IKEA PAX HACK - NEW - My Fitted Wardrobe DIY Guide - Watch Before U Book A Carpenter Closet Hacks ⭐️

[@thedesertsubmarine]

As an IKEA ex employee who designed hundreds of Pax wordrobe designs for clients,this makes me happy to watch

[@kirstygriffiths749]

Thanks so much 🙏 IKEA Pax is just the best.

[@n.hunter6666]

Not my video! But i felt some kind of SPECIAL in you saying that!

[@nabilaa1559]

Could you help me with an office ?

[@andyjames8612]

I’m a carpenter of 40 years and I specialise in making and fitting wardrobes and cabinets. For someone that’s not a qualified carpenter, that’s not a bad job you’ve done there. Excellent choice using CLS timber as a base, it’s exactly what I use as it’s usually very straight and stable. The only thing I would say is I didn’t see you level your base and you then ran into trouble trying to level your doors. If you spend time getting the base dead level using various size packers and secure it to the floor with glue blocks or brackets you’ll save yourself hassle further down the line. Other than that, nice job Kirsty

[@kirstygriffiths749]

Thank you. Yes, 100% agree with your advice about the base. I’m about to do another pax 🙏 but, with an open side. Fingers crossed I can pull it off.

[@EdgarAllanJo]

Wow, you are such an incredibly talented lady, Kirsty! 🩷

[@kirstygriffiths749]

Oh thank you!

[@BigFishEnergy]

Excellent Video. PSA for fellow DIY'ers - Not 100% specific to this video but, If you anchor them together to tightly laterally your doors may 'warp' a few millimeters and not fit after painting and such. If this helps one person I have done my good work for the year. I spent probably 30 hours solving this - I went down rabbit holes of video saying my hinges were not adjusted correctly or the paint was to thick in some spots. I was certain I was adjusting correctly and paint wasn't the issue but I kept being told to re-approach it. I would take a few day break to ease frustration and re-try. So when I overtightened. Visibly it may look fine, but it may drive you mad, and after adjust hinges multiple times the hinges will shift very very slightly when opening and closing doors. I made this mistake by anchoring to tightly to each other into the 2x4s that run vertically. I also toggle bolted the side walls so that further warped them. It wasn't visible and wouldn't be measurable with a tape measurer by a lay-person (me when it comes to carpentry). My path of lease resistance was to cut 1/8 or less off one door of each pair of cabinets and adjust. With 3 seems (left middle and right) on each cabinet you can't see it. I PROBABLY could have unscrewed the fasteners connecting the cabinets side to side, but I was concerned the cabinets may retain their warped shape. Also if you have glass inserts in the doors don't use printer paper in the gap to mask, its a nightmare to get out. A video like this is phenomenal and if someone wants to try this based on the 10 second reel or short consult this first. TLDR; tighten just enough to be effective when anchoring or attaching cabinets laterally so they don't warp and prevent doors from closing. Hand tighten and not impact driver.

[@ESaddler]

1/8 of an inch?

[@pamsauder668]

David Leonard

[@mcanultymichelle]

Wow mind blowing.That’s got to be the best IKEA hack I’ve ever seen.Bravo 👏🏻

[@wtfkristyn]

I truly look forward to your informative videos! Having never picked up a power tool aside from an electric screwdriver you give me confidence! More confidence than my boyfriend has in me when i tell him i want to build about 3 sets of these 😂❤️

[@kirstygriffiths749]

Fantastic ! Thank you. You can do it! If I can…. Anyone can

[@King.of.wishful.thinking]

Great project. Love the base you stand them on. A lot of kitchens in USA are built like that. I would of levelled the wood base first it would of saved messing with the whole thing

[@kimbawilliams1026]

OMG Kirsty!!!! You GOT skills ♥.. These are gorgeous!! I applaud you. So glad I found you.

[@kirstygriffiths749]

Thank you so much 😊 🙏

[@andreamanning3297]

Genuinely very clever.👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼. You made it look easy, I also think they look incredibly expensive. Well done you.

