The best part of IKEA furniture, aside from its affordability, is that most of the pieces are blank canvases just begging to be customized. If you’ve ever dived into the world of IKEA hacking, you know there are a ton of DIY ideas out there to transform those MALM dressers and KALLAX shelves. IKEA customization has become such a phenomenon, there are companies out there dedicated solely to taking minimal IKEA furniture and turning it into a unique piece that suits your style and aesthetic. We’ve found seven sources that will help you personalize and customize IKEA faves, so get ready to get hacking.
1. Pretty Pegs
The easiest way to upgrade an IKEA piece is by swapping out those blocky legs and generic knobs for more modern options. Pretty Pegs was one of the first brands on the hacking scene with its fun, colorful, and easy to install IKEA ‘pegs’ and knobs.
2. Semihandmade
It’s hard to believe these gorgeous cabinets are actually just IKEA pieces with a little bit of customized magic. Semihandmade is loved by designers like Sarah Sherman Samuel, who collaborated with the brand on a collection of modern beadboard doors in soothing colors like blush and agave.
3. Bemz
Before you get rid of that old IKEA couch, try upcycling it with a custom cover from Bemz. With dozens of colors and fabric choices to suit every need, these slipcovers are made to fit over almost any IKEA series sofa or armchair.
4. Panyl
We have peel-and-stick wallpaper, so why not peel-and-stick wraps for IKEA furniture? PANYL makes it super easy by offering both pre-cut and custom sizes of their colorful, self-adhesive vinyl wraps that work with most IKEA cabinets and bookcases.
5. Superfront
Unfortunately for us, customization store Superfront currently only offers furniture legs and handles in the US. But don’t worry because there are still plenty of options for beautiful, architectural knobs and legs that will give your IKEA piece a modern makeover.
6. O’verlays
If you love the ease of IKEA furniture but aren’t into the minimal look, O’verlays is the place for you. O’verlays are decorative fretwork panels that easily fit over cabinets, dressers, and doors to give your furniture an ornate, vintage look.
7. Kokeena
Kokeena is committed to both quality and sustainability when it comes to their custom IKEA door fronts. Choose from modern or traditional styles with either paint, wood, or laminate finishes for a personalized kitchen that reflects your style.
Did you use any of these hacks to customize IKEA furniture? Show us your DIY decorating skills on Instagram @Lulus using #lovelulus!
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