IKEA TV and Entertainment Center Hacks
Right here, we’ll explore some of the best IKEA entertainment center hacks that will help you design a beautiful and practical space for all your Netflix-and-chill needs.
We have some ingenious IKEA hacks like this built-in TV wall, a sprawling bookshelf TV console that’s a main focal point of the room to a small TV stand that takes up hardly any space.
Whether you prefer large entertainment centers with plenty of storage, to a simple minimal TV stand, we have DIY projects to inspire you to create the best entertainment center for your space.
IKEA BESTÅ entertainment centers
The IKEA BESTÅ cabinets are a popular choice for entertainment centers as the modular system allows for customization options to create the entertainment center to best meet your needs.
You can combine frames, shelves, legs, and doors in various ways to achieve a unique look. A fabulous combination for a BESTÅ TV unit is to use a BESTÅ TV bench, with NANNARP legs, and three doors to create a sleek entertainment center for under $300.
But, on IKEA Hackers, there is more than one way to make a media console. See our selection of BESTÅ entertainment center hacks for more ideas.
How to refresh IKEA furniture with chalk paint
A moody makeover of this popular IKEA TV furniture with chalk paint. Our white IKEA TV cabinet, the BESTÅ, was the perfect size for holding our Sky box, sound bar, DVD…
Behind the couch storage and charge station
This behind the couch storage and charge station was made from leftover IKEA parts after we moved to another place. The core components are obviously IKEA, what I did add…
DIY Server Cabinet using IKEA parts
My hack is a DIY server cabinet using IKEA STUVA and BESTÅ frames. Obviously, the first thing I needed to do was to get an equipment rack but the more…
How to hack speaker fabric doors for BESTÅ TV unit
I wanted an easy to make a solution that would conceal my hardware; surround receiver, DVD player, front center speaker consoles and paraphernalia. In case I would come to own…
IKEA HEMNES series
The IKEA HEMNES is one of the more expensive ranges at IKEA as it features a solid wood construction. This series offers a TV unit already, so you’re off to a good start in customising the HEMNES. A popular combination is to flank the TV unit with the HEMNES bookcases for a media center with plenty of storage.
But that can be a tad bland, so scroll on for more ideas on making your HEMNES entertainment center a lot more interesting.
Hemnes TV Stand – Adding Shelves
Photo: IKEA.comMaterials: Hemnes TV Stand, extra wood, melamine edging tape, wood button plugsDescription: My brother-in-law, Kerry, wanted to put his electronic equipment in the spaces below his TV, so he…
Hemnes pieces to Built In Media Wall
Materials: Hemnes bookshelves, tv unit and glass door cabinetDescription: We were looking for a built in in our basement family room so we chose some pieces from the Hemnes line,…
Hemnes stereo/TV stand
Materials: Hemnes TV stand, 3 drawer Description: I love the Ikea Hemnes line of TV stands but they were not supportive of my big Yamaha amp. So I got creative…
Custom HEMNES Entertainment Center
Materials: HEMNES TV Stand, Bookcases and Shelf Bridge + Assorted As Is parts; table saw or circular saw, drill, hinges and magnetic catches for drawer frontsDescription: We had been looking…
KALLAX as TV consoles
The KALLAX series is known for its minimalist, square design. And one of the most regularly hacked pieces of IKEA furniture. If you’re looking for a simple yet functional TV stand design, look no further than the KALLAX.
IKEA used to carry a KALLAX TV unit (similar to the LAPPLAND) with space at the center of the frame for a TV. That sadly is discontinued, but you can still hack a similar TV stand using the standard KALLAX shelving unit.
Besides that, there are so many ways to use the KALLAX. Stack two units horizontally or vertically, depending on your room layout, to create a modern and airy entertainment center. Additionally, you can accessorize the KALLAX with doors, drawers, or inserts to increase storage options and add visual interest.
