.net/2020/09/kitchen-bench-seating.html" dir="ltr">Ikea Hackers</a> to learn how to turn a bookshelf into an upscale kitchen bench for your breakfast nook.</p><h2>2. Transform cotton rugs into pillow covers.</h2><p dir="ltr">Instagram user <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CR76L9UlRGw/" dir="ltr">Low Tide Living</a> was unhappy with how expensive decorative pillow covers were getting, so she decided to do something about it. At IKEA, she found some affordable cotton rugs (like the <a href="https://www.ikea.com/us/en/p/soellinge-rug-flatwoven-gray-80418768/" dir="ltr">SÖLLINGE</a> or TÅNUM varieties) that she transformed into one-of-a-kind pillow covers. (Fun fact: <a href="https://www.mentalfloss.com/article/578572/game-of-thrones-facts" dir="ltr"><em dir="ltr">Game of Thrones</em></a> costume designers used IKEA rugs to make those fancy capes you saw so many of the characters wearing. <a href="https://www.mentalfloss.com/article/503620/ikea-publishes-instructions-turning-rugs-game-thrones-capes" dir="ltr">IKEA even created instructions</a> for how to do it on your own.)</p><h2>3. Basic bookcases create custom built-ins.</h2><p dir="ltr">This Instagram Reel shows you how to turn <a href="https://www.ikea.com/us/en/p/billy-bookcase-white-00263850/" dir="ltr">IKEA’s iconic BILLY bookcases</a> into custom shelving using an easy, step-by-step process. Instagram user <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CR17nM6J14z/" dir="ltr">DIYIneriorMakeover</a> took these low-cost items and revamped them into a classy display for books and art.</p><h2>4. Turn a bed into a castle for Sleeping Beauty.</h2><div class="embed-placeholder" data-type="youtube" data-id="sceURVXaQ_A"></div><p dir="ltr">
Looking to customize or redecorate your little princess’s bedroom on a budget? Check out this <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sceURVXaQ_A" dir="ltr">YouTube video</a> by Eric Strong, in which he starts with IKEA’s <a href="https://www.ikea.com/us/en/p/kura-reversible-bed-white-pine-80253814/" dir="ltr">KURA platform bed</a> and transforms it into a castle fit for a queen.</p><h2>5. Make a mini-greenhouse out of a glass cabinet.</h2><p dir="ltr">If you love your plants but aren’t sure where to keep them in the colder months, why not create your own indoor greenhouse? Reddit user <a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/ikeahacks/comments/otfzxo/ikea_fabrik%C3%B6r_hack_for_my_succulents_and_cacti/" dir="ltr">MzWeffie</a> shows how to turn IKEA’s glass-paneled <a href="https://www.ikea.com/us/en/search/products/?q=FABRIK%C3%96R" dir="ltr">FABRIKÖR</a> cabinet into a miniature greenhouse to keep succulents and cacti happy all year long.</p><h2>6. Construct a DIY headboard.</h2><p dir="ltr">Upgrading the look of your bedroom is as easy as creating a headboard out of an <a href="https://www.ikea.com/us/en/p/ivar-side-unit-83756609/" dir="ltr">IVAR side unit</a>. Check out Copenhagen-based DIYer <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lil_ol_lady_design/" dir="ltr">Julie Katrine Andersen</a>’s tutorial for her mid-century-inspired project on <a href="https://www.domino.com/content/ikea-ivar-headboard-hack/" dir="ltr">Domino</a>.</p><h2>7. Fashion a kid’s raincoat from an IKEA bag.</h2><p dir="ltr">Show your loyalty to your favorite store and keep your kids dry with this adorable project. <a href="https://www.ikeahackers.net/2013/04/kids-raincoat-from-ikea-bag.html" dir="ltr">IKEA Hackers</a>’s Jules Yap shows how to upcycle the famous blue bag (a.k.a. the <a href="https://www.ikea.com/us/en/p/frakta-storage-bag-for-cart-blue-90149148/" dir="ltr">FRAKTA</a>) into a custom-made raincoat.</p><h2>8. Build a built-in desk.</h2><div class="embed-placeholder" data-type="youtube" data-id="IBVdWe40Zto"></div><p dir="ltr">
