Changing one’s workspace from a regular desk to a standing desk can be a big challenge, but I made the switch over a year ago and haven’t looked back. Attractive and affordable standing desks can be hard to find, but this DIY version from IKEA fits the bill nicely.

Elizabeth Licata

Jul 16, 2020

Before and After: A Clunky, Chopped-Up Bathroom Becomes a Spa-Like Oasis

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

Melissa Epifano

Jul 16, 2020

Before & After: IKEA Rast + Salad Bowl to Sleek Bathroom Vanity

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.

Elizabeth Licata

Jul 16, 2020

Before & After: IKEA Cutting Board to Industrial End Table

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.

Elizabeth Licata

Jul 16, 2020

20 Ways to Hack, Tweak, Repurpose & Reimagine IKEA’s Trofast

Think you’re clever using IKEA’s Trofast to round up all your kids’ toys, do ya? Well, okay, it is perfect for that, but that’s so Trofast 1.0. You’ve got to expaaaaand your miiiiind. Think outside the biiiiiin. Like these folks, who show that mere toy storage is just the tip of the Trofast iceberg. Check out these 20 ways to use the use the Trofast. Some are true hacks and reimaginings, others minor tweaks and adjustments. Not familiar with Trofast?

Carrie McBride

Jul 15, 2020

Before and After: I Made My Plain Rental Dining Room Look Seriously High-End

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

Ashley Poskin

Jul 10, 2020

The Most Underrated Items at IKEA, According to Expert-Level DIYers

Go beyond the BILLY bookcase.

Megan Baker Detloff

Jul 2, 2020

How to Find the Most Hackable IKEA Pieces, According to Seasoned IKEA Hackers

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

Robin Clement

Jun 25, 2020

Before and After: A Dreamy IKEA Hack-Filled Laundry Room Redo for Just $500

Dreamy? A laundry room? Yes, really!

Melissa Epifano

Jun 24, 2020

Before and After: A Bold Renter-Friendly Paint Job That Will Wow You

The after will make your jaw drop.

Ashley Poskin

Jun 16, 2020

Before and After: A $120 Project Gives Old IKEA KALLAX Shelves a Farmhouse Spin

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

Megan Baker Detloff

Jun 15, 2020

9 Ways to Make Cheap Furniture Last Forever

Call it the fountain of furniture youth.

Alexis Rhiannon

May 27, 2020

IKEA Released Instructions for the Perfect Blanket Fort

Some assembly required.

Mia Nakaji Monnier

May 16, 2020

Should You Try That “Coffee in the Laundry” Hack on Your Dark Clothes? We Asked an Expert

You've probably seen this trick on Pinterest.

Ashley Abramson

Apr 27, 2020

Before and After: This Rental-Friendly Patio Redo is a Plant-Lover's Dream

We have serious patio envy!

Megan Baker Detloff

Apr 13, 2020

Just $50 in Materials Helps This IKEA Dresser Mimic a Thousand-Dollar Piece

You would never guess the end product came from IKEA.

Katelin Hill

Apr 11, 2020

Before and After: A $0 Hack Gives These Sad Stairs a Colorful Boho Upgrade

The after is a serious "wow."

Megan Baker Detloff

Apr 8, 2020

The Easy, No-Nails-Required Way to Give Your Walls a Vintage Shiplap Look

This one-day project gives your walls instant character.

Megan Baker Detloff

Apr 7, 2020

6 Inspirational Hacks that Make IKEA's $10 LACK Table Look Like a Million Bucks

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

Sarah Lyon

Mar 24, 2020

Before and After: A Storage Nook Turned Chic, Practical Home Office for $150

From junk storage to productivity haven.

Megan Baker Detloff

Mar 17, 2020

I Cleaned My Oven Door with a Dishwasher Tablet—And I Recommend It 100 Percent

I’ve never met a cleaning hack I wasn’t willing to try. And this one paid off.

Ashley Poskin

Mar 15, 2020

Before and After: A $340 DIY Bedroom Proves the Power of a Fresh, Fun Paint Job

This budget bedroom has some super smart ideas.

