Ultimate IKEA Hobby Room Setup

[@donewiththis-2012]

Love to see how my favourite monsanto shilling, big pharma bootlicking, alt right youtuber sets up his rig. Recommending lights no doubt made by slave labour in some yorkshire dungeon.....Notic how he uses flashy USB (short for Use Slavelabour Boys) lighting strips to distract from the dark dungeon -like interior of his new bunker....sorry "warehouse". I'm suprised he didn't edit out the bit where one of his escaped "free labourers" got into shot, the longing for aid and pleading for rescue obvious on his face, it was passed off as a joke about having a "tea lady", see how he dehumanises the poor man by calling him a "lady".....what even is one of those, some kind of rat I'm guessing, but I know for definite they don't have "ladies" in the Grim Dark North, only undead could roam the street in January in Wakey in a boob tube and not keel over from immediate hypothermia. Don't buy into his products guys, he deserves no help from the community , all of the money goes into his greedy luxury car driving fat cat bank account. I implore you, DO NOT buy his products, even if they are fantastic and some of the best and well costed hobby products on the market. I ordered a package the other day and it literally turned up first thing in the morning next day....now that concerned me, as the only way to make that happen is via sorcery (which isn't even real), or witchcraft....which I'm guessing this satan loving top knot wearing skinny jeaned freak is all about. Here he is producing free content for people to peruse, he can only do it free because he uses indentured minions, just like the drug cartels of the south west of Canada. Free does not mean good. My government tried to give me a "free" education....but I fought it, for the cost of that "free" was too steep, I didn't want to end up buying into the narrative the other sheeple eat up. Be free, stay strong, and whatever you do, don't watch the rest of his videos in search for satanic iconography....I lost too much time and sleep uncovering the hidden symbolism and dark numerology in his videos, although my bases do look nice now.

[@Limited_Edition_Customs]

This...this is how it truly is. It's like you're there sharing the pain along with us.

[@USALibertarian]

I disagree.

[@Hotspur37]

the Southwestern Canadian Drug cartels have nothing of the shear terror and violence of the Quebec maple syrup mafia or the hypster beard wearing, mocka latte craft beer drinking street gangs roaming the Toronto area.

[@kerryviens7049]

I was waiting for the puchline. The only problem I had with Luke was those stretched out ear loobs. Freaked me out at first but have gotten use to them over the ears .... I mean years. F the haters Luke. You seem like a cool dude.

[@donewiththis-2012]

@@kerryviens7049 the only punch line Luke gives is the one he gives his staff when he makes them line up at the end of their shift to punch them in the face....

[@BlackMagicCraftOfficial]

Love that you can airbrush and make toast with one convenient unit!

[@RPArchiveOfficial]

That weenie dog needs more screentime mate ;)

[@martyp00s]

Helping out local retailers is so important. Thanks for bring it to light, you're a champ!

[@andli]

Love your photography, your lighting, your style and your personality. Guys like you are just youtube gold. Thank you!

[@RealTerrainHobbies]

That is one lovely setup you have there Luke. That space is so nice man👌

[@RealTerrainHobbies]

@@GeekGamingScenics lol😆

[@RealTerrainHobbies]

Hey my bricks are special man. those are my “ultra realistic” bricks and mine alone!😁

[@Calamityclown09]

The cheeky Jazza's Ultimate Creativity collection in the background. I wonder what's going to happen here 🤔

[@chrisearl7941]

It was the Squidmar brushes that got me, those haven't even shipped yet

[@chubbyjaydraws]

Noticed that too 😳👍🏻

[@looselycollected7505]