Chic work-from-home spots are all the rage now, so why not save some dough on your new office? Pick up the <a href="https://www.ikea.com/us/en/p/alex-drawer-unit-white-00473546/" dir="ltr">ALEX</a> under-desk drawers the next time you are at IKEA and follow along with designer <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IBVdWe40Zto" dir="ltr">Hydrangea Treehouse</a>’s tutorial on YouTube.</p><h2>9. Customize cabinets on the cheap.</h2><p dir="ltr">Taking your <a href="https://www.ikea.com/us/en/p/billy-bookcase-white-30263844/" dir="ltr">BILLY cabinets</a> from dull to dazzling is easier than you might imagine, thanks to this quick video from Pinterest user <a href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/186266134578340920/" dir="ltr">With Daniela</a>. Just add <a href="https://www.ikea.com/us/en/p/oxberg-door-white-50275596/" dir="ltr">OXBERG doors</a>, attractive drawer pulls, a contrasting wood top, and some decorative objects to create a unique piece of furniture.</p><h2>10. Create banquette seating from basic cabinets.</h2><p dir="ltr">To avoid a situation where you run out of seating, look into making a custom banquette with IKEA’s <a href="https://www.ikea.com/us/en/p/havsta-storage-combination-with-doors-white-s39265990/" dir="ltr">HAVSTA</a> line of cabinets. This tutorial from <a href="https://hydrangeatreehouse.com/ikea-hack-banquette-seat/?utm_medium=social&amp;utm_source=pinterest&amp;utm_campaign=tailwind_tribes&amp;utm_content=tribes&amp;utm_term=724017618_29275208_102407" dir="ltr">Hydrangea Treehouse</a> breaks down each step, so you can create a beautiful and cozy nook.</p><h2>13. Design a unique dresser from, you guessed it, a BILLY bookcase.</h2><p dir="ltr">There is no end to the creative ways you can use a <a href="https://www.ikea.com/us/en/p/billy-bookcase-white-00263850/" dir="ltr">BILLY</a> bookcase. <a href="https://designertrapped.com/ikea-billy-bookcase-hack/?utm_medium=social&amp;utm_source=pinterest&amp;utm_campaign=tailwind_smartloop&amp;utm_content=smartloop&amp;utm_term=901040&amp;epik=dj0yJnU9aEZ5TERSbGw3STVaTXFXdkJTTWQtd3JjMlh2bk1qMlgmcD0wJm49Tk1IckszazVMQ2VhMDh6VzZZelFvZyZ0PUFBQUFBR0VJV0xr" dir="ltr">Kaleidoscope Living</a> shows readers how to take this basic piece of furniture and transform it into a high-end dresser.</p><h2>12. Upgrade a plain mirror.</h2><div class="embed-placeholder" data-type="youtube" data-id="VJ2xcsVYPEE"></div><p dir="ltr">
Bump up your home’s personality by putting a boho spin on a basic LÖNSÅS mirror. This DIY project is a cheap and chic way to decorate your space. To pull off this IKEA hack, all you need is the <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VJ2xcsVYPEE" dir="ltr">tutorial from TrytoDIY</a> and the urge to experiment.</p><h2>13. Make a statement with a reimagined mirror.</h2><p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.thesorrygirls.com/home-decor/giant-ikea-hack-mirror-diy-inspired-by-tiktok" dir="ltr">The Sorry Girls</a> designed a stunning statement mirror that will drop jaws with few packs of IKEA’s <a href="https://www.ikea.com/us/en/p/lots-mirror-40507262/" dir="ltr">LOTS</a> mirrors and some plywood. This hack is simple and cost-effective—the perfect DIY project.</p><h2>14. Cook Up a Chic, Modern Play Kitchen.</h2><p dir="ltr">Upgrade your kids' predominantly beige <a href="https://www.ikea.com/us/en/p/duktig-play-kitchen-birch-60319972/" dir="ltr">DUKTIG play kitchen</a> with a coat of eye-catching paint, a backsplash made from adhesive wallpaper, and other fun touches that will keep budding chefs entertained. This description from <a href="https://luckyandi.co/ikea-play-kitchen-hack-favorite-pretend-kitchen-accessories/" dir="ltr">Lucky Andi</a> shows you how to do it.</p><h2>15. Create a Personalized Catio.</h2><div class="embed-placeholder" data-type="youtube" data-id="YCCj0omOmUI"></div><p dir="ltr">
