9 Affordable and Luxurious IKEA Hacks and DIYs that You NEED to Know About!

Do you love IKEA?! I already know the answer. You LOVE IKEA, but sometimes you want the products to look a little less like IKEA. So, in today's video I'm sharing some fantastic hacks I've seen online that really elevate IKEA furniture. I am tagging all of the wonderful creators down below, so be sure to follow them across all platforms!
HACK 1:
Nellie of Mycustomspace
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HACK 2:
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Hack 3:
Drew Scott of Lone Fox
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Hack 4: Kristen McGowan
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Hack 5: Me
Hack 6: The Sorry Girls
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Thanks to IKEA Hackers, All fitness, Architectural Digest, The Sorry Girls, Mother of Iron, The Hardins, Apartment Therapy, Feeling Nifty, Nursery design studio, , Arin Solange, Lone Fox/ Drew Scot, Kristen McGowan, and My Custom space for the images used in today’s video. These images do NOT belong to me and instead belong to the respective creators :).
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[@KivaBrent]

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[@southernassweettea2228]

You are right, Drew from Lone Fox can make anything look high end!

[@KivaBrent]

Yes!! He’s amazing!! 💕

[@fashionjunky9402]

@@KivaBrent theres a girl on you tube who did her sofa exactly how you said you wanted to see someone do with the pool noodles her name is Sydni Michelle

[@Mrs.AD0099]

I find Drew's stuff to be cheap and home made looking tbh

[@TheyCallMeGayJesus]

He is such a king 👑 I wish I lived near him lol

[@jeanineskitchen2607]

love him learning so much!

[@darcyferrigno]

I really appreciate how you always give credit to other influencers. Sometimes I watch these KZbin videos and the person acts as though they came up with everyone. I love you style, taste and advice and find myself coming to your channel when I have a design/decor dilenma.

[@KivaBrent]

Thank you so much Darcy! It's so so important to give credit to all these amazing creators 💕

[@jsobrino]

the ikea countertop desk hack is definitely a good one if you need a large desk. i have multiple computers and a set of speakers on my desk so i need a lot of space, and that’s what i did. i just put it on an adjustable standing desk frame i bought elsewhere and it fits perfectly, it’s completely stable, and i have enough space for everything i need! an equivalent sized standing desk would’ve normally cost around $600-700 but i got this one for less than $300 ($200 for the frame, $60 for the top)

[@gaill.7340]

I so want Lone Fox’s Billy hack - I think he should hook up with a manufacturer . . . or (so I could afford it) package the precut pieces in a DIY kit. I can add the bookcase!

[@Donna-C]

Great tips! Drew, Kristen & Sorry girls all have some great work - good on you for giving them credit / providing links. 👏 👍🏼

[@KivaBrent]

Thanks so much for watching Donna! 💕

[@alannalove8980]

The canvas roll idea, GENIUS!

[@ckschill]

Girl, I have watched a LOT of your videos (and I love them!) but this one was the best one I’ve seen yet! I loved your kind edification of LoneFox and Kristen McGowan. It was classy as heck (I love them too!). I love to see people supporting people😊 I also loved seeing more of your personality. I laughed out loud at least twice! I always appreciate how fast you talk because your videos are a reasonable amount of time to watch, but stopping occasionally to crack a joke was a delight! Thanks for sharing these great tips and being lovely 😊

[@tobiastaraba9672]

I loved the Desk Hack, because Desks most often don´t fit the room. For my instance I need a really wide 2,5m Desk and your Malm Hack really made me think about making that a reality.

[@BewareTheLilyOfTheValley]

I'm now torn between this cheap hack that looks like it would satisfy my need for a longer desk, or continue with buying a nearly $1000 standing desk with plugs and cable management holes built into it (yes, I could probably DIY that, but I'mnot very handy and good with that sort of stuff). I might go with the Ikea hack if the stuff is available at the only one close to me (which is a state next to mine). If not...well, I highly doubt I'll be disappointed with the standing desk.

[@smw11581]

Lowe's has a 6 pack of 12x12 mirrors for 14.98. that may be an alternative if Ikea is out.

[@JJoeisCooking]

I used a Kallax shelf turned sideways and added wheels to make a small kitchen island. It worked great.

[@sunnygreenings4840]

I will definitely use your 1st hack--glass doors for books (which get so dusty otherwise). Love all these hacks. Also, so wonderful when you give credit to a fellow design person and watched Drew for the first time today.

[@contessajones5619]

I was expecting the same old ikea hacks but was pleasantly surprised to find a few that I hadn’t seen. You’re a joy to watch. You could talk about motor oil and I’d be interested:))

[@brendakrause5639]

I use a 4 drawer Malm dresser in the kitchen. It holds my microwave on top and in the drawers I have extra dish towels, plastic containers, even my office supplies.

