IKEA HACK Malm Dresser (older model)

I bought this Malm Dresser back in 2011-2012, and at first it was great. No issues, no problems, worked with the color scheme, etc... However, after a few years, I started to hate it. It still functioned properly, but I no longer liked the color and overall look. Insert me "Ikea Hacking" this by adding legs, a coat of paint, and new drawer "knobs". Voila, this dresser came out with a fresh new look to match the Guest Bedroom perfectly.
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[@jjmccleary]

Thanks for walking through all the steps .. I learned a couple new techniques watching this! It looks great, especially with everything else you’ve done in that room.

[@shellycb3973]

Great video! Looove the 'knobs'! Thanks for the inspiration 😊

[@xtjoy]

You’re so very welcome and also thank you very much 🖤🖤🖤

[@CrudeButEfficient]

Nicely done! Clever trick with the wrapping paper, another reason to buy it at low price off season!

[@xtjoy]

I realized I actually got it for .25 and not .50. It was 2 weeks after Christmas at a grocery store clearance bin haha!

[@CrudeButEfficient]

@@xtjoy Even better! I usually stock up on wrapping paper after the season for the coming year - can't remember when I last paid full price... 😁

[@gabrielraphael8084]

So cool! I am very impressed by that. I have no idea how to do any of this diy stuff, but hoping to get started slowly with something super easy. we'll see.

[@xtjoy]

Thank you so much! It felt overwhelming at times and I stopped a lot anytime a next step seemed too difficult. However, seeing the after product was so satisfying :)

[@gabrielraphael8084]

@@xtjoy yes, so much improved from the original! keep up the good work. I will be interested in future videos.

[@briemills9209]

Well, since it's for your own home, I think it's pretty unique. Not a fan of the color though.

[@HomieJohn97]

What is the size of that tv ?

[@xtjoy]

It’s a 55”

[@HomieJohn97]

Thx for the reply. Do you ever felt like the dresser has ever tilted toward with the tv on top?

[@xtjoy]

@@HomieJohn97 nope. It’s only ever tilted forward when all the drawers were out, however, IKEA has braces you attach the wall and dresser together to because of that safety issue.