[@kirstygriffiths749]

Thank you so much 😊

[@pfnnewmedia]

brilliant 🎉

[@VincentDenise]

Hi Kirsty, the result is gorgeous! Well done! Thanks for this video 🙌

[@kirstygriffiths749]

Thanks for watching ❤️

[@62retrac]

So impressed with what you have done here! True you are not a carpenter or joiner! And I'm sure there is an abundance of do's and don'ts but above all you did it and in your own way with learning curves along the way! But well done you! If I were to say anything it would be keep on doing what you are doing but treat yourself to a couple of plastic saw horses with a big piece of osb to sit your drop saw on! 👍💪

[@BelleWhittington]

Hello from Texas! I'm currently planning a whole-house remodel. I've often thought I would like to install a line of closets in my bedroom. I don't know how YT knew to recommend your video, but I'm glad it did. These are gorgeous! I think I will try installing something similar! Thank you for the video!

[@Wanderedinto]

Those doors are gorgeous, wow it was a ton of work and in the end just beautiful

[@kirstygriffiths749]

Thanks. It was worth it ❤️

[@corticoqueen639]

loved your project. you did a wonderful job ! Thank you for inspiring women to take on more jobs that are traditionally done by men. This just shows WE can do this! lol

[@kirstygriffiths749]

Thank you so much. I could honestly do a full video on all the comments I get from men saying ‘ I think it’s time your husband took your tools away ‘ or ‘ this is the worst DIY video I’ve ever seen’ it’s astonishing 😂 but I thank all the little men for the engagement 🙏😜

[@nancychestnut8928]

Yes we can!

[@cherigreen4471]

You did a fabulous job and don’t let anyone tell you otherwise! I loved all problem solving as well. Great job! ❤😊🤗🇺🇸

[@TheConservativeHippie]

I bought an old house and have this closet "space" and this is exactly what I needed to watch. Thank you.

[@kirstygriffiths749]

My pleasure ❤️

[@leslievalenciano-lopez8887]

Turned out beautifully!!!

[@kirstygriffiths749]

Thank you. Very pleased with these wardrobes

[@tremudy]

4yrs on, still very helpful and nice calming music to help you through assembly

[@kirstygriffiths749]

Thank you 🙏

[@V-zj5el]

I'm a perfect beginner (not even have an electric screwdriver now) and your video convinced me that I can do it too! Thank you so much for sharing!

[@kirstygriffiths749]

Amazing !! You can do it

[@Baby_Locs]

I love these! I’m glad that you showed us how to hack our ikea furniture❤

[@kirstygriffiths749]

Thanks 🙏

[@PumpkinHead440]

Wow so amazing. Doesn’t look like an ordinary DIY’er. Few people just have the gift and don’t even know it until they try.

[@T1000-e7s]

Good job, one little tip when building your base make sure its level, if not raise and level where needed that way when you add your pax wadrobes they will also be level which would save you the trouble of leveling the wardrobes individually as you had.

[@beroubach]

I learned how to setup the base, the type of wood to use, and much more. thank you so much!

[@kirstygriffiths749]

My pleasure ❤️

[@loriford7037]

Lovely, lovely job!!!! Was thinking about doing something like this for a future job in a home that doesn't have closets & just didn't quite know how to hack. Beautiful & thank you ever so much for your generous links & share of the plans, etc. 😇

[@kevdoran9918]

They are great, if only I had your skill and patience I could do that.

[@womensintuition]

Very proud of you and your cabinet wardrobes. That was a huge project and so well done. Bravo 👏

[@kirstygriffiths749]

Thank you so much

[@lucwillemsens1901]

Well done! It’s a great job and a lot of courage to do it properly.😊

[@MrCabimero]

I really admire your skills! Well done.