[@photoshopuser3237]

Your DIY hacks and shortcuts are only superseded by your fun personality! Lone Fox speaks highly of you too by the way. The IKEA idea I liked today was the the double desk idea. I have just finished having new floors put in and now trying to move everything into neater less cluttered living. Challenge. I have checked out the butcher block counter top and it will work perfect in my photo studio. Thanks for the inspiration on this one! I love your vids and all the stuff you do KB! Been watching and learning from you for a long time. Thank you! I may be an old lady 78 but I’m still in the game!

[@carolefreeman2544]

I remember buying a diaper changing table from IKEA. It came with two towers of drawers two ‘U’ shaped pieces that you can attach to the top of each drawer towers and one piece of wood to go across the top to make a table. This was for my daughter when she was born, (she will be 34 at the end of this month.). When she got older, the two ‘U’ shapes can be removed and it became a desk for her to use. Later she used the drawers for end tables next to her bed. She used this, until she bought her own home 5 years ago. It was then given to charity as it still was in good shape after almost 30 years. This goes to show you how much wear and different designs you can make out of IKEA furniture.

[@BetsySolerMBA]

I wish I saw the IKEA desk hack before spending a thousand dollars on my current set up. The countertop makes total sense! Love all the hacks though.

[@lucyfer6g6]

Listen, I'm 27 yrs old and I'm just finding this side of KZbin [owning my first home] , so I really appreciate the shout outs too! Yay got a new lil circle 😄😁💛

[@KivaBrent]

Congratulations on your first home!! Welcome Lucy 💕💕

[@ninabeena83]

I absolutely love ikea furniture for its hackability- while I too love real wood for certain types of pieces, you really just can’t beat ikea value. And if you change your mind about the piece, re hack it or start over lol I definitely plan to further hack my kallax with this door idea, and now thinking maybe I’ll try the pool noodle idea on my (previously😅) chalk painted couch. The bouclé or maybe a nice velvet…. 🤔 The curtain rod idea with canvases is sheer brilliance though! I could def see that on a super tall wall, maybe with a triple rod and then you could alternate which canvas is pulled down from day to day. I love it 😍

[@Justyoureaverageeverydaytroll]

We need more designers like you on KZbin!!! You always give genuine advice

[@blackeneddove]

I watch Drew & Kristin’s channels also, but your hack is actually my favorite! I seriously think I may try this. I just have to look at the furniture dimensions to make sure they fit my space.

[@ogismotheonly101]

You are very talented and creative. Your work speaks for itself and actually shows people you definitely know your profession, and are good at what you do. The main thing is that you enjoy it and it shows, and that does make people want to give you their business. I'd rather have someone who enjoys designing and coming up with creative ideas that I can see and make choices which are best for my personality, character and environment. Your shows are teaching, learning, very informative. You'd make a great teacher also. Why not write a course, a self home learning course and gather students, who can learn and benefit from your multi professionalism? Congratulations and much success!!

[@buildergradetocustommade]

OMG I was looking for the PERFECT bookcase for a certain part of my home and could not find anything under $1500! I found a Havsta glass-front cabinet/bookcase that meets my needs and more for only $509. BLESS YOU.

[@TheRealMsBlu]

I love the gold contact paper on the Malm! I would add clear knobs or rhinestone drawer pulls to glam it up.

[@CurveTheRain]

My fave hack was how to correctly fangirl about Lone Fox! 😆 I love both your guys’s videos!

[@douglasflatley1178]

The Billy bookcase hack by Drew. Amazing!

[@KivaBrent]

So amazing!!

[@spiritualinfluencer3747]

The lights are everything plus the whole entire concept keep'em coming KB. The frame hack is cool omg! thanks.

[@judyjohnson639]

I finally got my Malm dresser. Every time I went into the site they were gone. I got the white and I'm waiting for my son to paint the room. Thank you for all of your design tips. Because of you I now don't just buy stuff because it's cute I now buy with purpose.

[@leslieherring5835]

I did the Havsta hack in my dining room. I went with 3 side by side and its beautiful! I've also done a Hollywood vanity using the Alex hack

[@lornaschilling7688]

Thanks. The first hack is my very favorite. I have been trying to figure out how to make a bookcase wall that has doors and goes to the 9’ ceiling. Totally perfect!

[@Diane_Pena]

We did the Alex drawer hack for my husband (double desk) and I did a smaller version for myself. Found the Alex drawers on offer up and bought a wooden kitchen counter top from IKEA 🙉

[@ducklete]

I love your videos and get so excited when a notification pops up! Drew really does do a lot of amazing things! I love the hack ideas. I think that I hack too many thing to try and get something “original” in my house. Keep of the great videos! I already can’t wait for the next 🥰

[@youbetcha108]

Thank you😊 so much for these hacks. My favorite was the hanging drop down art canvas. Excellent idea. I did the mirror panes years ago in a rental but had to attach them to the wall pane by pane. Looked great pain to do. Your idea is the way to go!!