A discreet subwoofer cabinet in a KALLAX unit
I used a black horizontal KALLAX shelving unit for hifi set-up with a subwoofer cabinet. I had to remove an interior floor to place the subwoofer while retaining the original…
Modern TV Stand from KALLAX + FROSTA
I made a modern TV stand combining the KALLAX shelving unit with legs from the FROSTA stool. IKEA items used: 1 KALLAX 1 x 3 unit (42 x 111cm) 1…
IKEA kitchen cabinets for media storage
Not expecting to see the IKEA kitchen series on this list?
The SEKTION or METOD range is so versatile, you can actually use them as living room storage, and they won’t look out of place. The key is to pick the right kitchen cabinet frames to fit its purpose as a TV stand.
To make a TV stand, the frame of choice is the fridge top cabinet, which carries a slimmer profile than most kitchen cabinets. Flip the door around so it opens downward and wrap the frame in wood for an excellent wall-mounted media console.
Massive TV Media Console with Speaker Cloth Fronts
I wanted a TV media console with speaker cloth on the doors. And I love the IKEA kitchen bench tops. So a hack was the only option. Our friends love…
There was a METOD to my madness
When I moved to Singapore around 5 years ago I created my first IKEA hack by combining two LACK TV Benches and the sides from a LACK TV Side Table…
TV unit from IKEA METOD Kitchen Cabinets
Here is my IKEA-hack: A TV unit from IKEA METOD kitchen cabinets. Starting with a base of different sizes of kitchen wall cabinets METOD with high gloss white doors. Doors…
TV stand from METOD cabinet
Materials: METOD 80x37x60cm wall cabinet, VARIERA cover caps, VEDDINGE 80x40cm drawer front, FORBATTRA/MAXIMERA drawer without front, UTRUSTA 80x37cm shelf, CAPITA 8cm legs, VEDDINGE 39x86cm cover panel My friend needed a…
BILLY Bookcase Entertainment Centers
The IKEA BILLY bookcase can also be an excellent choice for a media center. With its flexible shelving system, the BILLY bookshelf offers ample storage for your media and electronic devices.
It’s not too expensive which means you can add as many bookcases as needed. And from there easily make a built-in entertainment center for a large TV, at a fraction of the cost of a custom built-in media unit.
Billy Wall Shelf Video Cabinet
Materials: BILLY Wall shelf, OLSBO doors, MDF for french cleat, various fasteners, table saw, drillDescription: The frustrating part of using Ikea pieces is that they almost never fit A-V components.…
Billy Bookshelf DVD Shelves
Materials: Billy Bookcases, 1″ x 2″ Pine boardDescription: After building the Billy bookcases, I need a way to display my DVDs without sacrificing shelf space. I made these little shelves…
Billy Bookcase: Hi-Fi Integration
Materials: BILLY bookcase, Stanley KnifeDescription: This is one for everyone. You don’t need to be a DIY hero or own a box full of tools. A sharp knife/scissors would suffice.…
Rod & Bolt Entertainment Unit
Materials: Billy Bookcase, metal rods, bolts, lock washers and washers. Tools: drill and wrenches. Description: I took an old Billy bookcase and repurposed it as an entertainment unit. The two…
LACK shelves for simple TV stands
Not to be overlooked is the modest IKEA LACK series. The tall IKEA LACK TV unit is the cheapest TV stand you can find on IKEA, while its sleeker brother, is so hackable and readily morphs into a handsome piece of furniture.
View all our LACK TV stand hacks
LACK TV Stand at twice the length
IKEA items used: 3 LACK TV Stands (3rd one for extra parts only) 2 Maximera Drawer frames – one 80 width x 60 depth, and one 60 width x 60…
Old IKEA LACK TV hacked into vintage style furniture
Materials: Old model of LACK TV furniture and metal guides of IKEA panel curtains Adding elements to an old IKEA furniture I created a piece of furniture inspired by Scandinavian vintage…
Ikea Lack TV Stand Makeover
The standard Lack TV stand we’ve had for many years was still going strong. Too strong, because even though it was the perfect size for our living room, I had…
adding a spacer to the lack tv bench
what do you do if your ikea tv bench are a tad too low? frank serritelli hacked 2 lack tv benches so that the tv sits higher and their tv…
What style of IKEA entertainment center?