Megan Baker Detloff

Mar 10, 2020

IKEA Cabinets Are the Secret to This High-End (but Low-Cost) Mudroom

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

Katelin Hill

Mar 6, 2020

We Gave DIYers $50 to Transform a Mystery Object—the Results Will Delight You

Makeover Madness

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

Megan Baker Detloff

Mar 4, 2020

I Tried That Viral Essential Oil Laundry Hack and Here’s What I Thought

This could be a good option for those who choose to use free and clear detergent—but would like their laundry to be mildly scented and aren’t bothered by essential oils.

Ashley Poskin

Mar 2, 2020

IKEA Has a “Secret” Blog Devoted to Hacks, and It’s a DIY Dream

Brb, bookmarking.

Olivia Harvey

Feb 27, 2020

Before and After: A Smart IKEA Hack Makes This Home Office Extra Practical

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

Megan Baker Detloff

Feb 16, 2020

5 Ingenious Plant Tricks You Haven’t Tried Yet

Tried-and-true tricks to keep your plants happy and healthy.

Rebecca Straus

Feb 11, 2020

12 IKEA Hacks to Keep Your Houseplants Happy

Get more greenery at home, and keep more green in your wallet.

Katie Holdefehr

Feb 6, 2020

13 Simple Fixes to Show Your Home You Care

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

Megan Baker Detloff

Feb 4, 2020

This IKEA Hack Turns a Plain Wood Cabinet into Retro-Inspired Party

The after has color and charm to spare.

Katelin Hill

Feb 1, 2020

6 IKEA Hacks for the Most Disorganized Among Us

There's always hope!

Cat Meschia

Jan 29, 2020

9 Time-Saving Tricks Only Pro Painters Know (Until Now)

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

Brigitt Earley

Jan 27, 2020

The Easy, Affordable Trick for Making Your Kitchen Look Way More Expensive

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

Megan Baker Detloff

Jan 24, 2020

Before and After: A Grown-Up Bedroom Chock Full of Stylish DIYs

The whole bedroom's stunning, but just wait until you see the floors.

Megan Baker Detloff

Jan 16, 2020

The Best Under-$200 Tricks We Want to Steal From Before and Afters in 2020

These budget-friendly ideas deserve a place on your list this year.

Brigitt Earley

Jan 13, 2020

9 Bright Ideas For Making That Sad Lamp Look Way More Expensive

Give your old lamp the glow up it deserves.

Cat Meschia

Jan 9, 2020

8 of the Best (and Easiest) IKEA Hacks We Spotted This Year

These types of IKEA "hacks" are the perfect combo of affordable and fast to do.

Adrienne Breaux

Jan 7, 2020

6 Seriously Clever IKEA Hacks to Help You Stay More Organized in 2020

Ring in the new decade with some IKEA hacks that will take your home organization to the next level.

Sarah Lyon

Jan 4, 2020

Before and After: A Bold $70 IKEA Hack Is Just What This Entryway Needed

You'll want to steal this clever idea for your home ASAP.

Ashley Poskin

Jan 3, 2020

18 Ways to Use Table Salt, Your Lunchtime Standby

Your salt shaker doesn’t have to stay strapped to the kitchen table. We’ve got 18 ways to put it to work all around your house.

Carolin Lehmann

Dec 29, 2019

8 of the Best Home Hacks of 2019, According to Reddit

Put these smart solutions to work next year to make life easier in 2020.

Carolin Lehmann

Dec 26, 2019

13 Uses for Olive Oil, Your Go-To Cooking Aid

Get this hero out of the pantry and into your tool kit.

Carolin Lehmann

Dec 22, 2019

6 Easy Upgrades That Make a Plain Mirror Look Way More Expensive

It's time for your mirror to feel like the fairest of them all.

Sarah Lyon

Dec 21, 2019

5 Seasonal Command Hook Hacks to Make Holiday Decorating Easier

Is it just us, or has this holiday season felt extremely short? If you're worried you've run out of time to turn your home into a holiday wonderland, look no further.

Sarah Lyon

Dec 20, 2019

You've Probably Been Smelling Candles Wrong—Here's How to Do it the Right Way

You're welcome.

Danielle Blundell

Dec 17, 2019

18 Uses for White Vinegar, Your Favorite Pantry Staple

You can put this household workhorse to use in every room of your home.

Rena Behar

Dec 15, 2019

6 Upgrades to Turn Your Kitchen Island into an Island Getaway

These ideas will take your kitchen to the next level.