[@kirstygriffiths749]

Thank you 😊

[@LukeChandlerDesign]

Really useful video, thanks for showing all the different tools and materials you used! It was nice to find a video of a realistic diy project (not using a giant table saw in a huge workshed). With a very professional and classy result

[@designdoctor247]

praying i can do this ...u made it look do able...thank u for showing each step

[@kirstygriffiths749]

You can do it!

[@paulalusk5586]

You did a beautiful job on these wardrobes. Thank you for sharing.

[@kirstygriffiths749]

Thank you. That’s for watching ❤️

[@marclopez9492]

Mind blowing! You did such a great job!

[@kirstygriffiths749]

Thank you so much ☺️

[@janice5309]

i’m so impressed by your skills. it looks so beautiful. would never guess they’re ikea. ❤️

[@kirstygriffiths749]

Thank you so much. ❤️

[@Godswillmpofu]

Very gifted lady, your techniques are superhuman, very well spoken... From South Africa Johburg 🇿🇦

[@stephenevans5851]

These look great! This was a really clear and nicely done video, I was looking for fitted wardrobes but having watched this, think I'll do this as well. Thanks!

[@evalenamarieactress]

You have such a lovely voice to listen to.

[@kirstygriffiths749]

Thank you ❤️🇬🇧

[@tonibaena7046]

Hello Kirsty! I have just discovered you, & I am so glad! Your closets are absolutely stunning! What a magnificent job you did! Thanks for sharing it! 🤗🤗😉😉😘

[@kirstygriffiths749]

Thank you so much ! And thanks for the view ❤️

[@deborahlee1072]

Brilliant work! As I don’t have the skills or the perseverance that you possess I probably would have matched the doors to the white on the first cupboard and applied a white oak veneer to their backs.

[@lauraheal4107]

You are amazing and will be checking in on more. thanks a bunch.

[@kirstygriffiths749]

Thanks 🙏 I’ve got lots more to come.

[@vidatwynham2482]

Beautiful hardware too 😍 nicely done 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@kirstygriffiths749]

Thank you 🙏

[@redbhdfw104]

Such a lovely and inspiring video! You're a hard worker and it pays off!

[@kirstygriffiths749]

Thank you 🙏

[@mcanultymichelle]

Liquid nails is the name of that glue in the USA

[@deenawhite4998]

Beautiful!!! Well Done!!!

[@kirstygriffiths749]

Thank you 🙏

[@CrIMiN8l]

This turned out amazing..

[@kirstygriffiths749]

Thank you 🙏

[@carmengomez-munoz4723]

I am very impressed with such a fine job !!! Congratulations!

[@lindacurtis7751]

Well done and so impressed!

[@nicolafazio674]

What a transformation very talented lady.

[@patriciacushing7448]

Hello Kristy, I just discovered your channel. OMGoodness your bedroom closets are stunning ❤ I am just starting my home remodelling project. I was looking for ideas and so very glad I found you. I’m just starting my planning for our spare bedroom, I figured I could make my learning curve mistakes there before I do our master bedroom. lol. I’m in Canada and obviously have to source out products. Thank you showing the sides of your mouldings to give us an idea of what to look for. I’m off now to look through your other videos. 😊 ❤😊

[@kirstygriffiths749]

Oh thanks so much. Please let me know how you get on !

[@patriciacushing7448]

@@kirstygriffiths749 I definitely will. I have 6 months to plan as it is just the start of winter here. I have a small poorly set up workspace in the garage. However with no heating out there I will not be starting until spring. I will definitely send you pictures once I’m done. 😉

[@JohnEason-b2o]

Excellent. Great job looks coustom made .

[@kirstygriffiths749]

Thanks 🙏

[@alisawashington7872]

This is awesome! Thanks for sharing. ❤

[@kirstygriffiths749]

My pleasure

[@Syedfrizvi]

Absolutely inspirational! Going to use your video as instructions to make mine!

