HOW WE SAVED MONEY AT IKEA AND GOT OUR DREAM SOFA (ikea hack couch tips)

[@EmilyFaith]

I’ve seen a handful of people saying they can’t get the hack to work to order online without the covers. Be sure to click product details and then scroll down and click assembly and documents to see the individual item numbers to type in. Here is the blog post that goes more in-depth: blog.comfort-works.com/order-ikea-sofa-without-cover/ I hope that helps, and if you still can’t get it to work you can of course go into the store to purchase without the covers as well.

[@AmandaGentherTV]

For the Farlov, were there 2 pieces you had to order? The "armrest frame" and the "frame for sofa section"?

[@The-Powertree-Alchemist]

I think they’ve removed it or we dont have this system in the uk. I can see all the product details but the frame means the entire sofa, they’re not broken into different sections. Maybe its worth going into an ikea store and ask a member of staff

[@monoomouashi]

Hi, I tried, but it didn't work as Emily said. I visited the comfort work' website, read through it, and tried it in IKEA US, though... IKEA took off the "removal product" bottom, so no longer works, unfortunately. If I am wrong, please update the information again. I am looking forward to seeing it.

[@Justthegoodstuff-gh2xx]

Hey Emily, just wondering about the sofa itself. Comfort is by far the most important thing to me. That and longevity. Love to know how you are still rating it for these aspects! 😊

[@ashleeloomer8539]

@@monoomouashiyes, ikea updated as of February 2024. The assembly documents online no longer states article/product numbers. Best bet go into ikea. This was likely intentional. They want their money!

[@kristindanan7407]

Hi, Emily. Just a helpful hint for future videos, please turn down (or off) the background music. For those of us with some hearing impairments, it makes it difficult to hear you and the CC isn’t always accurate (or even available). Thanks!! And great hack!!

[@kasa9884]

Yes! I am hearing, but sometimes struggle with contrasting sounds, especially with voices + music/noise. Please remove background music when speaking or lower it to very low & increase your voice volume in the video. 🙏🏼

[@jazziered142]

Yeah I had to bail. It's too much.

[@lilly6766]

Agree! It is too much. And not needed. We want to hear your pleasant voice.

[@dianebaker5243]

I found the music was no need when you chatting to people.

[@CeeCee630]

I don’t have a hearing impairment and found it hard to hear her over the music.

[@jackieclark817]

I think you may be the first KZbinr to be making this public knowledge. You go girl! Great hack! And maybe when Ikea is stuck with a whole bunch of ugly slipcovers they will figure out they need to come up with better options!

[@EmilyFaith]

Haha yeah cmon ikea!! Thanks for the love.

[@Be.Encouraged]

Oh Thank you sooo much, i didn't even finished watching the video i just ran on the website just tried it here in France and booom for half of the price i got the sofa now ready to choose my custom slipcover!!! especially here i spend tons of hours looking for a sofa that shape and it is even non existing here, thank you soo soo much

[@EmilyFaith]

Yaaaay!!! So happy to hear that

[@cristinapal5011]

Great video, I knew about this hack. But here is another one for you, if the linen covers get dirty in time and you cannot clean them anymore, you can stil save them by dying them in the waschinmashine, linen would colour so beautifully. I do this all the time with linen clothing, it is amazing. You have to go darker, but still it is not all lost and still feels like you get a new couch. 🤗😘

[@dragamboazulinqiacupuntura122]

Having a baby soon and finding it all very daunting. Seeing you sitting there with baby and talking about finding affordable things and moving makes it... doable. Not saying everything is perfect because lord knows baby life is chaotic by design but it made me aspire to doability... thanks.

[@GoogleUser-wx8mw]

Your baby is adorable and your video is one of the most user-friendly ones ever. Love how you scroll your computer screen on the side to give us a visual. Great job.

[@marisarafter745]

how is the linen holding up 2 years later?