I do love that you took a look at using cheaper items that would fill your needs instead of just throwing money at the problem. And that you still found a way to take prefab and make it custom to your needs. My current set up is still in transition. But it's even more limited in space than yours. But most of what I have as far as a work table/desk, storage racks, and other needed items are either repurposed items, built from new cheap-ish lumber, or built from recycled lumber that I have salvaged from pallets and pallet toppers I get from work for free. This is in a house we bought about a year ago. The previous owner left a bunch of stuff. A portion of that stuff is still in that space. When I get all of the extra junk out I'll have some extra space for some more things I want/need. But again, keeping costs down is paramount. Seeing your set up there are a few things I think I could use. Alas we have no IKEA near me. So I'll be thinking and rethinking the last of my needs. Pricing and repricing various options. And hoping I figure it out. Thank you for sharing this though. I always love to see different various creative shop set ups. Just to see how different people arrive at solutions for the same questions as well as stealing useful ideas they have had.

[@haydndean]

The Kallax is a classic. Good tip with the worktop over the desktop as well.

[@BrickworksDK]

I used to have a setup like yours, but eventually gave up on it as I found Kallax too tall to sit and too low to stand. No matter what I did, I ended up with backpains. I eventually bought a table with variable height, and have enjoyed both sitting and standing while working ever since. So in my opinion, no matter what else you want as part of your setup, such a table is an absolute must-have. It will save you an awful lot of backpain over the years.

[@rileykairc]

I just bought some kitchen base units and a sheet of 3/4 ply wood and varnished it for a bit of protection for my work bench in my craft room worked very well a very happy with it office chairs are stupidly expensive, am going to do the same for my shed it's where I do spraying and workshop stuff but loved what you have done

[@davidrickey8841]

Very nice setup. We just move into a smaller house and have been trying to figure out the best use of space for the new craft room. I'm probably going to have to steal some of these ideas.

[@justarandomname420]

I used two old filing cabinets, 3 8' 2x4's and an old door for my desk. Having a lot of square fottage for doing hobbies makes it so much easier! Until you realize that theres about 20 unfinished projects sitting there, with another 20 looking at you that you just have to get to, right now, for some reason. I find that if I put something in a cupboard or closet, that once out of sight, its out of mind.

[@Mommamacnz]

Brilliant set up and we need to see more of your wee doggie - he's goregous!

[@rDunfee]

I built my hobby desk using offcuts from a kitchen counter company. I got a 2 meter section for a steal. I used two of the Ikea Alex drawer systems and added a 3/4 inch MDF spacer between the desk and the countertop and connected everything with double sided heavy duty carpet tape. It is super solid now and doesnt budge at all when I try to move it.

[@angelodumatol9648]

Ooooh, that video quality is just next level. Congrats on your awesome setup!

[@alanshroue7]

I've had to set up an office and ive used this method for a work/ hobby desk in as a corner unit fitted into a room. A bit of rostering and i think its great

[@colinmack8655]

Top tip I know they say the dowels do not need glue but I always, always glue the wood while screwing and dowelling. Used to know folk who worked for MFI (precursor to IKEA I guess) the guys who built the displays always glued them especially the ones that do not require the glue it makes them last longer.

[@SnakeWorksStudio]

I recognize that IKEA Ipad stand!

[@s.j.52]

Wow your hobby area is somuch bigger from what it was couple years ago so nice, so happy for you. Like always keep it up luke. 😊 🎼🎶🎵🎵

[@AnythingButOnes]

Love it. Being able to see behind the scenes is excellent.

[@Uncle_Mel]

For my home office (and hobby space) I did the same, both me and my wife have a 1.8m countertop on a sawhorse+drawer unit. Looks ace.

[@rottiehood3872]

Awesome! I’m in the middle of moving into a new home and finally get my own hobby room! Thanks for the ideas! And remember buy local!

[@irtehdar2446]

Yea those kallax units are brilliant. Once you build up a collection so you can swap pieces around it becomes a furniture lego playset.

[@BenjisHobbies]

Great video man. New studio is looking swish!

