As a renter, my home decor options are pretty limited. Without the possibility to paint, tear down or replace everything I would like to in my apartment, I’ve been turning to more short-term solutions that are still stylish. Like millions of others, I own quite a bit of IKEA furniture. What can I say it’s convenient and affordable and also looks good. But after a few years of my typical IKEA pieces, I’m now itching to make a change (albeit on a budget.) I’ve been scouring the web for some solutions of how to best revamp in the time-honored tradition of an IKEA hack. Though I personally love DIY projects, my husband is less than enthusiastic luckily I’ve found some companies that make it easier than ever to breathe new life into your old IKEA pieces.
Superfront
I found Superfront while scrolling through endless hacks on Pinterest and boy am I glad I stumbled upon them. This Swedish company makes super cool (get it?! ha) accessories to amp up the style factor on your typical IKEA pieces. The company designs and manufactures fronts, handles, legs, sides and tops that fit some of Ikea’s most common cabinets including Pax wardrobes, Metod and Faktum kitchens, and Bestå sideboards and cabinets.
Pretty Pegs
Update your IKEA furniture with some major style with Pretty Pegs, which as its name states focuses on snazzing up your furniture with unique, high-style furniture legs. The sleek shapes will make your IKEA pieces look like a custom design.
Panyl
Panyl describes itself as a “DIY furniture covering. Just peel, stick and smooth.” Now if that doesn’t sound like a DIY dream come true then I don’t know what does. I actually ordered a few samples in order to update my tired Malm dressers and I can’t wait to try them out. They have a variety of finishes and colors with everything from wood tones to metallics and are a quick, easy way to update everything from bookcases to beds and more.
O’verlays
Another way to add some major style points to your simple IKEA pieces is with O’verlays. O’verlays are decorative fretwork panels that come in several patterns and sizes and are compatible with a variety of IKEA furniture pieces. The part that makes them DIY friendly is that fact that they are light weight, paintable and can attach to the furniture without a hammer!
Mykea
And last but not least, Mykea is a company that creates unique vinyl stickers to really kick your IKEA furniture up a notch! They’re graphic and bold and removable! So if down the road you want to swap it out for something else, it’s as easy as peeling off the vinyl and starting again. Their site is full of interesting and one-of-a-kind designs (that they’re constantly adding to) that will instantly transform your IKEA goods.
So there you have it folks, 5 companies to help you instantly add some pizzaz back into your dated furnishings without a ton of effort. For the DIY-challenged or simply those that don’t have the time/energy/equipment etc to tackle such projects, these companies are a great solution to beautify your home.
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