IKEA Living Room Hacks
When it comes to furnishing your living room, IKEA is a go-to destination for many. With its affordable prices and stylish designs, IKEA furniture is a popular choice for those looking to create a comfortable and functional living space.
But there's the risk of your living room looking like an IKEA showroom if you use mainly IKEA furniture. With a little creativity and a few DIY skills, you can take your IKEA furniture to the next level and perhaps even get a few people saying, "I can't believe it's IKEA!"
From easy IKEA hacks like adding new legs to your sofa to creating custom built-in storage solutions, there are so many fabulous ways to tweak your IKEA pieces into pieces that are uniquely you.
In this page, you'll find some of the best IKEA living room hacks to inspire your own DIY projects and help you create a space that's both stylish and functional.
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Take ordinary IKEA furniture and transform them into something extraordinary. From custom built-ins to clever hidden work spaces, these living rooms showcase the creativity and ingenuity of IKEA hackers.
Whether you're looking to add some personality to your space or simply want to make the most of your IKEA furniture, these living room hacks are sure to inspire. So why not take a closer look and see how you can create a space that's stylish and functional?
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Whether you're looking to add some personality to your space or simply want to make the most of your IKEA furniture, these living room hacks are sure to inspire. So why not take a closer look and see how you can create a space that's stylish and functional?
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2 IKEA cabinets for this beautiful living room built-in
The initial plan was to have floor to ceiling alcove…
Now, 4 things made a big difference in this BILLY hack
BILLY built-in living room shelves get a gorgeous makeover. Claire…
8 IKEA hacks and ideas for a quick living room update
IKEA hacks and ideas to give your living room a…
Living room home cinema: My stylish projector mount and hidden surround receiver
Stylish film projector mount and bookshelf I have been looking…
Living Room Storage
The wonder of IKEA hacking! Take IKEA furniture and modify them to fit your specific needs and space requirements.
You not only create a storage system that's tailored to your living room and the items you need to store, but also seamlessly match your style and taste.
You not only create a storage system that's tailored to your living room and the items you need to store, but also seamlessly match your style and taste.
This IKEA Hack Nails 2025’s Curved Cabinet Trend
Anyone who thinks IKEA can’t look high-end needs to step…
This IKEA Hack Cleared Our Living Room Clutter
Ask anyone with kids and they’ll tell you that keeping…
Recreate a $700 Console for Under $100 With This IKEA Hack
Ever found a piece of furniture that makes you drool,…
This IKEA Hack Turned a “Wasted Space” Into the Best Seat in the House (Literally)
I love curling up with a good book, and the…
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Coffee table and side table hacks
IKEA coffee table hacks are very popular on IKEA hackers. They are smaller DIY projects and a great starting point if you're beginning your DIY journey. But they are no less amazing. Here are some popular IKEA coffee table hacks.
Genius IKEA LACK Side Table Hack That Looks 10x More Expensive
The IKEA LACK side table is a true legend, known…
36 IKEA LACK Side Table Hacks for Clever, Low-Cost DIYs
The IKEA LACK side table is as “IKEA” as it…
This Clever LACK Table Flip Turns It into the Perfect C-Shaped Side Table
This hack gives a whole new meaning to the idea…
This IKEA Side Table Hack Really Bowls You Over
Side tables come in handy for holding a cup of…
The $20 IKEA Hack That Looks Like a Designer Side Table
Do you like a good two-step? No, I’m not talking…
This Is Not Your Regular GLADOM: 3 IKEA Hacks That Turn Basic Into Beautiful
If you frequent IKEA, you’re likely familiar with the GLADOM…
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How to Define Space in the Living Room
Ideas and hacks on how to define your living room space using IKEA items to create room dividers, partitions, even carve out a room for a home office.
See Through Room Divider that doesn’t block the view. In our 1960s house, the Dining Area and Lounge are one open space that seemed to beg for some separation. I wanted to keep the Lounge’s…
We used the IKEA KALLAX modules to build a room divider with a desk. The main structure is a KALLAX 4×4 unit propped up by two 1×2 KALLAX units. Together they work perfectly as a…
BILLY bookcases are awesome as walls for a temporary room. Working from home is becoming a reality for more and more people. But not everyone has the luxury of a dedicated room for a home…
It took me almost a year to figure it out. I sent a help request in 2019 but here is my attempt at a renter-friendly room divider. You can get this up by only drilling…
This is our hack of the PINNIG coat rack and shoe bench into an indoor plant room divider. Which we now call “The Pinnig Sprout Screen”. Backstory We have always wanted a room divider to have clear…
Hello Everybody! I am very excited to share with this community and everybody what I have done in my little apartment in hopes to help others who may have the same problem that I had.…
IKEA Bookshelf Hacks
Other than the fact that IKEA bookshelves are made to store a lot of stuff, they are affordable and so hackable. Which makes them a popular choice for built-in bookshelf hacks and so much more. Here are our top IKEA Bookshelf Hacks.
This DIYer Said ‘No Thanks’ to IVAR’s Clunky Side Units: Here’s the Sleek Upgrade You’ll Want to Copy
Ever loved the IKEA IVAR range but not the entire…
IKEA in a Georgian Townhouse? This DIYer Pulled It Off Flawlessly
IKEA might not be the first thing that comes to…
Looks Like a Shelf, Opens Like a Secret Passage — Genius!
Secret passages, hidden rooms, moving bookcases — it sounds like…
37 Next-Level IKEA BILLY Bookcase Hacks to Try Now
The best hacks for the world’s most beloved bookcase. For…
This Hack Puts Things Within Easy Reach in A Really Cool Way (And We Can’t Get Enough of It!)
I’m not going to lie, I want this hack in…
This Beautiful Built-In Adds Instant Elegance Without Breaking the Bank
Custom built-ins typically cost thousands, making many homeowners assume they’re…
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IKEA Hacks for sofas, poufs and stools
Upcycle or customize an IKEA sofa, armchair, stool and pouffe to create a unique piece of furniture that reflects your personal style and meets your specific needs. We go beyond adding new legs to the sofa or reupholstering the cushions to show how much more you can do with your IKEA sofa, armchair or ottoman.
Sleek Behind the Sofa Storage Bench made with Bargain Corner Finds
Tara @taraxhome_ was frustrated with the clutter taking over the…
DIY Ottoman: 3 easy ways to make one
An ottoman is a versatile piece of furniture that can…
IKEA FRIHETEN sleeper sectional downsized into a chaise
Our cats had basically destroyed this poor couch (see the…
Old IKEA footstool gets makeover and new storage
I’m coming back with what I love the most, giving…
IKEA snuggler – 2 seater POÄNG style
First things first, I wouldn’t have been able to do…
KOARP armchair upgraded in a very, very good way
Scripto took the KOARP armchair with a metal frame and…
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All our IKEA Living Room Hacks
Is Your Fridge Putting a Damper on Your Design? (Try This!)
A refrigerator is great at keeping things cool, but it’s not exactly cool to look at, especially when its side ends up front and center in your living room. Awkward, right? That’s the design dilemma one clever DIYer faced. Instead of living with the eyesore, Andrew49378 (reddit) crafted a slatted…
How A Room Divider Transformed This DIYer’s Tiny Apartment Overnight
Living in a small house with my husband and son has taught me the art of carving out privacy wherever I can. At least we have a couple of rooms to retreat to—but I often wonder, how do people in a studio apartment manage? Imagine trying to nap while someone…
The IKEA Kitchen Cabinet Hack You’ll Use in Every Room
IKEA METOD cabinets may be designed for the kitchen, but this hack proves you can cook up a great idea anywhere. In this IKEA METOD cabinet hack, Chris (@_casa_seven) transformed standard kitchen wall cabinets (SEKTION, if you’re shopping at IKEA US) into a custom storage cabinet. The stylish DIY storage…
Genius IKEA LACK Side Table Hack That Looks 10x More Expensive
The IKEA LACK side table is a true legend, known for its affordability, simple design, and countless hacks. Some would say it’s a little too simple, but I say that’s part of the appeal. It’s like getting a blank canvas where you get to create any masterpiece you want. Joining…
This IKEA Hack Nails 2025’s Curved Cabinet Trend
Anyone who thinks IKEA can’t look high-end needs to step back. This hack proves that you can find finesse in a flat-pack, as long as you know how to use it. The EHNET series shows up a lot in the kitchen, but that doesn’t mean it needs to stay there.…
This DIYer Said ‘No Thanks’ to IVAR’s Clunky Side Units: Here’s the Sleek Upgrade You’ll Want to Copy
Ever loved the IKEA IVAR range but not the entire family? You’re not alone. While the IVAR cabinet is a hacker’s favorite, those chunky side posts don’t exactly scream “stylish”, except perhaps as a room divider. DIYer Emma Arton (@doitwithemma) may have found the solution for us as she reimagined…
36 IKEA LACK Side Table Hacks for Clever, Low-Cost DIYs
The IKEA LACK side table is as “IKEA” as it gets. Minimal. Particleboard exterior. “Honeycomb” interior. Easy to assemble. Now available in two sizes: the classic 21 5/8″ square for $14.99 and a smaller 13 3/4″ version for just $9.99. The LACK duo can even be nested together to save…
This IKEA Hack Cleared Our Living Room Clutter
Ask anyone with kids and they’ll tell you that keeping the house tidy can be a bit, let’s just say, challenging. But when you have amazing storage, putting things away becomes a lot easier (and, dare we say, fun). Sophie Blackwell @sophieandthebees needed more room for toys, board games, and…
IKEA in a Georgian Townhouse? This DIYer Pulled It Off Flawlessly
IKEA might not be the first thing that comes to mind when you think “Georgian townhouse,” but Sophie Murphy (@thelistedtownhouse) is here to prove that flat-pack can live beautifully alongside period features. In her elegant dining room, Sophie transformed 3 BILLY bookcases into built-ins that look like they’ve always belonged.…
Recreate a $700 Console for Under $100 With This IKEA Hack
Ever found a piece of furniture that makes you drool, only to lose your appetite as soon as you see the price? Or what if you fall in love with a piece, only to find it’s not available in your country? That’s what happened with Till & Romy @twice.crafted. They…
Looks Like a Shelf, Opens Like a Secret Passage — Genius!
Secret passages, hidden rooms, moving bookcases — it sounds like something out of a Sherlock Holmes novel or an Agatha Christie mystery. But it’s also an IKEA hack that, I have to admit, makes me a little green with envy. I mean, who wouldn’t want a secret door in their…
37 Next-Level IKEA BILLY Bookcase Hacks to Try Now
The best hacks for the world’s most beloved bookcase. For over 40 years, the iconic IKEA BILLY has been a staple in homes around the world—simple, affordable, and endlessly useful. But what happens when everyday IKEA fans push this humble bookcase way beyond its original purpose? You get these 37…
This Clever LACK Table Flip Turns It into the Perfect C-Shaped Side Table
This hack gives a whole new meaning to the idea of looking at something from a different perspective. When Jerry R.’s bedside LACK table wasn’t quite tall enough, she flipped it on its side to create a C-shaped side table on wheels. The idea is pretty ingenious, and the C-shape…
This IKEA Room Divider Hack Might Be the Prettiest Privacy Screen Yet
When room dividers cost hundreds and still don’t quite fit the space, what’s a budget-conscious design lover to do? Paloma had a high-ceilinged entryway that needed a bit of privacy, but every store-bought solution was either too short, too generic, or way too expensive. Instead of settling, she got creative.…
This Hack Puts Things Within Easy Reach in A Really Cool Way (And We Can’t Get Enough of It!)
I’m not going to lie, I want this hack in my house so bad, I’m trying to decide where I can squeeze in a mini library so I can have it. We have a converted shed in the backyard — I wonder. Okay, enough about my hopes and dreams, let’s…
This IKEA Hack Turned a “Wasted Space” Into the Best Seat in the House (Literally)
I love curling up with a good book, and the idea of a dedicated cozy spot to lose myself in a novel sounds extremely appealing. When his client had the same idea, handyman Matthew Jenkins came up with a design to convert a drab TV niche into a comfortable reading…
This Beautiful Built-In Adds Instant Elegance Without Breaking the Bank
Custom built-ins typically cost thousands, making many homeowners assume they’re reserved for luxury homes and people with money to burn. But what if I told you that your dream of having a beautiful built-in bookcase was only a DIY project away? Mia of @just_a_scandi turns a few BILLY bookcases into…
Elevate the Space Behind Your Sofa with this Easy LACK Hack
Where do you put your cup of tea or that cocktail zinger while lounging on your sofa? Perhaps you have an end table, but what if you don’t? Or what if it’s movie night and you’re stuck in the middle, with no coffee table in sight? Then you might want…
IKEA BILLY Bookcase Becomes A Stylish Credenza (Looks So Luxe!)
Some things in life stand the test of time, like sliced bread, Post-ItⓇ Notes, and VelcroⓇ. These things haven’t changed much since their introductions decades ago, yet they continue to be an integral part of everyday life. Another item we can add to this list is the IKEA BILLY bookcase.…
How One Texture Upgrade Made BILLY Bookshelves Look Luxe
The idea of built-ins is one of those things that sounds like a great idea until you see the price tag. Most of the time, custom built-ins end up costing thousands and thousands of dollars, putting them out of reach for many. So I get why a DIY showcasing how…
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