1. Built-in Look
A great IKEA hack for an entertainment center is to create a built-in look by using IKEA kitchen cabinets. Assemble the cabinets according to IKEA instructions and then put them in place. Add trim to the sides and tops to achieve a seamless built-in appearance.
View more built-in entertainment center hacks.
2. Rustic Industrial
A popular IKEA item to use to achieve the industrial look is the IKEA VITTSJÖ. You can add wooden crates or distressed wood paneling as your own personal touch to give it a more rustic feel.
View more rustic industrial entertainment center
3. Farmhouse style
Farmhouse-style entertainment centers often require a creative mix of IKEA units and your own DIY touches. Start with the IKEA storage unit of your choice like the BESTÅ unit or HEMNES. Then add wooden beams, shiplap, or barn-style doors as accents. You can also paint the cabinet units in a light color or add a distressed finish to give it that authentic farmhouse aesthetic.
4. Mid-Century Modern
To achieve the look of a Mid-Century Modern TV stand, the easiest DIY is to replace some furniture legs and attach era-appropriate door pulls, like in this IKEA STOCKHOLM hack that made it totally un-IKEA.
5. Floating TV stand
Optimize space while keeping a neat and tidy look by floating your TV or TV stand. Install BESTÅ unit to the wall to create a wall-mounted minimalist TV stand. Or you can even float your TV by mounting it to IKEA posts like the ELVARLI (or the discontinued STOLMEN) to lift your TV off the floor.
6. Hidden TV hack
Hide your TV behind lift-top doors or make it disappear altogether with the use of a projector.
All our TV and Media Furniture Hacks
A discreet subwoofer cabinet in a KALLAX unit
I used a black horizontal KALLAX shelving unit for hifi set-up with a subwoofer cabinet. I had to remove an interior floor to place the subwoofer while retaining the original KALLAX design. With the small tweak, it perfectly integrates into the KALLAX compartments. IKEA items used for subwoofer cabinet: KALLAX…
How to refresh IKEA furniture with chalk paint
A moody makeover of this popular IKEA TV furniture with chalk paint. Our white IKEA TV cabinet, the BESTÅ, was the perfect size for holding our Sky box, sound bar, DVD player and hiding an assortment of junk in the drawers. It had served us well for many years in our…
Alert! You’ll want to hack IKEA drawers after this
Mike shows us how to make custom fronts for IKEA drawers, which in his case, is the 4-drawer NORDLI dresser. His plan was to use his NORDLI hack as a combination dresser/ media center in his bedroom and wanted something that was not too obviously IKEA. This is before: [caption…
There was a METOD to my madness
When I moved to Singapore around 5 years ago I created my first IKEA hack by combining two LACK TV Benches and the sides from a LACK TV Side Table to create a larger tv unit. Having recently moved into a new apartment it was time for a new TV…
IKEA TV stand + the LACK range extension that IKEA didn’t produce
I have a LACK TV unit, but I have also a lot of devices that cannot fit into it. And IKEA does not provide other LACK products that can suit with the TV unit (as the BESTÅ can.) This is my version of the IKEA TV stand and LACK range…
Shiplap Entertainment Center: How to build from IKEA kitchen cabinets
Here’s an entertainment center I made from IKEA kitchen cabinets with GRIMSLÖV doors and shiplap. We initially wanted our favorite contractor friend to build a custom media storage unit for us, but he was too busy at the time. We looked for prefab wall units at IKEA, Amazon, Wayfair, etc.,…
TV Stand gets new look aka get rid of scratches on the bench top
LIATORP series is nice, but it has a problem with the finishing – the surface scratches easily etc, especially for the pieces, like the TV stand, with tabletops. Related: Affordable contemporary wooden top TV bench So one day I decided to repair the original tabletop of my TV stand. I…