[@cabe_bedlam]

Most important hobby accessory - Tea Lady :)

[@valborchardt3596]

Thank you, that was very interesting....such a great space. You guys be safe out there. Take care from south africa

[@prc789]

Kallax units seem to be a favourite for Modellers all over KZbin. I have my desk, an old gate leaf dining room table screwed to a four unit kallax, with a 8 unit kallax for all my other storage, I've used the shelves, cupboards and boxes to organise my modelling supplies. The other half uses an 16 unit kallax for her crafting supplies. I find the desk the perfect height for me.

[@sigpi222]

I have a pair of desks made from Alex drawer units (2 per desk) with the long Saljan Ikea countertop laid across them with a pair of Adils legs evenly spaced in the open spots just to help carry weight.

[@40emperor10]

I was looking at Kallax to make a war table for the games room. but it was too low for me . I dreaded bending over like that when playing. So eventually I bought two huge display tables from a craftsstore. My war table now stands at a comfortable 105 cm. But if you want you can very easily make a huge crafting table/ wargames table from a couple of Kallax and some OSB/MDF sheets. maybe some wheels. idk.

[@EnemyInSight]

Good looking setup. Echo your comments on Hobbyzone units - really made a difference to my workbench.

[@GDSMiniatures]

Great fur effects on that 75mm Dachshund

[@DD-lm1gv]

Also check online local auctions if you're in a big city. Lots of businesses are going under because of the lockdowns. Office furniture can be had on the cheap.

[@stinkyham9050]

I actually built my own hobby desk a year ago. I used 3/4" sanded plywood but the best part was I paid a maker space owner to CNC out some 1/2" MFD to a design I drew up on Fusion 360. It was a giant Imperial Galactic Empire Symbol from Star Wars and then pieces on all the sides to look like the halls of the Death Star. I painted it all with an Imperal grey over white and the symbol is black. It's so Star Wars it hurts. I love it.

[@xenoserum]

For me I went to B&Q and got kitchen units and then a unit top to go over it as I'm tall and have a shot back it makes it nice to stand next to and good to sit next too.

[@patrickmcelveen387]

Great video. Those Kallax units are so versatile. For my sons dresser we just use a 2x4 unit laying on the long side with some of those plastic cubby cubes. Perfect and way cheaper than traditional kid furniture.

[@LostHavenGames]

New computer/streaming/workspace desk in the future built this way I think. I could use the storage sections for my RPG and Art books!

[@hobbybro3902]

“Share the love” support your local shops, man your awesome. Keep up the good work and stay safe😁

[@alaricdebalaison2231]

Pretty cool informations, thanks a lot. Ikea rocks ! I'm using some Kallax too for my hobby office and Billy of course too.

[@robertthompson1993]

Awesome to see this done. It's pretty much what I've planned for the man cave. As always very helpful . Cheers.

[@Berserkerworks]

Great setup, and whatever you are paying your lighting model you need to double it, they did stole the scene!

[@zippy5131]

Oooh... Ideas for me new gaff, great tops for my workshop as well.... OH I'm going to be a happy bunny......

[@GreenLanternCorps2814]

Amazing setup, and also accessible--not a multi-thousand dollar affair! When I have a bit more money available, I might have to do something very much like this.

[@Chris-BognorRegis]

Brilliant video Luke, loving the hobby space, lovely atmosphere to settle down and enjoy your hobby, well done mate. Regards Chris

[@euansmith3699]

That was interesting and informative, and your tone is so nicely upbeat. I like that you are rocking the full-on Ogre Kingdom look with the new hair cut.

[@needlead]

Love the ultimate creativity collection easter egg in the background. Hope that was planned.

[@lnrmodels]

New space looks great Luke!

[@BlindedbyDaylight]

Luke knocking it out of the park again. Another great video about the ancillary things around the hobby. Great work

[@alvinmarcus5780]

Killer the way you said go to the local shop for your supplies. 👍😀

[@seanclarke8015]

Just made an order just to try to support you during this time, its not much just some base ready and tufts but hope it helps!

