IKEA PAX CLOSET MAKEOVER

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In this video we redo our closet with Ikea PAX
We added LEDs, Crown, baseboards, and trimmed it all in for a custom look.
All plans are at the end of the video, although we did swap the wooden shelves to glass.
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[@xacresestate]

Quick update: The only part of the closet I own is where I left my utility knife, she has the rest 😂.

[@sarahslater2582]

what are the dimensions of the closet?

[@sophialx7531]

Don’t think anyone is surprised 😂

[@sophialx7531]

Probably not 😂 I also want to say that you have some serious skills ! 👍🏼

[@mntgardener9246]

Absolutely FABULOUS. By far my favorite closet. You have great taste. I hope to buy a home this summer. Your closet will be my inspiration. Thanks for taking the time to film and share your ideas.

[@xacresestate]

Thank you so much for the kind words! GL on the house hunt!🤞

[@threepurrs]

Beautifully done! Congratulations, it is professionally finished.

[@xacresestate]

Thank you ☺

[@OrangeismyNewGreen]

Well one, it looks amazing. I’m glad the supervisor approved 👍🏻😉

[@RajeshS-zw7be]

like it ..very nice ..

[@Harlow...]

Great inspiration! Looks fantastic!

[@xacresestate]

Thanks so much!

[@marisollopez-caldwell8137]

By far one of my favorite makeover, u guys did an amazing job 👏 👏 love the fabric idea, which makes it look more elegant. I would have covered the backing with fabric, but im sure someone commented. But truly beautiful 😍 tyfs u might have inspired me to do mine after home is built ❤❤ winter project 😂

[@xacresestate]

Thank you so much for the kind words! Would love to see yours when finished! Im sure it will turn out awesome!

[@sjerzgrl]

Wow! Fantastic!

[@xacresestate]

Thank you!

[@briankusch8825]

Great job, very inspirational

[@xacresestate]

Thanks!

[@solangeherault7038]

Wow stunning❤

[@xacresestate]

Thank you! 😊

[@kellyw6652]

Wow. This is Amazing! 👏

[@xacresestate]

Thank you!

[@stacyhoward5464]

Beautiful

[@martinezveralucia1582]

Gorgeous ❤

[@xacresestate]

Thank you! 😊

[@sandinewton1896]

I like the idea of customizing the back of the boxes for decor. I think I would have still used the proposed backing and wrapped it for a much more stable finish.

[@xacresestate]

Yep agree, something we noticed once we added the fabric was the lack of lateral support! We knew it was going to be screwed together so we didn't but in hindsight could have just added the backing for a little more support! Thanks!

[@t0107lb]

Nice job. How did you attach the cabinets to the base floor and to the back wall so that it’s fastened securely and won’t tip over?

[@xacresestate]

Thank you! Good question. This was harder to do since we swapped fabric in for the hard backing. It was different per side, However each side, once I secured the 4 cabinets together was pretty solid and don't think would tip on its own. However, both bases were glued to the 2x4 frames which were secured to the walls on the floor. The left side had a bulk head so I had glued and wedged a spare 1x5 piece of wood between the top of the cabinet and the bulk head. This ensured there was no way it could tip. I also added side spacers to stop the cabinet from swaying from side to side. This was also secured to the wall. The right side had no bulk head but I screwed and glued wood on top of the cabinet and secured it to the wall direct to the studs. Also added spacers to each side the cabinets to stop the side to side motion. You might be able to see some of that when I release the LED video I am working on. Thanks!

[@debraglenn3611]

You’ll did a great job! How did you install the lighting?

[@xacresestate]

Thank you! I have another video on the channel about it =]

[@ANGIEB52]

😍💖

[@ChronicallyIllandCrafty]

You did a great job, and the video was helpful, but I just installed a Pax system on one small wall of my closet that cost me $800. I think the “$1000 budget” in the picture for the video was a bit misleading since there is no way you did this all for that much. I would guess its more around the $2,000 range?

[@xacresestate]

Thank you! Yes you are correct :) I was going to blur out the budget costs but couldn't find a way to do it on canva. The bill at Ikea for us was around $2,200 CDN ($1600 USD) (This was also close to 2 years ago). However this included the wooden shelves that we eventually replaced with glass (more money). The cost also doesn't include things like; Handles, crown molding, baseboards, LED lights, the fabric backing, mirrors, chandelier (we reused) or all the trim work. Hope yours turned out awesome!