Your cats deserve the best. Having a safe, engaging environment—like a catio (cat patio)—is important for their mental as well as physical health. With two <a href="https://www.ikea.com/us/en/p/hejne-shelf-unit-softwood-s39031411/" dir="ltr">HEJNE</a> shelving units from IKEA, some chicken wire, and a few creature comforts, you can create a fun space just for your favorite furry friends. Watch the tutorial from YouTuber <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YCCj0omOmUI" dir="ltr">Cuteness</a>.</p><h2>16. Store shoes smarter.</h2><p dir="ltr">Don’t take up valuable closet space with a messy pile of shoes. This IKEA hack from <a href="http://lavenderjulep.com/shoe-cabinet-ikea-hack/?utm_medium=social&amp;utm_source=pinterest&amp;utm_campaign=tailwind_tribes&amp;utm_content=tribes&amp;utm_term=620522244_23804554_10757" dir="ltr">Lavender Julep</a> shows you how to update the <a href="https://www.ikea.com/ca/en/p/hemnes-shoe-cabinet-with-4-compartments-white-60156121/" dir="ltr">HEMNES</a> shoe cabinet into a sleek piece that can fit in tight spaces—and make any entryway look stunning</p><h2>17. Revamp a dresser into a showcase piece.</h2><p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.ikea.com/us/en/p/tarva-5-drawer-chest-pine-10360704/" dir="ltr">TARVA</a> wooden dressers are sold unfinished, meaning they’re blank slates for any upgrades you care to apply. With this tutorial from <a href="https://www.bayonabudget.com/2020/08/12/ikea-hack-upgrade-the-tarva-dresser-into-a-dapper-showpiece/" dir="ltr">Bay on a Budget</a>, you just need some colorful paint and new drawer pulls to design a gorgeous new piece for your home.</p><h2>18. Add faux cane doors to cabinets for a timeless look.</h2><div class="embed-placeholder" data-type="youtube" data-id="_V-s8LFy3Us"></div><p dir="ltr">
Ready to upgrade your IKEA <a href="https://www.ikea.com/us/en/p/kallax-shelf-unit-white-80275887/" dir="ltr">KALLAX</a> shelves with a nod to classic design? <a href="https://youtu.be/_V-s8LFy3Us" dir="ltr">Posh Pennies</a> takes the boxy, minimalist bookcase and reimagines it with faux wicker doors. Watch the IKEA staple go from drab to fab on YouTube.</p><h2>19. Create a rustic storage unit to hide clutter.</h2><p dir="ltr">Thanks to Chip and Joanna Gaines, farmhouse-inspired décor has infiltrated our homes—and isn’t going anywhere. If you want to mimic their barnwood-and-brass aesthetic on the cheap, pick up a slim <a href="https://www.ikea.com/us/en/search/products/?q=kallax" dir="ltr">KALLAX</a> shelving unit and add dark-stained cabinet doors. <a href="https://homemadelovely.com/ikea-hack-diy-rustic-cube-shelves/" dir="ltr">Home Made Lovely</a> shows you how.</p><h2>20. Add a finishing touch with a fabric-backed bookshelf.</h2><p dir="ltr">Open shelving is inexpensive and seems to take up less space than heavier and bulkier pieces of furniture. Adding a DIY fabric back to the shelves will pull the whole unit together. <a href="https://www.honeywerehome.com/2012/10/fabric-lined-expedit-bookshelf.html" dir="ltr">Honey We’re Home</a> updates a <a href="https://www.ikea.com/us/en/p/kallax-shelf-unit-white-80275887/" dir="ltr">KALLAX</a> bookshelf with a regular bedsheet to demonstrate how this versatile furniture can stand out or blend in.</p>