[@jmc7034]

I’ve got hobby zone and they’re great for what ever size hobby space you have. Nice interesting vid

[@jeffreykershner440]

I used the same setup for my work-from-home /hobby room. I built some 6” risers out of MDF to get the height correct, but that's just a bit o extra storage. My area is only 5x8 (former walk in closet), and still has my clothes too.

[@DiggerEvans]

I'd like to get a similar set up myself, looks very good

[@cromcraft3494]

Been playing with plaster and pva glue. Just straight. No water. Love to hear your take on it!

[@vasili1207]

It ads elasticity used by builder for years

[@cromcraft3494]

@@vasili1207 it's flipping amazing. Super hard and doesn't shatter. Good luck getting it off your fingers though! 😂

[@mlpman246]

Those modular HobbyZone shelves are very affordable! Gonna have to put some money away to get my dream setup made for my workshop! Thanks, Luka.

[@alfredpotts6136]

One thing about Kallax is that they seem to drop colours quite regularly, we found that when we went to get some cupboard and drawer inserts to match those we already had, they'd discontinued them! B&Q also do similar stuff that isn't too different in price.

[@tokrakcrafts967]

Propably i have to move some time in the near future, its good to see other people's set ups.

[@johnbruce4004]

Will have a look a Kallax but I find IKEA catalogue hardwork to figure out correct components. Especially when you start looking at "extras". Hope doggie is fully recovered now, looks very loved.

[@catxls1835]

Brilliant setup and great ideas on how to set up!!

[@kerryviens7049]

Love your videos man. Your passion for this hobby comes across as genuine. Very cool vibes. Always feel good watching your vids.

[@BroadswordWargaming]

Lovely work man, great set up. Can't wait to get over and ruin it! 😀

[@MSPaints]

Your dog, my puppet - 2021, let's make it happen. Nice space buddy!

[@MustContainMinis]

Great tour of your work area. Thanks so much for sharing. Love the lighting mounts. I have a hobby area coming to set up in the next 6 months or so, so I appreciate watching your video for possible ideas. Thanks again!

[@nickmills4890]

great idea using the kalax as a desk. I will remember this for the future as my old desk won't survive another move!!! nice one and thats a cracking studio space

[@DavesMiniMenagerie]

Such a dope setup, the struggle is real in my London flat to have enough painting space let alone space to film

[@eBayMiniatureRescues]

Epic man, very nice space!

[@stevea.5397]

Thank you very much for making this video! Now I know that I need the Hobby Zone workplaces 🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩

[@Phoenixknight79]

great ideas there..... but what I've been wondering about is what ever came about of that massive railroad you were helping that guy do the scenery with..

[@charlesc1583]

Oh, lord the REAR shoot lol. Good set up.

[@KeldonRaven]

Looks like the new space has started off well. Nice one! I wish I had both the space and the budget for such a slick hobby zone

[@LouieLovesMinis]

Now this is making me seriously consider wall mounted stands as well

[@tombridger9686]

Awesome set up Luke I’ve recently bought some of the hobby organisation bits you recommended in one of your older vids and yes the roll holder is a must have 👍🏻 big love man keep these vids up your vids are a great watch for some sanity 👌🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@gazzasstuff9419]

I use the same bench tops with Ikea draws at each end. cheep and works great and is about the same high as your setup. Most of my room is made up of the old stock/display stuff. Dos the job for me.

[@Wrathmizzy]

Love it! Inspiring for my own hobby space eventually

[@TabletopWitchCRAFT]

Nice layout, love having those light stands off the floor I bet.

[@hewhoisnamed9050]

Definitely gonna save this for when I get out of this apartment. Goals

[@Neves1789]

Great setup. Big fan of the HZ modules myself, had them for years now and still in great shape! Don't now if you've got another airbrush compressor, but you might want to upgrade to something where you can adjust the pressure (without the use of a bleed valve). I started out with the Arism and I like it for the low cost, but once you get to more advanced painjobs you'll want to be able to lower your pressure. Got one with a tank and pressure adjust for about two years now and my painting with the airbrush has really greatly improved (that and the H&R Infinity). Looking forward to the next video!

