9 amazing projects to transform IKEA furniture creatively
Furniture from the IKEA furniture giant is well known everywhere, and with their very simple, linear designs and competitive prices, they are able to satisfy the needs of many types of customers. There is no shortage of brilliant examples, online, on how to use a piece of IKEA furniture in a different and unexpected way.
Sometimes, however, the basic aspect of the Swedish giant's collections can dissuade some from including them in their home furnishings. However, this is an obstacle that can be easily overcome: just find the right way to redecorate or combine the various pieces together and transform them into something unique and perfectly suited to your style.
If the color of the furniture is the problem, then you can always check if the wood version (ie. not lacquered), exists in the collection. In fact, putting a coat of paint on an already treated surface requires a long and meticulous preparation. But wood that has not yet been painted is child's play. Choose the perfect color for your surrounding decor and you will have a customized version of your favorite IKEA piece.
Another way to add a personal touch to these pieces of furniture is to cover areas with fabric, wallpaper or some other suitable type of paper: it is the simple thing to transform any geometric-shaped bookcase into the piece of furniture with a unique taste that suits you.
How often do you see stools and tables made using wooden discs? You can easily recreate these using the super cheap MARIUS stool, attaching the wood to the flat metal disc that supports it.
An idea for adventurous children in their bedroom: a bunk bed where to get to the top, (in addition to the "boring" ladder), there is a miniature climbing wall.
Be careful to heed all the precautions when doing this project: reinforce the support structure, carefully fix the panel (which is also very sturdy) to the structure itself, and above all, reinforce every socket on the panel. And also provide a padded mat at the bottom, so as to cushion any failed climbing attempts!
Having an island in the kitchen is the dream of many, and for reasons of space and models available in furniture shops, these do not always fit. However, there are DIY projects that allow you to adapt IKEA furniture for this purpose, creating an island that can even be moved, if necessary!
Not just great furniture: a home is also made up of smaller decorations that enrich the area with interesting details. So, those who want to give a vintage touch to the décor can use a HÄRLIGA glass bell as a unique lampshade for a lamp.
Furniture in natural wood, which can be painted, is always a fun option - even for the children's bedroom, where they themselves can express their creativity.
The cutlery drainer that becomes a storage basket, to be used in every room of the house: it is a classic that should never be forgotten.
A simple, open and paneled bookcase (something like the KALLAX model), can become an ancient pharmacy!
Are you ready to redefine your decor with DIY projects like these?