Customizing IKEA furniture is a tried-and-true method for decorating your space on the cheap. Here are some of our favorite IKEA hacks.

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<p dir="ltr"><a dir="ltr" href="https://www.mentalfloss.com/article/67067/14-ready-assemble-facts-about-ikea">IKEA </a>furniture is affordable and attractive as-is, but to really make your <a dir="ltr" href="https://www.mentalfloss.com/section/home">living space </a>unique, customizing the basic pieces is the way to go. Read on for some of our favorite IKEA hacks from across the internet—and if you need more inspiration, check out these <a dir="ltr" href="https://www.mentalfloss.com/article/56207/20-excellent-ikea-hacks-you-should-try">additional ideas </a>. </p>

<p dir="ltr">Use the IKEA <a dir="ltr" href="https://www.ikea.com/us/en/p/kallax-shelf-unit-black-brown-20275885/">KALLAX </a>series for more than just book storage. Check out <a dir="ltr" href="https://www.ikeahackers.net/2020/09/kitchen-bench-seating.html">Ikea Hackers </a>to learn how to turn a bookshelf into an upscale kitchen bench for your breakfast nook. </p>

2. Transform cotton rugs into pillow covers.

<p dir="ltr">Instagram user <a dir="ltr" href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CR76L9UlRGw/">Low Tide Living </a>was unhappy with how expensive decorative pillow covers were getting, so she decided to do something about it. At IKEA, she found some affordable cotton rugs (like the <a dir="ltr" href="https://www.ikea.com/us/en/p/soellinge-rug-flatwoven-gray-80418768/">SÖLLINGE </a>or TÅNUM varieties) that she transformed into one-of-a-kind pillow covers. (Fun fact: <a dir="ltr" href="https://www.mentalfloss.com/article/578572/game-of-thrones-facts"><em dir="ltr">Game of Thrones </em> </a>costume designers used IKEA rugs to make those fancy capes you saw so many of the characters wearing. <a dir="ltr" href="https://www.mentalfloss.com/article/503620/ikea-publishes-instructions-turning-rugs-game-thrones-capes">IKEA even created instructions </a>for how to do it on your own.) </p>

3. Basic bookcases create custom built-ins.

<p dir="ltr">This Instagram Reel shows you how to turn <a dir="ltr" href="https://www.ikea.com/us/en/p/billy-bookcase-white-00263850/">IKEA’s iconic BILLY bookcases </a>into custom shelving using an easy, step-by-step process. Instagram user <a dir="ltr" href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CR17nM6J14z/">DIYIneriorMakeover </a>took these low-cost items and revamped them into a classy display for books and art. </p>

4. Turn a bed into a castle for Sleeping Beauty.

<p dir="ltr">Looking to customize or redecorate your little princess’s bedroom on a budget? Check out this <a dir="ltr" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sceURVXaQ_A">YouTube video </a>by Eric Strong, in which he starts with IKEA’s <a dir="ltr" href="https://www.ikea.com/us/en/p/kura-reversible-bed-white-pine-80253814/">KURA platform bed </a>and transforms it into a castle fit for a queen. </p>

5. Make a mini-greenhouse out of a glass cabinet.

<p dir="ltr">If you love your plants but aren’t sure where to keep them in the colder months, why not create your own indoor greenhouse? Reddit user <a dir="ltr" href="https://www.reddit.com/r/ikeahacks/comments/otfzxo/ikea_fabrik%C3%B6r_hack_for_my_succulents_and_cacti/">MzWeffie </a>shows how to turn IKEA’s glass-paneled <a dir="ltr" href="https://www.ikea.com/us/en/search/products/?q=FABRIK%C3%96R">FABRIKÖR </a>cabinet into a miniature greenhouse to keep succulents and cacti happy all year long. </p>

<p dir="ltr">Upgrading the look of your bedroom is as easy as creating a headboard out of an <a dir="ltr" href="https://www.ikea.com/us/en/p/ivar-side-unit-83756609/">IVAR side unit </a>. Check out Copenhagen-based DIYer <a dir="ltr" href="https://www.instagram.com/lil_ol_lady_design/">Julie Katrine Andersen </a>’s tutorial for her mid-century-inspired project on <a dir="ltr" href="https://www.domino.com/content/ikea-ivar-headboard-hack/">Domino </a>. </p>