[@jackieclark817]

Love your content and enthusiasm. Please slow down and breathe 🕊️

[@cchester543]

I really like this lady. She is very knowledgeable and has a vibrant personality.😊

[@laurenf2260]

That contact paper/dresser hack is soooo smart!! Love it!

[@JennMarie]

I am so glad I found this video! I wanted the billy look but the shoe molding cut out is was killing it for me because we have large shoe molding. This is so much better.

[@LOVESHOES01]

I ❤ your home, it's so stylish and warm. You are my style inspiration for my living room. Thanks for sharing with us.

[@marinarehren7076]

Brilliant! Thank you for the great hacks! I especially liked that you told us who you got the hacks from in the cases they weren't your own. I also liked how you commented on the hacks putting them into context! Very helpful indeed!

[@sunies8570]

So right I did the same thing with the ikea billy bookcases and added extension unit open cabinet on top bolted it to the wall and add the doors on it this looks so good on both sides of my focal point wall and acts as a display and book shelf

[@BewareTheLilyOfTheValley]

Yes to the LoneFox features! I've recently discovered his channel and love how creative he is! Him and XO, from MaCenna, I think the channel is, are some fun ones to watch, though there's very few of their projects I feel confident with trying myself 😅. I'll live vicariously through them.

[@ajd882]

I’m sooo excited to finally know how and where you got your black bookcases in the background. Thank you for sharing. Billy book cases are out in my area but I keep checking.

[@beckyev1965]

wow love that big gold-framed mirror!

[@Brianna-oe7gs]

Amazing ideas, per usual! Def going to give the bookcase and pool noodle/ chair DIY a try. Thanks so much for sharing!

[@annelindsay976]

Kiva thank you for the transcripts I appreciate it! It made it much easier to follow you, enjoyed your ikea hacks. Best wishes

[@marianaconstantinou127]

Perfect ideas!!! Definitely copying the one with the swimming noodles on a chair!!! ❤️❤️❤️

[@cvonsutphen]

*Yes* . Great hacks Kiva! I also appreciate that you shared Lonefox and McGowen's creations.

[@hannahstyle83]

Thank you so much for introducing these amazing DIY and the DIY people! I must’ve been living under a rock. I’ve never heard of them. I’ve been missing out. Great video 😘😍

[@terrapaley3069]

You are so generous and so talented. I love everything you do! Thanks

[@theresagarza1578]

canvas roll - great idea for a large space!

[@karanasz4327]

I liked the billy book case but watching this inspired me!!

[@TheEagleslover]

I so needed this video because I’ve been wracking my brain for ideas to refresh my office without spending half a years salary!

[@marionandrews176]

Great video. Loved Lone Fox ‘s Billy hack and your book/shelving (been admiring it now for weeks).

[@stacyvogel4935]

Girl chat away! We did the door front hack on our cube storage units! Love it however we had to cut our doors because we don't live near an IKEA. Great content as usual 💗

[@jacquelynedwards2183]

LOVE this video KB! My fav hack was the cabinets and desk 🙌🏽❣

[@dawn5358]

OMG, the paper roll back is the best!

[@leahgreen9476]

Thank you for sharing the cabinets you made ❤️

[@mercedesyoung5906]

Awesome job on the tall cabinets. You are right about RH prices.

[@shellyjoseph3109]

the desk w the couter top oh my GOSH WHY DIDN'T I KNOW ABOUT THIS BEFORE.. TRYING right away...

[@itiswhatitis_842]

I’m so grateful for you guys’ creativity cause goodness knows I’m not creative😄

[@kimberlyprater3596]

❤️❤️❤️❤️ so nice to see someone speed it up yet produce fav hacks I ❤️

[@3littlepig.s976]

I Love Drew he absolutely can take drab to Fabulous! Thanks for sharing all those hacks they are all fabulous.

[@greggdoty3076]

Love the Alex desk idea!!

[@nancybrown9025]

i really enjoyed this..loved the desk hack

[@lizhoward9754]

Kiva, you always make me laugh. You are too funny. Love these great ideas. And take care of the cold!

[@deborahg3093]

brilliant idea on the bookshelves

[@KivaBrent]

Thanks so much Deborah! 💕

[@maunarose]

Kiva!!! Your videos make me happy and inspired. My favorite is the art roll hack. Much love and happiness to you and Babe.

[@KivaBrent]

Thank you so so much Mauna! Sending love to you! 💕💕

[@sandramishenko1831]

I love watching your videos!! Your so creative and ingenious!! And bonus you share others work!! Thank you for all you share!!

[@astrogothiqa]

Loved the mirror idea. My style is urban industrial and I can't wait to try this hack. 😀

[@betzaidavazquez5579]

Love the video KB !! Loaded with some good info and ideas and wow the hacks were amazing. The bookcase from lone wolf and the boucle chair. Thanks for always keeping your channel interesting 💗🌟👍

[@KivaBrent]

So happy you enjoyed it!! Thanks so much for watching! 💕

[@ibislife]

Love that cabinet, I was actually looking at one yesterday, with a hefty pricetag.👍

[@chaselesser3191]

Wow, you have a beautiful house. Love the ceilings and the huge window arch’s.

[@russelldavis9589]

Love the chair by Drew n the desk idea. Thanks for the education of getting more for less. Cudos

[@Astoldbyshuna]

Love the contact paper

[@barbaraknox8380]

Good stuff, Kiva! My fav was the Malm dresser hack!

[@nope-du2ur]

Kiva, your material is so helpful! I'm taking ALL THE NOTES for when I get into my new house. Love your vids!

[@KivaBrent]

Thank you so so much for watching!! 💕

[@nancyanneberg403]

Scott at Lone Fox is a marvel. I LUV him. These are great hacks. Thank you .

[@tamiamyourfavoritedragon8890]

Hey! Custom Art Framer here! LOL. It is totally work visiting your local framer to have your art professionally framed. Love your content!

[@gregorymotta3296]

WOW just WOW. So much here I want to try. Thank you!

[@laurenbrewton9277]

Thank you for this video, your channel is one of my favorites. I really Loved th mirror idea, thinking about doing that in my gym area.

[@gailremp8389]

I think the concept of the art is great. It really is. I would love to do something like this simply because I like to change furniture and pictures around so stinking much. Like I generally call myself the "push pin queen" so big because if it's a lightweight piece I stick in a push pin to see how it's going to look. I know I shouldn't do it but it's my house so I can do it

[@conniepleasant1081]

Great job, I really like how you’re creating that height to the whole look in that area 🖤

[@QuixLand]

LOVE that your hacks are soooo affordable..!!! (ps. I too, love Drew's channel.) I seem to always have ppl giving me their small bookcases.. and when I get 4, I stack them up, so now I have 2 tall bookcases.!! Great video, as always.!! jo

[@susanhamilton626]

This was so fun to watch! I love the light you shine and share!

[@KivaBrent]

Thank you so so much Susan! 💕

[@amina-gf1fl]

This is the best DIY explanation I have ever seen. It was very concise and inspiring at the same time. Thank you so much for sharing!!! Your shelves look beautiful 😍

[@debrarosso130]

I love the cabinets going to try that

[@sdophoto1405]

Off topic where did you get your dining chairs?

[@sharonmichael6122]

Love all your ideas and suggestions! Thanks for sharing!

[@KivaBrent]

Thanks for watching, Sharon!! 💕

[@apronsandmagnolias]

Thank you so much for this!

[@ebonydouglas8998]

Hey! I stretch my own canvas so i do have massive rolls of canvas and I love that last idea. How would you recommend keeping the bottom weighed down?

[@OpinionisnotFact]

Thank you for the confidence that solving for 16 ft walls will be a problem I have in the future. I claim it

[@CuriousCalligrapher]

The 1st bookcase 😲☺️

[@elizabethboaz4023]

Wow your totally awesome, clever and inspiring thank you... you have got my creative juices flowing.... thank you bless you and Lol-lots of love ❣

[@lauramoore1773]

I've been watching your channel for a few months now, but this is probably my favorite video of yours - really great stuff. P.S., love your nails!

[@tas22222]

This was so great KB thank you and Also its great you shouted out Kristen She is our Canadian content designer fav. Cheers and have a wonderful weekend !

[@kristaself126]

As always, another great video. Thanks for all your wonderful ideas.

[@KivaBrent]

Thanks so much Krista!! 💕

[@trishfitzpatrick2066]

Sensible, attractive ideas for a lovely home while sticking to a budget. Great job!

[@KivaBrent]

Thank you!!

[@kimberlyburton1818]

Love your aesthetic and your positivity about other creators. Thanks for sharing these neat-o ideas!

[@KivaBrent]

Thanks for watching!!

[@bran9730]

Wow!! So helpful, favorites are mirrors 💡 idea and how to accent the drawers. Thx

[@KivaBrent]

Thanks for watching!! 💕

[@desireedjanie]

Brilliant video! One of my favourites of yours. I’m intrigued as to why you would have the two closed Havstas instead of one ope one closed?