[@Neves1789]

@@GeekGamingScenics Oh that's a good tip, hadn't considered it! You can get some cheapy ones with an airtank from China on ebay or amazon probably. ^^

[@madonnadove]

Thanks! Exactly what I didn’t know I needed! I’m just setting up to begin the hobby! Great video!

[@USALibertarian]

Your unit is huge!!!

[@kurtkyre]

Wow, Luke... that is seriously cool! I went to a charity shop and saw an old office desk with a sign that read: Make Offer. (they had several on offer) I offered $15, and the guy said, "For that price you can have two of them."

[@ThePickleJar]

Such a simple set up but super effective and inspiring. Great video bud.

[@bitzbox]

Really nice setup. I'm currently redoing my own space and gone for a very similar grey on the walls. Also couldn't resist adding some led strips

[@40emperor10]

absolutely gangster! My desk is a 17 foot Ikea kitchen. I think Im a little taller. I need my desk at 96cm. I just bought the cheapest kitchen I could find at Ikea and bought two 8.5 feet worktops. Its insane. I'm storing 5 full armies in there. And there is room for 3D printers. and I still haven't used every cupboard hahaha! I love Ikea. Great video.

[@elstonation]

I love new hobby desk day. Nice vid buddy. I wanna see the new place of work still :-)

[@exilesjjb]

great set up, I will be setting a new area to work from eventually and I like your ideas cheers for showing. Peace James

[@labrynthgames5986]

OMG I love setting up background shots for stuff....then I get so upset when you have to actuly use the things cause then it looks messy lol!

[@iskog.831]

7:45 that part blew my mind, clever af!

[@snakemodelling]

Un vídeo muy entretenido, ojalá yo tuviera una habitación solo para practicar este hobbie. Regards from Spain

[@owenthomas7014]

That's propa nice that is. I have a desk in the box room which I have to squeeze my chubby self into to paint. I'm well jell.

[@athollmcnicoll256]

Yes I agree buying those planks are cheaper than tables but if like me living 120 feet above the ground and relying on elevators to get stuff up in, well Luke they can be a bit on the long side, so no thanks I'll stick with my modelling table I set up years ago, which originated in Sweden and cost an arm and both legs to buy. Cheers mate see the beard is bushing up!!

[@greyshadedminis]

Ya I use IKEA kallax I have a four cube one on wheels use it as a hobby trolley coz I dont have any space for a desk

[@NedgeTGC]

This is so clean!

[@Dash277]

2:55 Look at the modularity!

[@leefellows8770]

Immediately read this in Bardic Broadcasts voice

[@RavensMinis]

Thanks so much for this! Just what I've been looking for! I already have the kallax cubes in my studio, however I need a desk space in the new space when moving next year and always wondered how to make that work with the furniture I've already got. So thank you!

[@ericarainae]

Puppy!!!! Also i need ti make a good set up. My stuff is all over my kitchen table mlst the time... much to the dismay of my husband. How do you store your foam and other big pieces?

[@ericarainae]

@@GeekGamingScenics my puppy is 7. They are always puppies to me. :) One day i will have a proper workshop...

[@darthbretticus9951]

Your dog is Adorable 😍

[@duffymakowski5400]

Great set-up, and cute pup. :-)

[@harkejuice]

Kallax 1x2 not available most places really sucks! Otherwise this is a great setup. I have a similar desk with the worktop and the Alex unit which has really nice drawers for pens and such.

[@onkelferno]

I've been thinking about getting some Kallax and a counter top as well... I guess you've got me convinced! :D

[@hokipokist]

Protip: I regularly have to heft 25mm+ (thickest was 50mm!) sheet goods by myself. The trick is to have it held vertically - in landscape - with the back edge at the bottom. Then put the back edge down first and then slide/push it over whilst lowering the front edge. As a shortarse, my arm span isn't enough to drop the backedge down if I do it the more "natural" way.