IKEA HACK! How to make a cheap DIY outdoor sofa lounge | Restoration Hardware & West Elm Inspired

[@Simphome]

Perfect layout with greenery and lighting. Best place to relax after a tiring day.

[@NicoleHerrickDIY]

Thanks so much. It’s definitely a nice place to relax.

[@positronicfeed]

I am insanely jealous of people who can just make things. Well done.

[@NicoleHerrickDIY]

Anyone can do it, you just have to watch a few videos on you tube and give it a go.

[@MzClementine]

Oh this reminds me of my mom. There wasn't anything that she couldn't make or do. She would look at something, and say oh my gosh I can do this with that. And then do it. She was so smart. Her ability of spatial visual and being able to take something that I could look at and immediately make something in her head and then bring it into fruition. What a beautiful thing. I miss her so. With that said. She's still inspires me on a daily basis. Especially whenever I want something. Remembering her helps me think outside of the box. Not all has lost when we lose someone. They live on throughout our thoughts and our actions. I love you Mom. I hope I make you proud. I always ask what would my mom do? And then I get to it. Haha 😆 Beautiful work. I ordered that jig about 7 years ago. My husband's like are you serious I said you better believe it. 🤣🙌🏼

[@NicoleHerrickDIY]

What beautiful words. My mum is the same as your mum, she can make it fix anything! I’m so lucky to still have her. I don’t know how I will cope when she leaves this world one day. She is my best friend. Cheers to mums who guide us through life. 🌺

[@middleagednmarvelous]

The best video of making out door furniture. Love it!

[@NicoleHerrickDIY]

Thanks so much!

[@ladyhill9744]

Well I'll be dipped...I have a futon frame I was trying to figure out how to make a couch out of for my living room...❤ thank you!!

[@NicoleHerrickDIY]

You could easily pad the arms with foam and cover those as well. I’d make a lightweight box frame for the arms if I was doing an indoor lounge. The sleeper arms I did are SUPER heavy.

[@behuman5725]

I was searching up budget patio furniture and came upon your video. You did a fabulous job and thanks for sharing.

[@NicoleHerrickDIY]

Thank you so much!

[@misterutube7055]

GENIUS!!! Wife and I just spoke about selling our old IKEA beddinge sofa bed for cheap. Will definitely give this a go.

[@NicoleHerrickDIY]

Awesome! I’d love to see it when you’re done! I’m on all the socials as NicoleHerrickDIY if you feel like tagging :)

[@SeetalMD]

ok what ! youtube creator recommended your video to watch for its DIY and the fact that we are all in australia! and man im i soooo glad they did! this is so awesome. the fact that you combined the ikea frame with sleeper logs OMG!! the sleeper longs are the cheapest i can find in bunnings and i love them but i always thought they needed like to be put through a planner. but sanding for hours seems a cheaper option for sure. love this woman!!!

[@NicoleHerrickDIY]

Thank you!

[@elifok7640]

This is so great. I really dont understand why people only have tables and chairs in their backyard. Great job.

[@NicoleHerrickDIY]

Thank you!

[@sherrytee2962]

Genius to reuse the futon section!!!!!

[@NicoleHerrickDIY]

❤️

[@JudiChristopher]

I love this Video.. I love that you did a Voice over and talked in detail... making the video go faster... but so Professional. Thank YOU so much for sharing this great video. It turned out so Beautiful.

[@NicoleHerrickDIY]

Aww thanks so much!

[@sarahstrong7174]

Your garden looks great now.

[@designdoctor247]

Finally utube recommended something I love!!!

[@NicoleHerrickDIY]

Aww thank you :)

[@coachBux]

love this idea! - the hunt for old ikea furniture is on ;)

[@lowercentenary]

Brilliant skills man...I mean lady. Well done!

[@NicoleHerrickDIY]

Haha thank you!

[@petraschmitz6267]

HI FROM Germany .... well done it looks amazing. You doing a great work. Have a lovely day

[@NicoleHerrickDIY]

Vielen Dank Petra!

