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4 clever IKEA hacks using the IKEA ANTILOP highchair

Turn your IKEA ANTILOP highchair into something truly special. We’ll show you 4 quick and easy hacks that’ll make your highchair more practical, safer and more attractive. With clever IKEA highchair accessories, the simple ANTILOP highchair becomes a real favourite for everyday life with a baby. Our ideas are incredibly easy to put into practice – no DIY superpowers required. This makes the IKEA ANTILOP highchair the perfect solution for parents who value function, safety and design. Discover the most popular IKEA hacks for the ANTILOP highchair.
IKEA ANTILOP Baby mit Fußstütze

1. Correct posture with the ANTILOP footrest

The footrest helps your child maintain correct posture, with hips, knees and ankles at a 90-degree angle. Especially during those first attempts at eating, the footrest provides vital support in the event of choking. For a relaxed and safe mealtime for you and your child.


  • Promotes correct posture
  • provides support in case of choking
  • increases focus thanks to a secure fit

On posture in the highchair

It’s really high quality and was super easy to put on. Our daughter now sits much more calmly and can concentrate better on her food. 

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Eva via Reviews.io

Ikea Antilop Zubehör

2. Beautiful legs for the IKEA ANTILOP

highchair leg wraps in noble wood look for the IKEA ANTILOP highchair visually enhance the highchair. The foils look and feel deceptively real, just like real wood. A simple IKEA ANTILOP hack with a big effect 

  • Quick and easy to stick on
  • Deceptively real wood look 


IKEA ANTILOP Baby Silikonmatte mit Obst

3. Easy cleaning with the IKEA ANTILOP silicone mat

With this IKEA ANTILOP hack, you can protect the tray of your high chair from unsightly discolouration. Beetroot, carrots and spinach - no problem for our KLECKA MAT! Simply roll it up, rinse it under the tap or clean it hygienically in the dishwasher. The non-slip mat also prevents plates and bowls from slipping.
  • BPA-free and 100% food safe
  • dishwasher safe


IKEA ANTILOP Baby Silikonmatte happy

4. Better grip with the ‘ inflatable cushion insert’

Is your child still a bit wobbly in the highchair? The inflatable cushion insert, made from soft cotton, support little ones during their first meals and give them an upright and comfortable position.
  • 100% cotton high chair
  • With a practical zip
  • