IKEA Living Room Hacks

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.…

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…

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…

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 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.…

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…

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…

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 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…

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.…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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.…

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…

Side tables come in handy for holding a cup of tea or a cocktail or displaying a vase of fresh flowers. They’re convenient and functional, and sometimes it’s easy to treat them like an afterthought. But since they’re smaller, they offer a perfect opportunity to have a little fun with…

Do you like a good two-step? No, I’m not talking about the dance. This simple two-part IKEA hack from E. Stübing @herzenstimme makes creating a table look easy, which is why it has over 16,000 likes. The star of the show is IKEA’s popular SNUDDA Lazy Susan. I have several…

I remember a shiny silver bread box on my grandparent’s kitchen counter, and yes, they kept bread inside it. But nobody really uses them anymore, at least not for storing bread. However, that doesn’t mean bread bins are out of style, as this cool hack from @easyalex proves. Don’t get…

If you frequent IKEA, you’re likely familiar with the GLADOM tray table. The practical side table with a removable tray table is among IKEA’s best-sellers, and right now, you can snag one for just $14.99 as part of the IKEA Family Price promotion—down from the regular price of $19.99, valid…