The Best Home Hacks

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“There was nothing interesting about the room at all,” the homeowner says of the “Before.”

These luxe-but-lived-in bookshelves from real homes totally nail the “bookshelf wealth” trend.

You don't have to replace the counters to make them look new.

“I loved the practicality and shape of the dressing table, but everyone on Instagram seemed to have the same one!” this DIYer says.

IKEA always for the win.

And the entire project only cost $60. Talk about budget-savvy!

“The room has a focal point,” the homeowner says of the “after.”

Get these new IKEA offerings before they sell out.

These easy wrapping techniques look like works of art.

Transform this IKEA staple.

The new “garage” is super cool and super reversible.

These smart hacks add plenty of punch to nearly any room of the house.

These hacks hit almost every room.

It went from “an uncomfortable beige box” to technicolored and oh-so clever.

And it takes less than two minutes.

Want to reclaim some lost square footage? This is the answer.

Deck all the halls!

You can make anything look luxe!

It’s the same look for a lot less money.

It's so easy once you know where to start.

It will help make your DIY makeover look totally pro.

“I wanted people to be absolutely stunned that this was an IKEA dresser,” this DIYer says.

From four-cubed KALLAX to something MoMA-worthy

“Cabinets like these can cost over $2,000, so this cabinet costing $600 is a win in my book!” the DIYer says.

“I hope this project is a great demonstration of what can be achieved with paint and pattern,” the homeowner says.

This once-plain shoe cabinet is now a stunning entryway statement piece.

No one will ever know you only paid $300 for it.

You don't need a working fireplace to make the most of this cozy DIY decor.

The tile from before looks totally refreshed, and the DIYer only spent about $53 to make it all happen.

Only a few steps were needed to give these IKEA shelves the look of custom built-ins.

There's a reason why IKEA is a go-to for kitchen renos among designers and DIYers alike.

The stylish storage isn’t the only improvement in this one-time dining room.

Inspired to take on an IKEA hack as a total beginner? Read this first.

This bathroom redo is peak “quiet luxury.”

This hardworking space now has a home for everything.

It’s so satisfying to watch.

A little elbow grease can transform bargain staples into something totally luxe-looking.

These are some of the best Before & Afters featuring IKEA ever showcased on Apartment Therapy, selected for the function, style, and smart use of IKEA staples, of course!

“Because this is a small apartment, this room had to accommodate both a bathroom and a laundry area,” this apartment owner says.

The DIYer behind this design was a total novice when she completed the project, and she has some smart insights to share.

If you’re a DIY novice looking for an easy IKEA hack to start out with, this KALLAX upgrade is your friend.

“I wanted it to be a small and mighty room — tiny but big in personality,” this DIYer says.

This redo brings a whole new vibe to this gray dresser.

A cheery blue paint color and statement-making wallpaper came in clutch.

It can make your lighting at least three times as bright.

Because the DIYers already owned the plywood and the base of the bench, the project was basically free.

The tool promised paint prep time that was four times faster, so I put that claim to the test. Here’s what I thought.

The secret sauce? Molding.

“We have SO much more storage now — we actually have more storage than we need (although I'm sure we'll fill it all eventually)!” this homeowner says.

These string light/planter combos are super easy to pull together and completely renter-friendly.

Make every square inch count with these six easy-to-follow IKEA hacks.

BILLY bookshelves are the secret ingredient in this living room makeover.

I spent less than $100 on this redo.

This is the easiest DIY I’ve ever done, and it was totally worth it.