[@kymberliethefreespiritedone]

I knew about the hack but only because someone on the customer service line informed me after being stressed about waiting months for my Uppland sectional from IKEA. I purchased the couch raw and bought slipcovers from a different IKEA! I want linen ones so I'll have to purchase yet another set from comfort works! Great video!

[@CocoAzoitei]

My wonderful sister bought me this sofa (couch) when I separated and moved into a smaller place by myself with the kids and had nothing. It is now 6 years later and soooo love it still. It’s the comfiest couch and many friends have loved sleeping over on it, it’s comfier than a bed if you take the back cushions off. Great for naps too! 😴 I took the covers off a few years ago as I prefer the look with the feet and no skirt and have just had throw rugs on it but I’m about to invest in a Bemz slipcover.

[@alternativechonga]

This is so helpful! I spent months without a couch because of the shortages so I ended up getting a second hand Soderhamn sofa (parts of it, they kept some of the sectional for their move across the country lol) but they gave me the wrong arm, so I have one normal sized arm and one short arm. Whenever I have the cash saved I planned on upgrading the fabric to be more pet-friendly/stain-resistant so I'll definitely be using this tip.

[@katherinehoulding2397]

I wish the had the Farlov in Canada. They stopped making it. I have the love seat and would buy another one in a heart beat! Great video

[@Yasmine_WilliamsWoods]

Oh my gosh. You are me. I am you. Moved & sold everything. MUST have a slipcover couch. Love thrifting and good deals. Obsessed with all things home decor.

[@brittanyrichardson4385]

Amazing! I’m definitely looking into getting a slip cover for our current couch! I didn’t know these companies existed!

[@EmilyFaith]

Yes neither did I! They ship super fast as well. Very very pleased with how the look and feel!

[@princessalways4eva]

Ooooo! I’m actually in the market for a new sofa. The one I have is a hand-me-down my brother had for more than 10 years. The cushions are done. I thought about slip covers but the cushions…. I will now check IKEA to see if they have the style I’m looking for. If I find it I’m headed to Comfort Works. Thank you for the information, extremely helpful. Have a great weekend.🤗

[@brianneharrison9419]

At 6:20 you will save so much money!!! Thank you for this tip

[@ToeKnife166]

If you are outside of the US call and make the custom order, I did in Australia and it worked

[@EmilyFaith]

Good to know! Thanks for the help!

[@lorrainenicoletti6232]

I can’t take my eyes off you Angel baby . I’m listening to your voice Only! Your baby is the sweetest ❤️❤️❤️

[@ank1409]

So glad KZbin suggested your video. This seems to be my story, I did figure this hack few weeks back when the only sofa I wanted within budget was farlov, only difference is I’m still figuring out which fabric to go for, from the samples I ordered. I’m also considering few sellers from Etsy to order from.

[@ank1409]

I liked the white linen fabric too but it failed the stain test I did hence thinking to go for polyester fabric. But one day when the kids are older I’ll definitely go for linen 😀

[@patriciadejesus4051]

OMG!! Your daughter is the cutest!! Aww...congrats! Thanks for the hack. No idea you could buy the sofas from IKEA without the cover. That is awesome!

[@EmilyFaith]

Thank you! We are pretty swoon with her. Enjoy the price hack!

[@preetigurung3296]

I couldn’t find this couch anywhere is australia, I’m so devestated 😢

[@ladieessence]

It works y’all. Don’t forget to add the dots to the product number.

[@Monet04]

Emily you mentioned the covers you got are pure linen and you paid $430. The pure linen natural is $669. The $430 is linen and cotton mix. Is yours the linen and Cotton mix?

[@justvyara6987]

This is amazing! We are moving states soon and I was thinking of throwing away our couch but with two kids I didn’t want to spend too much and I now I won’t! Thank you thank you thank you!

[@headerahelix]

Awww your lil one is adorable. Thanks for the tip.