[@MV-ms7ms]

Absolutely amazing. You should do it as a living

[@NicoleHerrickDIY]

Thank you so much.

[@adamfry8171]

Totally and completely utterly AWESOME !!!!!! Looks incredible

[@NicoleHerrickDIY]

Thanks so much!

[@naturalista1017]

This is a great idea… thinking of redesigning my indoor lounge sofa… I particularly love the wooden arms..

[@NicoleHerrickDIY]

Thank you.

[@steevadams1750]

You are SO clever!!!! Well done!!

[@NicoleHerrickDIY]

Thanks so much

[@lianemadden4019]

Sooo nice and it is all your creation. That is what makes it that much nicer☺

[@NicoleHerrickDIY]

Thank you so much! Yes I love that I made it, even if it wasn’t from scratch :)

[@SuchaCaligrrl]

Girl you are a bad ass!!! 🤩😍. I like that you actually made the cushions yourself, the piping gave it that custom... luxe...touch. Yes, they can be bought for less expensive, but you get what you pay for... is what I believe in. And the inexpensive ones are thin and just not comfortable, yours looks good enough to sleep on.

[@NicoleHerrickDIY]

Thank you so much lovely!

[@traceygleghorn3163]

Nicole this is stunning clever girl. Thanks for the inspiration.

[@NicoleHerrickDIY]

You’re so welcome!

[@Bee-ly4gx]

I think it is amazing. So talented and most likely better than the expensive stuff, love it.

[@NicoleHerrickDIY]

Thank you so much!

[@javednasrati2692]

Wow. Just wow. Amazing creativity

[@NicoleHerrickDIY]

Thanks so much!

[@lisajones1036]

Wow fantastic, and very creative. Love it !

[@NicoleHerrickDIY]

Thank you so much ☺️

[@enyceofnyc]

Super impressive. Looks great.

[@NicoleHerrickDIY]

Thanks so much

[@vee7490]

You killed this!! Great job

[@NicoleHerrickDIY]

Thank you 💪

[@soulsurfer5531]

Thanks Nicole! Great solution!

[@NicoleHerrickDIY]

You’re very welcome

[@debbietaylor8745]

WOW you did a fantastic job

[@NicoleHerrickDIY]

Thank you so much!

[@p8triot394]

Watching in the morning as i am in UK

[@FantasticCraptacular]

Genius! I’m definitely doing this once I finish my raised patio. Just watch out that the IKEA frame doesn’t rust out on you. Maybe a coat of Hammerite will help.

[@NicoleHerrickDIY]

Agreed! Keeping an eye on it and will check out hammerite, thank you!

[@daanxbox360]

@@NicoleHerrickDIY do you have any updates on how this holds in the rain? I'm worried it's going to rust when rain water gets inside the frame. And maybe create rust stains on the cushions.

[@NicoleHerrickDIY]

@@daanxbox360 hi, no rust so far after 1 year. I did have some mould on the cushions though and found that the fabric wasn’t very waterproof. Some mould also gathered on the timber slats so I’ve sanded those back and painted with a waterproof primer. I’ve washed the covers and sprayed with a silicone water proofer then wrapped the inner cushions in plastic drop sheets to stop any water that will probably still get through. I honk next year I might remake the cushion covers in regular upholstery fabric, spray my own waterproofing on top but nothing bottom so water can escape out the bottom easily. Hope that helps!

[@NicoleHerrickDIY]

@@daanxbox360 oh and also the arms are still waterproof, the coffee table needs a fresh coat of stain though. I think every 18 - 24 months the arms will need a recoat.

[@kalenaservices]

Awesome job Nicole... love the chunkiness and the choice of stain colour. You turned a corner in the yard into a chillout space.

[@Myview_Aravind]

Very good one. You have got great skills.