7. Fashion a kid’s raincoat from an IKEA bag.

<p dir="ltr">Show your loyalty to your favorite store and keep your kids dry with this adorable project. <a dir="ltr" href="https://www.ikeahackers.net/2013/04/kids-raincoat-from-ikea-bag.html">IKEA Hackers </a>’s Jules Yap shows how to upcycle the famous blue bag (a.k.a. the <a dir="ltr" href="https://www.ikea.com/us/en/p/frakta-storage-bag-for-cart-blue-90149148/">FRAKTA </a>) into a custom-made raincoat. </p>

<p dir="ltr">Chic work-from-home spots are all the rage now, so why not save some dough on your new office? Pick up the <a dir="ltr" href="https://www.ikea.com/us/en/p/alex-drawer-unit-white-00473546/">ALEX </a>under-desk drawers the next time you are at IKEA and follow along with designer <a dir="ltr" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IBVdWe40Zto">Hydrangea Treehouse </a>’s tutorial on YouTube. </p>

<p dir="ltr">Taking your <a dir="ltr" href="https://www.ikea.com/us/en/p/billy-bookcase-white-30263844/">BILLY cabinets </a>from dull to dazzling is easier than you might imagine, thanks to this quick video from Pinterest user <a dir="ltr" href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/186266134578340920/">With Daniela </a>. Just add <a dir="ltr" href="https://www.ikea.com/us/en/p/oxberg-door-white-50275596/">OXBERG doors </a>, attractive drawer pulls, a contrasting wood top, and some decorative objects to create a unique piece of furniture. </p>

10. Create banquette seating from basic cabinets.

<p dir="ltr">To avoid a situation where you run out of seating, look into making a custom banquette with IKEA’s <a dir="ltr" href="https://www.ikea.com/us/en/p/havsta-storage-combination-with-doors-white-s39265990/">HAVSTA </a>line of cabinets. This tutorial from <a dir="ltr" href="https://hydrangeatreehouse.com/ikea-hack-banquette-seat/?utm_medium=social&amp;utm_source=pinterest&amp;utm_campaign=tailwind_tribes&amp;utm_content=tribes&amp;utm_term=724017618_29275208_102407">Hydrangea Treehouse </a>breaks down each step, so you can create a beautiful and cozy nook. </p>

13. Design a unique dresser from, you guessed it, a BILLY bookcase.

<p dir="ltr">There is no end to the creative ways you can use a <a dir="ltr" href="https://www.ikea.com/us/en/p/billy-bookcase-white-00263850/">BILLY </a>bookcase. <a dir="ltr" href="https://designertrapped.com/ikea-billy-bookcase-hack/?utm_medium=social&amp;utm_source=pinterest&amp;utm_campaign=tailwind_smartloop&amp;utm_content=smartloop&amp;utm_term=901040&amp;epik=dj0yJnU9aEZ5TERSbGw3STVaTXFXdkJTTWQtd3JjMlh2bk1qMlgmcD0wJm49Tk1IckszazVMQ2VhMDh6VzZZelFvZyZ0PUFBQUFBR0VJV0xr">Kaleidoscope Living </a>shows readers how to take this basic piece of furniture and transform it into a high-end dresser. </p>

<p dir="ltr">Bump up your home’s personality by putting a boho spin on a basic LÖNSÅS mirror. This DIY project is a cheap and chic way to decorate your space. To pull off this IKEA hack, all you need is the <a dir="ltr" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VJ2xcsVYPEE">tutorial from TrytoDIY </a>and the urge to experiment. </p>

13. Make a statement with a reimagined mirror.

<p dir="ltr"><a dir="ltr" href="https://www.thesorrygirls.com/home-decor/giant-ikea-hack-mirror-diy-inspired-by-tiktok">The Sorry Girls </a>designed a stunning statement mirror that will drop jaws with few packs of IKEA’s <a dir="ltr" href="https://www.ikea.com/us/en/p/lots-mirror-40507262/">LOTS </a>mirrors and some plywood. This hack is simple and cost-effective—the perfect DIY project. </p>