[@boochathru]

This is one of the most helpful KZbin videos I've seen lately. THANK YOU! Can I ask if you went for the white pure linen, or the natural pure linen? Sorry if I missed you saying it. Thanks!

[@Be.Encouraged]

i was even willing to buy it with the ikea slipcover and change it but they are always sold out here, so again i am so happy i found your video

[@Monet04]

I’m in California and it is always sold out. The site is horrible too. One minute it states it will deliver to my area, the next minute it says it won’t. Sold out everywhere in the LA area. I called IKEA and they said the sofa’s are being discontinued on July 7th, so they aren’t bring anymore into stock. I searched for a used one and couldn’t find one. I was lucky enough to find it this week about 3 miles away and it’s only 6 months old. Perfect condition and I got it for $450. It has the grey velvet and I just ordered the linen covers too. Good luck.

[@jeanetteoxo]

The couch turned out super nice. And this video is very helpful. Thank you for sharing! 🤍

[@beverleydryland1146]

Had no idea ....thanks for the info Loved seeing ya new bub x

[@gloriacorbett1791]

Those slip covers transformed the couch into something so inviting. Love love love

[@EmilyFaith]

Yes yes yes!! Can’t believe it’s from ikea!

[@akashmakkar7187]

How comfortable is the Farlov if someone sits right in middle to watch TV? That's my spot, and I'm wondering if the cushions on the back with split in the middle will become uncomfortable.

[@renatapereira5305]

THANK YOU SM for this! I’m moving soon and I love the ikea couch but wanted a brown or nude cover so glad I can save money !

[@EmilyFaith]

YES!! Use these hacks for sure! Comfort works definitely will have something for you! Thanks for watching!

[@laurie2553]

Wow this is incredible. I had no idea this was a possibility. This opens up a zillion new opportunities to get the perfect custom sofa. Thank you so much for sharing!!!

[@jannypac]

I have this sofa and love that I can change out the slipcovers . 😊

[@sarah-elyssezekieladuffus29]

Omg amaaazing!! Thank you so much for sharing coz I had no clue! ❤

[@palebeachbum]

I'm so disappointed IKEA has discontinued this sofa, at least in the U.S. It seems they replaced it with the Hyltarp. I don't like the boxier shape of that sofa as much and they no longer offer the olive green velvet cover I wanted. 😢

[@calliebolstad1345]

Love this! Your couch is what I want but I didn’t know what it was called or how to buy IKEA without covers and get custom. Thank you for sharing!!

[@EmilyFaith]

Oh good! Glad to hear that! I feel the same way. Its the couch I always wanted and comfort works took it to a whole new level.

[@marty1159]

You are gold, GOLD I tell you, pure and unadulterated gold!!!

[@EmilyFaith]

Thank you!

[@Clynn57]

Oh my gosh. Thank you. I think you’re my life saver here. I had no clue.

[@EmilyFaith]

Neither did I! It is truly the best lil work around to get the sofa you dreamed of.

[@BiancaPrice3]

Very nice! What about comfort? How durable and comfortable is it? I’m sure you can’t attest too much to the durability yet but comfort? I’m afraid of running into the “you get what you pay for” issue with ikea couches..

[@EmilyFaith]

I like it more than our previous couches. My dad sat on it and said wow that’s way more comfortable than other ikea couches I’ve sat on. I felt the same way.

[@Pagingnursejackie]

This is a game changer! Thank you 🙏🏽

[@alexstenning]

Looks great but having always had some sort of feather cushions wonder how comfortable it is? Doesn’t have great reviews but great ideas.

[@EmilyFaith]

Good question! So far we LOVE the cozy cushions it came with. I read those same reviews myself and was worried but we really love these!

[@tinak6484]

Looks great! And what a great tip to order without covers! I do love that couch in the green velvet too though🥰

[@carolinagirl3110]

I just bought the chair in the olive green velvet and absolutely love it!.....have you ordered the Farlov yet?

