The Best Home Hacks

It’s basically a magic trick.

There’s another jaw-dropping DIY project in the corner, too.

"No one would ever suspect its bones are IKEA,” the DIYer says.

BRB, going to DIY.

I’ve seen dozens of PAX hacks, but I stopped scrolling and bookmarked this one.

It was so much easier than I thought it would be.

For about $30, you’ll have a textured piece that looks far more expensive.

Reinvent a go-to classic.

I’m a firm believer that IKEA shoe cabinets really are the ultimate entryway hero — and the ultimate entry-level IKEA hack.

You just need a simple household item you might already have.

Get a custom closet at a non-custom price.

It helps hide an eyesore.

Three IKEA BILLYs came to the rescue.

So much potential!

An IKEA PAX hack adds floor-to-ceiling storage in this bedroom.

Even though it’s a big house, I’m totally taking some of these ideas back to my apartment.

Is your favorite on the list?

“I don’t like anything too plain or without character in my home,” this apartment dweller says.

It's easy to make your own scented fire logs and a handy way to use herbs that are past their prime or use up the almost-empty jars of some of your favorite cold-weather spices in the cabinet.

You won’t believe these design feats started from humble flat-packed furniture.

I tried it myself, and here’s what I learned.

It looks like something you’d find in a high-end decor store.

And it’s under $100.

It’s the ultimate adorable, affordable IKEA hack.

Of course, open floor plans are up for discussion.

It looks so expensive!

Basic white IKEA furniture can be transformed into something totally custom.

Go beyond the BILLY.

Extra storage space will appear out of nowhere.

This DIY project just takes a few minutes.

It’s the perfect spot for curling up with a good book.

You’d never know!

The result is soooo cute.

Definitely don’t throw away your brown shopping bags.

This hack is so easy and seriously affordable.

The shade is everything!

I smell lots of projects to come in your future!

I can’t believe how good this looks.

Whoa — I'm trying this!

The winner isn’t the BILLY!

With a little effort, you can get big results.

One of the picks is a total wild card!

Warning: You may want to use this hack on all of your decor.

This hack doesn’t work for everything.

Here’s the IKEA find you probably never thought to hack, but totally should.

This floating shelf is a favorite for a reason!

This multipurpose piece has major hack potential!

When dreamy closet doors were out of budget for these homeowners, they created their own.

The new headboard transforms the look of the whole room.

“It’s a real showstopping space,” the homeowner says of the “after.”