<p dir="ltr">Upgrade your kids' predominantly beige <a dir="ltr" href="https://www.ikea.com/us/en/p/duktig-play-kitchen-birch-60319972/">DUKTIG play kitchen </a>with a coat of eye-catching paint, a backsplash made from adhesive wallpaper, and other fun touches that will keep budding chefs entertained. This description from <a dir="ltr" href="https://luckyandi.co/ikea-play-kitchen-hack-favorite-pretend-kitchen-accessories/">Lucky Andi </a>shows you how to do it. </p>

<p dir="ltr">Your cats deserve the best. Having a safe, engaging environment—like a catio (cat patio)—is important for their mental as well as physical health. With two <a dir="ltr" href="https://www.ikea.com/us/en/p/hejne-shelf-unit-softwood-s39031411/">HEJNE </a>shelving units from IKEA, some chicken wire, and a few creature comforts, you can create a fun space just for your favorite furry friends. Watch the tutorial from YouTuber <a dir="ltr" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YCCj0omOmUI">Cuteness </a>. </p>

<p dir="ltr">Don’t take up valuable closet space with a messy pile of shoes. This IKEA hack from <a dir="ltr" href="http://lavenderjulep.com/shoe-cabinet-ikea-hack/?utm_medium=social&amp;utm_source=pinterest&amp;utm_campaign=tailwind_tribes&amp;utm_content=tribes&amp;utm_term=620522244_23804554_10757">Lavender Julep </a>shows you how to update the <a dir="ltr" href="https://www.ikea.com/ca/en/p/hemnes-shoe-cabinet-with-4-compartments-white-60156121/">HEMNES </a>shoe cabinet into a sleek piece that can fit in tight spaces—and make any entryway look stunning </p>

17. Revamp a dresser into a showcase piece.

<p dir="ltr"><a dir="ltr" href="https://www.ikea.com/us/en/p/tarva-5-drawer-chest-pine-10360704/">TARVA </a>wooden dressers are sold unfinished, meaning they’re blank slates for any upgrades you care to apply. With this tutorial from <a dir="ltr" href="https://www.bayonabudget.com/2020/08/12/ikea-hack-upgrade-the-tarva-dresser-into-a-dapper-showpiece/">Bay on a Budget </a>, you just need some colorful paint and new drawer pulls to design a gorgeous new piece for your home. </p>

18. Add faux cane doors to cabinets for a timeless look.

<p dir="ltr">Ready to upgrade your IKEA <a dir="ltr" href="https://www.ikea.com/us/en/p/kallax-shelf-unit-white-80275887/">KALLAX </a>shelves with a nod to classic design? <a dir="ltr" href="https://youtu.be/_V-s8LFy3Us">Posh Pennies </a>takes the boxy, minimalist bookcase and reimagines it with faux wicker doors. Watch the IKEA staple go from drab to fab on YouTube. </p>

19. Create a rustic storage unit to hide clutter.

<p dir="ltr">Thanks to Chip and Joanna Gaines, farmhouse-inspired décor has infiltrated our homes—and isn’t going anywhere. If you want to mimic their barnwood-and-brass aesthetic on the cheap, pick up a slim <a dir="ltr" href="https://www.ikea.com/us/en/search/products/?q=kallax">KALLAX </a>shelving unit and add dark-stained cabinet doors. <a dir="ltr" href="https://homemadelovely.com/ikea-hack-diy-rustic-cube-shelves/">Home Made Lovely </a>shows you how. </p>

20. Add a finishing touch with a fabric-backed bookshelf.

<p dir="ltr">Open shelving is inexpensive and seems to take up less space than heavier and bulkier pieces of furniture. Adding a DIY fabric back to the shelves will pull the whole unit together. <a dir="ltr" href="https://www.honeywerehome.com/2012/10/fabric-lined-expedit-bookshelf.html">Honey We’re Home </a>updates a <a dir="ltr" href="https://www.ikea.com/us/en/p/kallax-shelf-unit-white-80275887/">KALLAX </a>bookshelf with a regular bedsheet to demonstrate how this versatile furniture can stand out or blend in. </p>

20 Amazing IKEA Hacks You Should Try

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