Stripped down these IKEA items and the results are fab
I started with two HEMNES pieces — a bedroom end table and the wooden TV stand in black. I picked the TV Console for the size and storage. It also fit my wall proportions perfectly and the drawers give me ample room to keep DVDs, games, controllers as well as…
How to hack speaker fabric doors for BESTÅ TV unit
I wanted an easy to make a solution that would conceal my hardware; surround receiver, DVD player, front center speaker consoles and paraphernalia. In case I would come to own a front-firing sub (my current one is down-firing), I opted for a BESTÅ TV unit with 3 sections, so I…
Barn doors to close up an entertainment center
I don’t like my TV as a focal point in my living space. So, I decided to take 2 IKEA BRIMNES bookshelves and make barn doors for them in order to hide the TV. I googled many, many “How-To’s” and combined various ideas other people had. And here it is!!!…
Rolling TV stand for 55″ flat panel TV
My girlfriend wanted a rolling TV stand for her new 55 inch flat panel TV and Bose speakers. At IKEA, we located an affordable table the perfect size but without wheels. Materials: IKEA 403.492.63 LACK Nesting Tables $29 each x 2 IKEA 002.886.57 KALLAX Rail with 2 casters $15 each…
Custom Built-in Entertainment Center hacked from HEMNES units
We wanted a built-in entertainment center / wall unit in our basement that we were finishing. Custom cabinetry was considered but it was way out of our budget. Then, we came across examples of others using HEMNES cabinets as a starting point and loved the idea. IKEA Item: HEMNES bookcase…
HEMNES console table restyled to TV unit
IKEA item used: HEMNES console table We have awkwardly placed plugs in the lounge in our new build house, they’re a little higher than normal and so are on show, which isn’t very pretty. I decided the HEMNES console table would suit what we needed in terms of storage and…
KALLAX Hide-away TV & Cascading Room Divider
I recently got myself an open studio loft, so I finally had a chance to get creative. I wanted to share my massive IKEA KALLAX room divider, but more specifically, my hide-away TV that doubles as an art piece (with the added feature of allowing me to choose to watch TV…
Got BESTÅ Covered: A record player stand
We had an ugly pine cabinet that held our amp, cd player etc. It HAD to go and we were in the market for a new record player stand. Materials used: 1 x Pallet cage that held wood for wood burner – Free 1 x IKEA BESTÅ TV bench -…
Modern TV Stand from KALLAX + FROSTA
I made a modern TV stand combining the KALLAX shelving unit with legs from the FROSTA stool. IKEA items used: 1 KALLAX 1 x 3 unit (42 x 111cm) 1 FROSTA (legs) 2 KALLAX doors 1/2 Kallax drawer Photo: IKEA.com Other items / equipment used: 1 plywood board birch 38…
Long TV stand from IKEA Stolmen
When moving to a new flat often some (all) things change. “I have all furniture I need” mostly costs around 1k Euro…. I had a black Stolmen with black topping for years and wanted things a bit brighter in my new flat. So I searched eBay for the old Stolmen…
Expedit media unit transformation
As you can see I removed a divider to make space a while ago. And added shelf on rails. Now I was getting a bit tired of its big and bulky look, so I decided to completely upgrade. The Ingredients: 1) Expedit TV storage unit. 2) Expedit (box of 1×1)…
Wood you like to give your IKEA BESTÅ TV unit a new look?
I love my IKEA BESTÅ TV units but it was a little too much white for my taste. I purchased several planks of cypress, ripped them down to about 6 1/2 inches each, and edge joined them with the help of my pocket hole jig. This is how the finished wood…
IKEA METOD cabinets into AV unit
I have recently completed an AV unit hack based on METOD kitchen cabinets and ideas I saw on this site for similar types of units. Like many others who have done something similar, my main challenge was to find a unit that could accommodate an AV amp that was too…