[@meganpetersen2751]

So when you ordered your couch did you add two numbers to the cart? One says armrest frame 2 pack - $130 and the other says frame for sofa section $380??

[@EmilyFaith]

yes i did add 2 item numbers, its the arm rest and the frame. Best of luck!

[@nledesma10]

I love this video, such an expensive look but is a cheap alternative. Im happy I saw this video and instantly did the ikea hack! I drove all the way to Ikea in PA (I’m in NY) to get this sofa! But so so worth it. Thanks for putting me on 😉

[@christinepaje6636]

SO glad I ran into this video!! Thank you so much for sharing!

[@EmilyFaith]

You are so welcome! Hope it helps you find the right comfort works slip!

[@solacehealings]

Hello! Do you find that the slipcover shoes the imperfections of the cushions without another layer over the cushions? Like - dimples and such? Is it smooth? Thanks🙏

[@EmilyFaith]

Hi Solace! Nothing so far to be honest. They are holding up really nice with our boys running and jumping all over them. The main cushion slides over time and we adjust it but it doesn't show any imperfections thus far. We truly love them! Highly recommend comfort works.

[@deriddermanu]

Hi Emily, your video was exactly what i needed :) little question though and not sure you already mentioned it, but which style of slipcover did you choose because it seems there are two: minimalist and scandinavian? Thanks so much for your reply!

[@EmilyFaith]

I got the minimalist style💕

[@StephaneRamirez]

That slip cover fully transforms the couch. Love it!!

[@EmilyFaith]

Truly!!

[@interiorsbyashley5250]

Game changer!!! Thanks for sharing!!!

[@EmilyFaith]

You're welcome!! Hope it helps out!

[@mariannamiller738]

Awesome! And no, I didn’t know about the ikea hack! Thanks for the tip!!

[@EmilyFaith]

It’s a great tip to have! Wish I knew about it sooner haha

[@amandahagee4692]

This is amazing! Thanks so much for sharing this!!!! ❤️❤️❤️

[@norcaldata]

I love that sofa as well what a game changer! Thanks for the research!!

[@EmilyFaith]

You bet! Thanks for watching!

[@dominikaj.6381]

is this ikea hallarp beige?:)

[@MireyaR78]

I’ve wanted a bench seat couch for a while now too and am currently using a very firm IKEA sectional I’m not really loving. It’s not comfortable at all. I’m guessing this couch of yours is not a rock to sick on and actually a pleasure to lounge on yes? I’m excited to look into dealing out my stiff couch for a more comfy and beautiful looking one thanks to you.

[@empressche333]

The farlov is a bit on the firm side. If you want a bit less firm, go for the uppland.

[@MireyaR78]

@@empressche333 thank you for the recommendation. 😀

[@ruthwhite9868]

This is amazing! Thank you for sharing this hack

[@EmilyFaith]

You are so welcome!! Hope it helps you out. Thanks for watching

[@nancylopez4720]

Hi! I want to do exactly what you did. Just curious, do you still love your sofa? Anything you'd do differently if you could do it all again?

[@EmilyFaith]

I love it! Both the covers and the couch have held up in quality and comfort. We just washed our covers the other day and any little dirt spot came right out and now fits even better than before! Couch is really cozy as well. Deepish which we like. I recommend!

[@nancylopez4720]

@@EmilyFaith Thanks so much. I have pretty much hated my sofa since I first got it four years ago. It has also not held up well and is NOT comfortable. Can't wait to make this change.

[@jackieggarcia]

Love this soo much! Super informative and it turned out beautifully! Thank you for sharing! ☺️

[@pmcbrideCA]

This is FANTASTIC!!!!! Thank you for sharing!!

[@EmilyFaith]

Thank you for watching!

[@tracyw2]

great hack!! did not know this thank you!

[@EmilyFaith]

No problem!! Thank you for watching!

[@yvettemurray939]

Have you washed your slip cover yet? Did they retain there size or shrink. What is the slip cover policy if they shrink on you.?