[@NicoleHerrickDIY]

Thanks so much

[@diyforknuckleheads]

Hi Nicole....seriously good idea re using the old ikea frame...turned out awesome 👍😁🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺

[@ArtisticCrusade]

I like the idea, but I have doubts about how is working this ikea frame in outside with rain and cold.

[@Hamlet2369]

Dooner always sounds better than duvet! Good work btw

[@NicoleHerrickDIY]

Thank you.

[@kristinagacesa8085]

Such creativity and talent! ❤️

[@NicoleHerrickDIY]

Thanks so much :)

[@acreativewander2782]

Absolutely beautiful!

[@NicoleHerrickDIY]

Thanks so much

[@sarahstrong7174]

Very impressed by your skills. Great.

[@NicoleHerrickDIY]

Thanks so much

[@TheRandomVaper]

Nice idea with the Ikea futon frame. I would be somewhat worried about the frame starting rust fairly quick in the weather though.

[@NicoleHerrickDIY]

It’s been outside for about 18 months now, no rust at all. I did need to paint the timber slats with a waterproof primer though to stop them from moulding.

[@TheRandomVaper]

@@NicoleHerrickDIY Yeah I realised after I wrote my comment that the frame will likely be aluminum and wont rust.

[@andrewmorke]

I love the way you ground off the protruding steel.

[@NicoleHerrickDIY]

So much fun using a grinder!

[@terri3781]

Excellent job.

[@NicoleHerrickDIY]

Thanks so much

[@JB-lr1tf]

Go girl your killing it lol I love it great idea x

[@NicoleHerrickDIY]

Thanks so much!

[@deniseanderson2959]

BRAVO! BRAVO!! BRAVO!!! I absolutely love what you have created. Amazing job! Thanks for sharing and one day soon I'll get the nerve to try this 😉.

[@NicoleHerrickDIY]

Thank you so much

[@raffygila7188]

I’m coming for a coffee.you did a great job!

[@NicoleHerrickDIY]

Thank you! Coffees in the backyard are so relaxing now.

[@riannatripp6594]

Fricking awesome job

[@NicoleHerrickDIY]

Thank you so much :)

[@booshallmighty]

Looks amazing. Far better than the shop bought stuff. I'm going to do a similar thing

[@NicoleHerrickDIY]

Thank you 🙏

[@markshaz8691]

Well bloody done.

[@NicoleHerrickDIY]

Thank you :)

[@shalashaska615]

I like this and I’m inspired and I don’t want to throw any shade but if you think this is a cheap way to build an outdoor sofa just remember that the tools cost money too.

[@NicoleHerrickDIY]

They sure do, but who said you have to use expensive power tools? A hand saw, sandpaper, handle drill, needle and cotton all don’t cost much. I don’t buy power tools as single use items, I invest in equipment that I use to save myself thousands of dollars every year. I also make money with my power tools. Also, do you include the cost of the oven in a loaf of bread?

[@saby8765]

Pretty good!

[@NicoleHerrickDIY]

Thank you :)

[@FixitFingers]

We are West Elm fans... but geez we wait until they are on special. Congrats on the viral video Nic!

[@NicoleHerrickDIY]

Thanks James. Yes absolutely, never pay full price!

[@SpliFFFFFFF]

I'm new to this page. I just kinda stumbled upon it, and man, let me tell you, i am impressed!! Very well done and such a great idea/hack to save some loot. Instant follow. Looking forward to seeing other videos

[@NicoleHerrickDIY]

Aww what a great comment to read. Thanks so much!

[@jeanewatsonjones1664]

Wow! This is lovely!

[@NicoleHerrickDIY]

Thanks so much!

[@spunNstitched]

First time seeing your channel and this was AMAZING!!!! Well done

[@kasia236]

Great work! 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

[@NicoleHerrickDIY]

Thanks so much

[@kasia236]

@@NicoleHerrickDIY Can you tell me what size the wood has?

