The Best Home Hacks

These hacks got all the buzz this year.

Drowning in cardboard boxes? Try giving them one of these creative refreshes.

Skip wrapping this year, and repurpose your shipping boxes instead.

This year brought a lot of great IKEA hacks, but these 10 are the best of the best.

Breaking the project up over time was the key to success, this homeowner says.

This project's proof that inspiration can strike anywhere.

The results are downright dreamy.

As a proud parent of a cat, a pup, and a lot of plants, I’m a firm believer that family also includes our adorable pets. And family members deserve beautiful and functional surroundings.You might have already upgraded your own spaces with IKEA hacks for your bathroom, tiny kitchen, and closets, but if you haven’t given your cats their own IKEA hacks then it’s time to change that. After all, your cats can appreciate a good IKEA hack just as much as the next human.

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Yes, it really is that easy.

That Nancy Meyers kitchen might not be as unattainable as you thought.

Add these to your must-hack list.

You don't have to risk a trip to the flea market to find great deals.

This high-end look features some smart time-saving tricks.

One highlight: a totally doable IKEA hack.

It's a small project with big impact.

The source for this genius upcycle will surprise you.

Spoiler: That green carpet is the first thing to go.

With some smart thinking, you can pack a ton of storage and functionality into your small bathroom.

These BILLY built-ins added lots more function and style.

Talk about bang for your buck.

Leave the spices behind!

Anticipating the arrival of the 2021 IKEA catalog? Same here. To tide you over, here are the seven best IKEA hacks we've seen so far this year.

For less than $500, thanks to IKEA hacks and contact paper!

These escapes are downright dreamy.

This is a cheap fix you can do in 15 minutes.

It's hard to tell after this redo that this piece is brand new, and not a family heirloom.

Dividing walls were holding this bathroom back. Tearing them out helped it reach its open, airy potential.

Some IKEA hacks go so far above and beyond the standard “coat of paint and new handles” that they somehow become whole new pieces of furniture. This one, for example, started out as the ubiquitous Rast dresser and a salad bowl, and was transformed into an elegant, modern bathroom vanity with plumbing and everything. I for one am impressed.

I’ve been having a bear of a time finding a set of side tables that fit next to my couch and don’t look terrible. I also love a good DIY project — especially one that can be finished over a weekend — so I was pretty excited to see this cool set of DIY side tables made from IKEA cutting boards and plumbing pipes.

I got tired of my boring "blank slate" dining room—so I made it a colorful haven.

Go beyond the BILLY bookcase.

For the best results, choose your hack carefully. Here's our expert guide.

Dreamy? A laundry room? Yes, really!

The after will make your jaw drop.

It only took a few elements to revitalize this decade-old shelf.

Call it the fountain of furniture youth.

Some assembly required.

You would never guess the end product came from IKEA.

The after is a serious "wow."

This one-day project gives your walls instant character.

You don't have to spend a fortune to get a high-end look.

From junk storage to productivity haven.

This budget bedroom has some super smart ideas.

This IKEA hack has the look of custom woodwork—but costs a lot less.

First up: Turning a blah brown doormat into a cheery welcome.

Brb, bookmarking.

You'll never buy an off-the-shelf desk again.

These upgrades are fast, easy, and full of love.

The after has color and charm to spare.

There's always hope!

Make your next paint job a breeze with these expert tips.

It makes a huge difference in the look of your cook space.