[@EmilyFaith]

I haven't had to wash them yet but all that info would be on comfort works website and if not you could email them. They hold up really well so far. Couple water spills and it doesn't show! Thanks for watching!

[@meganpetersen2751]

Wow thanks so much for the info about buying the couches without the covers! So helpful! 🤯

[@EmilyFaith]

No problem!! I just learned about it as well! Enjoy and check out comfort works for a slip cover!

[@TDoug6]

I knew it but didn’t know how to do it. Thanks!

[@EmilyFaith]

I wish I had known sooner!

[@953orion]

Are the cushions down filled? They look like. love the cover so much, great choice mama!!!!

[@EmilyFaith]

Hi! I’m almost 100% sure they are not down filled. Most likely whatever ikea normally uses (foam). Very cozy tho surprisingly! The fabric helps make them that much softer as well.

[@953orion]

They fooled me! Haha, they have that high-end, overstuffed look like a down filled cushion! Amazing score! 💚

[@chanelegant]

Life changing - Thank you!!!

[@adevans20]

This video made my entire day!!!! Thank you for the tips and advice :)

[@EmilyFaith]

Glad I could help! Its such a useful tip!

[@krissykinsx]

I literally have the same couch with the green velvet… don’t love how linty it gets! What color/fabric is the slipcover you ordered? Love it! Also what other colors would you have chosen if it wasn’t for the linen natural color? Thanks!!!

[@EmilyFaith]

Hi there and thanks for watching! We picked pure linen natural and love love love it! My other closest choice was the “every day linen cream”, it is whiter and beautiful as well. Comfort chenille cream, performance weave cream are my other picks as well! Definitely send comfort works an email and they will for sure help you out with any questions you have! You will be over the moon with your new slip cover.

[@cad0420alice]

OMG thank you for this tip!

[@Mindfreedom8]

I can't thank you enough for having the kindness to share such an awesome tip/hack, that just shows how much of a selfless and good hearted person you are Thank you so very much🥰❤️

[@EmilyFaith]

Oh well thank you! Hopefully it helps a handful of people with their future ikea decisions.

[@Refiningfire444]

Love it! The couch looks beautiful ☺️

[@EmilyFaith]

Thank you! I agree!!!!

[@beverlynorris557]

I have the Farlov also. I ordered from BEMZ. Mine is linen too. I love it.

[@EmilyFaith]

Its so nice! We love it.

[@laura4061]

Genius! Thank you! It seemed such a waste to buy a sofa only to throw away the cover (or stash it in a cupboard forever) but I don't have to. Thank you :)

[@EmilyFaith]

Glad I could help! I feel the same way. Why get a cover you dont like never mind, never want to see lol Enjoy!

[@jessicaling1003]

This is so helpful, thank you!!

[@EmilyFaith]

You're so welcome! Thanks for watching!

[@NwadaStyling]

Wow this video was so helpful to me thank you so much for sharing 💗💗

[@EmilyFaith]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching!

[@susanvelez6534]

Emily the baby is darling ! I love the couch ! So exciting

[@sandracecelin4963]

Wow. Thanks for the information!

[@LogarAcc]

thank you so much! had no idea the cover itself was so expensive!

[@EmilyFaith]

It was a shock to me as well!

[@rainiedaz3465]

Love this! Thank you for sharing!

[@EmilyFaith]

You are so welcome!

[@pamelafox7677]

Amazing tip on getting the couch from ikea without the cover- thank you.

[@susanvelez6534]

I had no idea about the ikea couch thank you this is incredible news

[@sharonclarke8683]

OMG everyone will be getting covers, I did not kwow you could get a couch without covers though, thankyou for sharing💕

[@sailingcate1838]

Any of you know if there Is a comfort work kind of page for Europe! Cause the saving will go on delivery and time waiting. Thanks.

[@EmilyFaith]

Hi there! I would send them an email and they can assist you best from there! Thank you and i highly recommend them!