[@NicoleHerrickDIY]

@@kasia236 sure it was 75x200mm and I bought 2x 2.4m lengths

[@carmenponcedeleon2693]

Wow this is a beautiful sofa! Awesome work!

[@NicoleHerrickDIY]

Thank you :)

[@cass77788]

You can buy huge pillows for the furniture at goodwill which are also sanitized , I sew my own pillowcases for $3 per pillow, just buy fabric at HL most the time it's 30% off

[@NicoleHerrickDIY]

It would be great if we had that at our second hand stores in Australia. The fabric at our fabric stores is 50% off most of the time but their outdoor fabric isn’t good quality. I need to remake these as the fabric didn’t last very long. Going to use Sunbrella this time.

[@mikeh6605]

Awesome job

[@NicoleHerrickDIY]

Thank you!

[@kaikruner6971]

Brilliant and looks awesome. The only inconvenience i see is the sreel frame what will rust in couple of monts and stain the wood aswell... better to use in an covered terrace. Or cover it everytime it is not in use. But i like it and very cheap

[@Drumminsince89]

You had me at "dinosaur skin" and "sponge cake" :-) Hahahaha nicely done.

[@NicoleHerrickDIY]

Haha thank you!

[@Tes_1]

That's a brilliant idea

[@NicoleHerrickDIY]

Thank you

[@Datalore74]

Good work

[@NicoleHerrickDIY]

Thanks so much

[@BishwaAnand]

Greetings from Fiji! Wow this looks amazing. I will try to make one for my family.

[@GREEDxAXED]

This is really cool! Only question I have is futons tend to get squeaky over time. How does sound after all the years?

[@NicoleHerrickDIY]

@@GREEDxAXED thank you so much! This one has timber flex strats so it doesn’t squeak at all :)

[@josevelez7539]

Looks great!

[@NicoleHerrickDIY]

Thanks so much

[@virulence]

It looks fantastic!

[@NicoleHerrickDIY]

Thank you 😊

[@margueritaharris-p2p]

Clever gal nice work. Looks great

[@ninaelsbethgustavsen2131]

Hello from Scandinavia ! GREAT JOB !!! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (Even IKEA does recyceling now. They collect used IKEA furniture, give them a lick of paint or something, and resell them). All my furniture is second hand, but one item... An IKEA "Billy" bookshelf from the 80's ! 📚 😄 Stay safe and well. Love from Norway 💖

[@snipewa4]

Wow very nice work! Turned out great and I love the use of thicker material for the arms. The use of the old frame is brilliant. You’ve got me inspired to have a go at doing the same. Thanks!

[@NicoleHerrickDIY]

Thanks so much. I would love to see your project when you’re done! Tag me on insta of Facebook :)

[@Estatesales411]

I'm doing this tomorrow

[@NicoleHerrickDIY]

Excellent! I’d love you to send me a photo. I’m on Insta, Facebook and tiktok.

[@jppith]

Smart thinking! Looks great

[@NicoleHerrickDIY]

Thanks so much!

[@Phantombucketmouse]

Informative AND hilarious.

[@NicoleHerrickDIY]

Thanks so much ;)

[@bzflote]

Stunning!

[@NicoleHerrickDIY]

Thank you so much ☺️

[@johnmatallana8106]

Awesome idea! you made it look like a million bucks

[@NicoleHerrickDIY]

Thanks so much!

[@mallymakings2853]

That’s genius! Who’d have thought an Ikea futon could make comfortable garden seating. I particularly like the chunky wood. Looks built to last. Great video. Thank You for sharing. I’m subscribing. xxx

[@NicoleHerrickDIY]

Thanks so much lovely!

[@Karina_Engr]

You’re so cute. Thanks for the humor in your video, and the tutorial of course. 😉

[@NicoleHerrickDIY]

Thank you :)

[@WrightFarmhouse]

So creative! The cushions look comfy too!

[@NicoleHerrickDIY]

Thank you! That was the pre-requisite, super comfy!

