Diaper changing table – “Wickeltisch” – IKEA HEMNES

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·February 27, 2015·2 Comments

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I used an old HEMNES chest of drawers to make a diaper changing table or “Wickeltisch” as we say in Germany.

Materials:

IKEA HEMNES
2 CD Racks

Here’s how we made our diaper changing table

First thing I did was to pull all the drawers out and paint the rest in white. (It was a little tricky on the sides but it worked. I use lots of “children safe” paint).

Then I increased the depth with two CD racks added to either side.

Be careful there because you will need to cut it up a little bit and add two new holes for the bottom. (It’s a little tricky to get the bottom shelf straight).

Then drill the CD racks onto the base of the HEMNES.

Next is to add a new top.

I used a two pieces of wood. The total size of the table top is 110cm x 75cm.

Then I used 10cm high planks for the back and the sides.

I sanded the sides by hand to take off all the rough edges. Then, I made a separate partition to store clean diapers and other baby stuff.

I painted all that white as well.

As a final touch, I bought different drawer knobs from eBay to give the diaper changing table a more polished look.

Last thing to do is to place baby on top and test it out with a fresh diaper change.

This clever IKEA hack combines a toddler bookshelf and craft storage box

~ by Markus

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Jules Yap

Jules Yap started IKEAHackers.net in 2006 as a personal blog to showcase the most impressive IKEA hacks from all over the world. Since then, she has learned a lot more about power tools and DIY. Her site has helped thousands modify IKEA furniture with step-by-step tutorials, craft projects and home styling.

Jules is the author of IKEAHackers.net: 25 Biggest and Best Projects".