[@jackiebrown6577]

WOW! Its beautiful! Great tip! Never knew that. Thank you! ♥️

[@EmilyFaith]

You are so welcome! I wish I knew sooner!

[@christinestewart474]

First - your daughter is adorable. Second - that couch is soooo good! You've got a great aesthetic. All the best to you, in your new city and home.

[@EmilyFaith]

Thank you thank you! Such kind words. Happy new year and thanks for watching.

[@bajacowgirl3228]

I had no idea! That is an amazing Ikea hack!

[@EmilyFaith]

It’s truly a miracle. Haha

[@mamarubio9935]

Did I miss the cost breakdown? How much was the sofa? How much was the custom cover? Thanks

[@EmilyFaith]

Hi there! The sofa with no slip from ikea is around $450 and the comfort works slips that i got were $430 ish. Cheaper than the green slip in the video from ikea.

[@clsaloha1100]

Oh my gosh - you have the cutest baby! ☺️

[@DianaRodriguez-in1zs]

Wow, this is amazing! I was looking into buying the same set from IKEA but didn’t know which brand to choose for my cover. I love the one you picked out, which color did you get?!!

[@EmilyFaith]

Hi there!! Thank you, I picked the “pure linen natural” and they also have the “performance weave cream” and “comfort chenille cream”. All are really beautiful and soft. Send comfort works an email and they will help you out with any questions! Highly recommend!

[@DianaRodriguez-in1zs]

@@EmilyFaith Thank you so so so much!!💕

[@beebumble3248]

Where did you buy your glasses?

[@EmilyFaith]

They are from a place called Bailey Nelson

[@sarahmooremotherhoodlifest6625]

Woah! I’ve never heard this! You’re the best ❤️

[@EmilyFaith]

Oh good! I didn’t either. Opens up so many possibilities. Especially with comfort works

[@freetobe15]

Amazing advice! Thank you!

[@EmilyFaith]

You're so welcome! Hopefully it helped you and others! Thanks for watching.

[@AlegnaAjai]

that hack tho'...I have two of their sofas...will remember this next time!

[@EmilyFaith]

Yes! It's a game changer!

[@TheLilTNB]

Dang I just bought a new couch! I wish I knew about this company a few months ago but good to know now!

[@EmilyFaith]

If you bought it from ikea you do have 365 days to return it. They might exchange the slip by it self but you would have to contact them about that. Thanks for watching!

[@athena1841]

Is it made a bit bigger for shrinking? Does linen shrink at all?

[@theboykinlady2683]

Never fully dry Linen. It shrinks horribly. We dry, on low heat, to about 50% dry, then put covers on and allow to air dry, before placing cushions. This gives the material a slight bit of stretch and the extra bonus of no ironing! Of course, you have to pull wrinkles out and smooth fabric.

[@jonasvm]

what type of camera do you use?

[@EmilyFaith]

Hi there! I use a Sony a6400 with a 16mm sigma.

[@carmenponcedeleon2693]

🤯🤯🤯🤯🤯🤯🤯🤯 omg 🙏🏽 thank you for sharing this with us!

[@EmilyFaith]

My pleasure!! Hope it helps! Thanks for watching

[@candycandyissodandy]

Duuude your daughter is so adorable

[@EmilyFaith]

Aww thank you so much! We’re pretty obsessed with her 🥰

[@stacykelly9962]

This is awesome information! Your sofa is beautiful! ❤️❤️❤️

[@EmilyFaith]

Yes! It truly is. Thank you for watching!!

[@heathermacleod7068]

Wow. Definitely looking into this!!!

[@EmilyFaith]

It is well worth it! Totally happy with how it all turned out. The fact that the slips can transform an ikea couch like this is so neat.

[@staceyh2624]

Wow I just subscribed to your channel. Thanks so much for this IKEA hack 😃👍🏽✌️❤️

[@EmilyFaith]

Welcome!! Thanks for being here.