[@kirstygriffiths749]

Glad it was helpful. New Pax video next week ❤️

[@catherinemisa8030]

Wow, very inspiring my lady. Well done, I am hoping to buy a pax wardrobe this summer. Love your video ❤️

[@kirstygriffiths749]

Glad you enjoyed it ❤️

[@kingiffy5024]

Wow well done that's brilliant... very nice informative video you have inspired me to give this a go .. 😊

[@kirstygriffiths749]

Fantastic to hear 👌❤️

[@MsSassyMT]

For you to not be a professional, this is absolutely stunning. Well done!

[@kirstygriffiths749]

Thank you so much ! Very much not a pro ! Ikea Pax is fab to work with.

[@farmervee_yt]

Wow! This is gorgeous. Thank you so much for the idea. I'm glad I found your channel.

[@kirstygriffiths749]

Welcome!

[@cathyhg8282]

This video is truly amazing 😍 I love, love, love this video, and the colour you chose for the wardrobes. You are incredibly talented. Few people have the patience you have, and I bet many would love to have the stamina you have. You are transforming your home into a dream home. Seriously I'm asking myself if you sometimes do this as a paid job for others. When my house is finally ready to be decirated I'd definitely be interested in you coming over and doing similar stuff in my home 👍🏻🤗

[@kirstygriffiths749]

Thanks ! I do love these wardrobes. My house only tho 🤣

[@Pitzi.]

Nice work! They look incredible!

[@kirstygriffiths749]

Thank you 🙏

[@KARIN1980ification]

Lovely video and build, so inspirering! ❤🙏💫😃

[@kirstygriffiths749]

Thank you so much!

[@michellevalko9014]

You were very easy to follow. Appreciate the help!

[@kirstygriffiths749]

So pleased it was helpful 🙏❤️

[@baiyinfeng7848]

Thank you for your sharing this video, it is really helpful❤

[@darrenbettison3158]

Please can you tell me the base height & the skirting height too. Sorry if I’ve missed it.

[@evycasanas996]

Amazing job! Well done!! 👏👏👏

[@kirstygriffiths749]

Thank you 🙏

[@theshortgolfer8687]

Lovely result!

[@ajsjsndj]

Very inspiring 🎉

[@kirstygriffiths749]

Thank you 🙏

[@helenwhite3637]

I love this so much, I have a wall of 377cm but want this exact style how would you do it?

[@Erica-222]

Brilliantly done!!!!

[@kirstygriffiths749]

Thank you 🙏

[@wandanelson4223]

Great skills, looks amazing!!👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@kirstygriffiths749]

Thank you 🙏

[@Dianknox]

🥰🥰I LOVE IT!!! GREAT JOB🤗🤩

[@kirstygriffiths749]

Thank you. I’m very pleased how they look ❤️

[@maryhamill36]

Beautiful, well done!

[@kirstygriffiths749]

Thank you 🙏

[@suzanneharper4877]

They look gorgeous ..Well done..🎉🎉

[@kirstygriffiths749]

Thank you so much 😊

[@Samuel.U]

AMAZING, fantastic job

[@wibowodavid]

Did you attach the cabinet to the wall?

[@Dianexx4444]

Wow, I need to book you ,they look amazing 😊

[@kirstygriffiths749]

😂 thank you

[@ricoonet]

Great content, I'm using it to build my own version :) I also decided not to cut the skirting board as the next owners might want to remove the wardrobe. So the base has to be as high as that skirting, about 13cm. Do you remember how high was your base more or less?

[@pkhan8079]

Mashallah, thanks so much for helping the community plus videoing it all for us. :)

[@victorias8865]

So impressive. Thank you for the video. I wish I could do this but I know it would be a disaster.

[@nataliagonzales3749]

Spectacular job!👍🏼❤️

[@kirstygriffiths749]

Thank you 😍

[@anamika_288]

Hi there! I absolutely love this and would love to follow this tutorial! Just a few quick questions, what thickness of mdf did you use? Also, how did you measure the width needed for the side pieces of mdf which connect to the wall and wardrobe (like did you deduct a couple mm to allow the door to open?)?

