Home Decor on a Budget: 8 of the Best IKEA Hacks!

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8 of the best IKEA hacks...
8 of the best IKEA hacks...

One of my new year's resolutions is to get into better shape.

With that in mind, I've been looking for a stand-up computer desk this past week and have seriously been considering an IKEA hack since what I'm looking for is hard to find. In my search for inspiration, I came across some amazing IKEA hacks that I just had to share. From pimping your Billy book case into something that looks as good as any custom job to a pretty pendant lamp DIY, see below for 8 of the best hacks for your IKEA buys!











Pimp your Billy
Pimp your Billy


1. IKEA Hack Customized Bookcase
Turn your IKEA Billy bookcase into an amazing customized marvel in 10 easy steps!


Planter Turned Pendant
Planter Turned Pendant


2. IKEA Hack Pendant Light
Using the IKEA Hemma hanging light cord, you can drill a hole on the top of a planter, pull the cord through, and voila! A five minute hack! Can you say pendant light for under $10?

Related: 21 ways to decorate with a can of spray paint


IKEA Hack Coffee Table
IKEA Hack Coffee Table


3. IKEA Hack Coffee Table
This rad coffee table can be used by using IKEA's Vika Lerberg stands and a wooden board.


Two-Toned Lights
Two-Toned Lights


4. IKEA Hack Two-Toned Lights
Customize an IKEA Leran wicker lampshade by spray painting it two-toned to add a splash of color to your living room!

Related: 25 totally clever storage tips and tricks


Make a Kitchen Island
Make a Kitchen Island


5. IKEA Hack Kitchen Island
Pining for a colorful kitchen island but not wanting to spend a ton of money? Stack two IKEA Lack side tables to create your own kitchen island.


Ikea Lack Side Table Hack
Ikea Lack Side Table Hack


6. IKEA Hack Side Table
You've probably seen the $7.99 Lack side tables at IKEA ... and then there's the $149 Parsons cube side table from West Elm. Well you can easily put two Lack side tables together for the look of a Parsons table at a much lower cost and with more color choices!

Related: Awesome headboard ideas to revamp your bedroom


Lack Shelving Bench
Lack Shelving Bench


7. IKEA Hack Shelving Bench
Hack an IKEA Lack shelf into a bench perfect for storing books, magazines, shoes, and more!


Ikea Rast Side Table Project
Ikea Rast Side Table Project


8. IKEA Hack Night Stand
Turn a plain IKEA Rast dresser into a pretty night stand to spruce up a dull bedroom!

To get the tutorials and 2 more IKEA hacks, visit Babble!

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