[@danielhumphry4536]

This is a great idea! How is it holding up? My only concern is that the frame would rust / the slats may fail exposed to the elements? Looks fantastic though.

[@NicoleHerrickDIY]

I need to go back and sand the slats and reseal with an outdoor sealer as they are getting a little mouldy. The frame is fine so far. I also need to spray the fabric with some waterproofing as it’s not 100% waterproof like it said. A few cans of marine waterproof spray from the auto store is what I’m going to use for the fabric. The colour still looks great through. Doesn’t look dirty at all. So glad I went with beige. And the legs and frame look great.

[@danielhumphry4536]

Great - thanks for the tip. I’ve just purchased two second hand sofa frames - hopefully they come out as good as yours!

[@NicoleHerrickDIY]

@@danielhumphry4536 awesome!!! I would love to see a photo when you’re done! I’m in insta and Facebook as Nicole Herrick DIY

[@bayona3001]

You are a genius !!!

[@NicoleHerrickDIY]

Thank you 🤓

[@HeatherMoxieDIYed]

This looks amazing! 😍 I love the idea of reusing an IKEA futon frame. I’ve seen similar outdoor sofas, but I always worry it would deteriorate over time since we don’t have a patio cover. Great idea!

[@NicoleHerrickDIY]

Thank you :). I did actually also purchase a waterproof outdoor cover from eBay that was around $30 but we haven’t had to use it yet. It has a draw string around the bottom so you can secure it.

[@vicerrizo9932]

yeah, realy look very good

[@tisferry8205]

Great idea and not too complicated to diy. Love it.

[@NicoleHerrickDIY]

Thank you

[@buiminhmusic2935]

You so skill and creative person, good job

[@eugenevanwyk8315]

This look amazing!!

[@NicoleHerrickDIY]

Thanks so much

[@halifaxeh]

Wow, you’re awesome! Looks great!

[@NicoleHerrickDIY]

Thanks so much

[@martyjames6204]

cool - love the creativity. How is it bearing up to the weather (storms etc?). I assume you bring the cushions in during bad weather? Does the stain come off on the cushions? Many thanks!

[@NicoleHerrickDIY]

Thank you. Yes we just put the decorative cushions out when we are sitting out there. The fabric I used wasn’t the best. I’m going to remake the box cushion covers with Sunbrella fabric as it’s much better rated. Stains came off fairly easily but it got brittle within 2 years and ripped everywhere.

[@robertgadson]

Great video straight forward and informative ty.

[@NicoleHerrickDIY]

You’re very welcome

[@harshadsonaje]

Very very good work and idea 👍

[@NicoleHerrickDIY]

Thanks so much

[@ShanaAlversonFitness]

Brilliant! 🙌

[@NicoleHerrickDIY]

Thanks so much Shana

[@allanahbriscoe3503]

Looks fabulous x

[@NicoleHerrickDIY]

Thanks so much

[@CraftingwithCass]

Awesome futon transformation hack and I love the style of it!!❤

[@NicoleHerrickDIY]

Thank you so much!

[@msoda8516]

So cute

[@NicoleHerrickDIY]

Thank you

[@4444ellie]

All comes together really well 💜

[@NicoleHerrickDIY]

Thank you so much

[@margaretroberts8222]

Fantastic vid. 🌹

[@NicoleHerrickDIY]

Thanks so much

[@LMK1942]

Beautifully done!!!!!!

[@timwegman5776]

Very nice

[@NicoleHerrickDIY]

Thank you

[@AnalystAndy]

Wow. Very resourceful.

[@NicoleHerrickDIY]

Thank you :)

[@daniellaiona2735]

This is fuggin genius

[@maxarcher]

Wow looks great, I just bought the wood to do another design that I found on KZbin but I like your design better and so easy thank you

[@NicoleHerrickDIY]

Thank you and you’re welcome. I would love to see what you make.

[@mazk5976]

You're amazing and have inspired me xx

[@sh0t0kan]

Thats an awesome hack