[@nataliexox1633]

wow amazing videos! Following step by step for my own room! Can’t wait to see the transformation! Can I just ask, on your wardrobes you used an eggshell paint in pure brilliant white and on your hubbys you used a mid sheen pure brilliant white, can I ask why you used different finishes and what one you prefer? And are they both wipeable ? ❤️ thanks x

[@kirstygriffiths749]

The mid sheen looks better IMO. To date I’ve never wiped them, but I’m sure you could 👍

[@leahmay1011]

Hi the infill panel on the sides did the doors open OK with the hinges on mine don't have a big enough gap

[@kirstygriffiths749]

The doors open forward/outwards in line with the frame, the side panels don’t effect the door opening in anyway. I have them on all my PAX.

[@leahmay1011]

@kirstygriffiths749 OK thanks did you just use the normal hinges

[@kirstygriffiths749]

@@leahmay1011 yes, IKEA hinges

[@leahmay1011]

@@kirstygriffiths749the komplement hinge

[@kirstygriffiths749]

@@leahmay1011 yes. The IKEA Pax hinges

[@akhan999]

Looks great. Would spray painting give a better finish?

[@kirstygriffiths749]

If you’ve got the equipment to do a professional spray job that yes. I can’t get on with sprayers myself.

[@akhan999]

@@kirstygriffiths749 never tried it. I unfortunately spent thousands £££ on 3 fitted wardrobes in 3 bedrooms. Wish I have the courage to build something myself then. But now I’m working on building my own floating desk in the attic and maybe now will start doing more stuff myself around the house. Never tried spray yet myself just wondered how good your overall finish was

[@drbeautyglam7092]

fantastic job !!!!!

[@kirstygriffiths749]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@ChezTimms-Lewis]

Brilliant job

[@kirstygriffiths749]

Thank you 🙏

[@katarzynagrygo1634]

wow you are so talented!!!!

[@kirstygriffiths749]

Thank you ❤️

[@MahlatseSkhosana]

Great job this wow very beautiful

[@kirstygriffiths749]

Thank you 🙏

[@leeyo5494]

you are insanley talented

[@sandrawilliams636]

Just gorgeous! Bravo to you 🥰

[@kirstygriffiths749]

Thank you so much !

[@brendaholman3644]

Nicely done!

[@BarbTodd]

What a great job! I’m going to copy it 😊

[@kirstygriffiths749]

Thanks ! Hope it’s helpful 👍

[@dougaldarcy6463]

holy Dooley you are amazing...dont know If I could manage what you did!

[@kirstygriffiths749]

Thanks ! Absolutely you could 👍

[@denitadevereux7724]

Awesome job thanks for sharing 😊

[@kirstygriffiths749]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@kaymilstead4374]

Nice job ! Well done !

[@CynthiaLuna-gc1sd]

Thank you ever so much.❤❤❤ Beautiful 😍

[@KARIN1980ification]

I love Ikea and especially Ikea Kallax, but Im also from Sweden 😅

[@ANGIEB52]

These are fantastic tutorials 😍😍😍💕

[@kirstygriffiths749]

Glad you think so! Thanks

[@user-fb3pu3qx3t]

Queen of the Pax!!!

[@kirstygriffiths749]

😂 I should get that on a t-shirt

[@Lou-bg1xc]

Looks great, though, I would of liked to see how it looks in the inside.

[@kirstygriffiths749]

One the inside is finished I will share. I have other videos for internal options on my channel.

[@thenortherngrump333]

@kirstygriffiths749 you've put the link up for the silver braces but where in the video do you use them, please?

[@kirstygriffiths749]

I didn’t use them on here but I did use on my other pax. I used them to secure the top piece as it was two pieces held together.

[@d0nnar0se]

do you attach the base to the wall?

[@kirstygriffiths749]

I did yes.

[@JordanPratt-dl3rn]

Hi how do you see the link of all the workings out and timber etc? What do you click?

[@cbg6631]

Es mejor este primer o Zisser? Gracias ❤