[@seftonjane]

Hello, what are the dimensions of the room? Specifically the width? Looks amazing, thank you.

[@xacresestate]

Thank you! The closet is 11.5' x 7'

[@user-js3xv1gv2u]

Great job! Can you tell me where you got your trim?

[@xacresestate]

Thank you! The crown and the baseboard was Lowes, everything else was Home Depot.

[@colleenfuller9236]

It’s gorgeous. I absolutely love what you did or is it she did?

[@xacresestate]

Thank you so much! She designed it all 🙂. I just got to play with my tools.🙃

[@melindahaiden]

What sizes did you buy the fabric in? I am buying some for ours and would like to make sure I buy enough lol

[@xacresestate]

Hiya, we used the flappy backing to get the fabric measurements. Standard fabric roll for us was 58" from our local fabric shop, just measured the height on the cabinet and added a couple inches for good measure and off cuts. we bought WAY more than we needed but can use them on pillows or something lol GL!

[@softbreeze941]

For real did you not put the original backing ti the cabinets and left it just with this canvas? I don't see any other diagonals either - this has to be the flimsiest closet ever made :O

[@xacresestate]

Yea I think the fabric might be more sturdy then the original backing from ikea lol. Once they were screwed together it was solid. I didn't show it in the video but was also glued and screwed to the side and back walls from top. Can see some of it in the LED video. Thanks

[@billmah2684]

Can you post what LED lights you purchased?

[@xacresestate]

Yes sir. I cut that portion out of the video as it was too long to make the original video, I will post another video with how I installed them.. but spoiler alert: they were the Govee white LED, 16.4ft dimmable 6500k Day light off Amazon. Had to buy 2 and soldered the 2 sections/halfs together. GL!

[@tiquanyoung832]

What size did you make the base for it to be flush.

[@xacresestate]

It was around 22-3/4" ish but I would recommend you build out one of your cabinets and test fit before securing the base and make adjustments before gluing and screwing. GL!

[@sowmyaharika]

Could you provide a link to the chandlier you got for the closet ?

[@xacresestate]

Hi, It was actually upcycled and refinished, wasnt purchased new!

[@debraglenn3611]

Really gorgeous what’s the height of the closet?

[@xacresestate]

Ty! 8 foot 3 inches to the top of the crown, the room itself has 9 foot ceilings.

[@TheFakeyCakeMaker]

Did you not put doors on? Those lights would look great behind the glass doors.

[@xacresestate]

Doors would be awesome! but the space is too narrow for doors, maybe next house !

[@RanjeetRajanala]

Amazing Job, What is the length and width of your closet?

[@xacresestate]

Thank you! The closet is 11.5 x 7' 9' ceilings

[@debraglenn3611]

I, love your closet. What’s the height?

[@xacresestate]

@@debraglenn3611 The finished heigh for out closet with the elevated baseboard and crown was 99" (8 foot 3 inches). Thank you for the kind words!

[@sowmyaharika]

hi , i want to do it but would need some help . Its a good DIY . Would you suggest doing this at a home and you think pax would last for a long time ? How can i reach you for more questions ?

[@xacresestate]

Hi, You can always send me an email and I can answer any questions you may have, I would say at minimum you need to own / be comfortable with a drill, miter saw & nail gun! You can do it!

[@sowmyaharika]

how many inches was the closet was it 29 inches or 39 ? ans the depth was 22 inches ? please give me your email to reach out

[@Angel-dn7sf]

Looks beautiful!I have a similar closet space. Can I please borrow you to redo mine? 😊

[@xacresestate]

Haha. Sure, no problem! 🤣😂 Thank you for the kind words. GL on yours!

[@rahulchittoory7495]

What is the dimensions of the cabinets?

[@xacresestate]

Hi, The large ones are 100cm, the smaller ones are 75cm.

[@lindaleejones2330]

Great video but sound is too low.

[@xacresestate]

Thank you so much. I had that fluffy thing on my mic, maybe that didn't help! Will remove it next time!

[@lindaleejones2330]

It is most likely from the volume, the fluffy thing usually works. Who knows? LOL@@xacresestate