12 FAB THINGS YOU CAN DO WITH A $13 KITCHEN TURNTABLE

One trick I learned throughout my IKEA hoarding journey is that you can buy whatever you want as long as you know at least 2 different ways to use it. Pretty wise, right?

I’ve always wanted to buy the IKEA SNUDDA, but I wasn’t sure what I would use it for.

Luckily, I found a solution (or should I say 12?) that allowed me to be a proud owner of one!

IKEA SNUDDA lazy susan kitchen turntable

SNUDDA lazy susan turntable | Buy on IKEA.com

If you’re struggling with the same dilemma, here are some ideas on how to use it (spoiler alert: not all of them are necessarily in the kitchen!):

12 FABULOUS IDEAS FOR THE IKEA SNUDDA KITCHEN TURNTABLE

Let the inspiration begin!

#1 A KITCHEN TURNTABLE

IKEA SNUDDA lazy susan kitchen turntable

The first thing that comes to mind is using it as a kitchen turntable.

It’s so simple, so cheap, and oh-so-handy for the kitchen.

Just glue a round tray like the SKALA on top of the SNUDDA lazy susan and you’ll have a convenient turntable to use in those hard-to-reach corners under the kitchen sink. Find a tutorial here.

This SNUDDA IKEA hack also works beautifully in corner cabinets.

IKEA SNUDDA lazy susan kitchen turntable

Credit: I Heart Organizing

#2 SUNBURST MIRROR

sunburst_mirror

Monica from the magazine, Home by Sunset has a wonderful hack using the IKEA SNUDDA. You can transform it into a unique round mirror to boost your home decor!

Monica stuck wooden teardrops on the lazy susan and painted them white. Then, she glued on the mirror and called it a day!

#3 BIG RED AND BABY BLUE CLOCK

snudda clock
IKEA SNUDDA clock

One IKEA SNUDDA lets you make two clocks. I mean, not bad at all for a $13 item! 

Start by lightly sanding the top and sides of the lazy susan. Decorate it however you want with wooden shapes, stencils, nails, and so on.

Then, paint and assemble the clock as per the instructions.

#4 A CUTE SIDE TABLE WITH STORAGE

side table with storage

Make a side table with built-in storage in a few seconds! Just combine the RÅGKORN plant pot and the SNUDDA lazy susan. Click here for a tutorial.

#5 WOOD AND METAL SIDE TABLE

IKEA SNUDDA kitchen turntable side table

Yes, another side table, but this time you’ll combine the SNUDDA with MARIUS Stool legs. See the tutorial here.

#6 A DECOR PIECE

IKEA SNUDDA lazy susan kitchen turntable painted

Create a unique decor item with Scandinavian prints for a vibrant, whimsical art piece that’ll brighten your kitchen! Check out custom-painted SNUDDA.

#7 A CAT TREE

SNUDDA cat tree

The round discs of the SNUDDA are just right for a cat tree. You can see here how they look after assembling with STOLMEN poles. 

Swap the discontinued poles with the ELVARLI and click here for the full tutorial.

#8 PET PLAYGROUND

Degu wheel

Remember the good old turning disc on the playground? You can set up one for your Degus or other rodent pets with this SNUDDA IKEA hack. 

You can even build a version for prairie dogs. Check this guide for detailed steps.

#9 HOMEWORK STATION

homework station

First, decorate the turntable with paint and washi tape. Next, stick mason jars on top of the SNUDDA with fasteners

Lastly, fill the jars with stationery for your kids to grab and do their thing! See the full tutorial here.

#10 WHEELS

coffee trolley table

I bet you never saw this coming, but the SNUDDA can work as wheels on this coffee trolley table! 

The wheels allow you to move the trolley table around whenever needed. See the complete tutorial.

#11 IKEA SNURRAD ALTERNATIVE

This SNUDDA IKEA hack is a real treat for anyone who loves bargains!

Instead of buying the IKEA SNURRAD, which is basically a clear plastic turntable for your fridge, use the SNUDDA instead!

You’ll get the same storage benefits for a fraction of the price!

# 12 CADDY FOR PICNICS

Just in time for summer, you can turn your SNUDDA into a cute picnic caddy for convenient outdoor fun!

Start by painting the turntable in your desired color. Spray paint is the easiest option, but a brush will also work fine.

After the paint dries, glue some buckets of your preferred sizes onto the turntable, and voila!

How have you hacked your SNUDDA? Let us know in the comments.


Originally published on Jan 4, 2008. Updated with new content.