10 of the Best IKEA Hacks We Saw in 2021, Starting at Just $20

We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. Not everyone can be an artist, if that term is defined solely by traditional items like a pen, camera, or canvas. But if artistry is broadened into the realm of IKEA hacks, then there are countless people who … Read more

7 of Reddit’s Favorite IKEA Hacks of 2021, Featuring BILLY, HEMNES, and More

We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. IKEA hacks are a favorite at Apartment Therapy — and on Reddit, too, where there’s an entire subreddit dedicated to the clever and unconventional ways that enterprising DIYers think to use IKEA products. A quick scroll through will … Read more

B&A: A Plain IKEA HEMNES Gets a $66 Rustic Apothecary Redo in Just 2 Days

Sarah Everett Editorial Assistant Sarah is Apartment Therapy’s editorial assistant. She recently completed her MA in journalism at the University of Missouri and has a bachelor’s degree in journalism from Belmont University. Past writing and editing stops include HGTV Magazine, Nashville Arts Magazine, and several outlets local to her hometown, Columbia, Missouri.

You Won’t Even Recognize IKEA in These 7 High-End Hacks

We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. IKEA hacks are an Apartment Therapy staple. And no wonder: It’s hard to find anything more gratifying as a DIYer than taking a budget-friendly and accessible piece and turning it into a custom piece that no one else … Read more

Before and After: This Sophisticated IKEA MALM Dresser Hack Only Cost $20

Megan Baker Home Projects Editor Megan is a writer and editor who specializes in home upgrades, DIY projects, hacks, and design. Before Apartment Therapy, she was an editor at HGTV Magazine and This Old House Magazine. Megan has a degree in Magazine Journalism from Northwestern University’s Medill School of Journalism. She is a self-taught weighted … Read more

7 of the Best IKEA Hacks to Do if You’re Hosting for the Holidays

We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. If you’re having company over between now and New Year’s, it’s the perfect time to assess your hosting situation. You might already have extra sheets, fluffy towels, and a coffee station on lock, but one area you might … Read more

The 8 Most Stylish, Budget-Friendly IKEA Hacks for Cat Parents

We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. It took me 32 years to finally get my first pet, and I’m now officially the proud owner of not one but two kitties, Lola and Millie. This means I now have the fun challenge of incorporating cat … Read more

Before and After: A $2,000 IKEA Built-In Storage Hack Saves a Cluttered Basement

We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. Fact: Living with kiddos means living with their toys. Although it’s not realistic for toys to be neatly hidden away at all times in a living room that looks like it belongs in a magazine, there are some … Read more

These IKEA Wooden Bowls Are Hacked Into the Perfect Planter for the Holidays

Olivia Harvey Contributor Olivia Harvey is a freelance writer and award-winning scriptwriter from outside Boston, Massachusetts. She’s a big fan of scented candles, getting dressed up, and the 2005 film adaptation of Pride and Prejudice starring Keira Knightley. You can make sure she’s doing okay via Instagram and/or Twitter. Follow Olivia

How to Transform a Plain IKEA KALLAX into a Groovy ’70s-Style Burl Wood Piece

We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. September is Transformation Month at Apartment Therapy! That means we’re sharing stories about home transformations — from big renovations to tiny tweaks — all month. Head over here to see them all! If you’ve ever been in a thrift store or … Read more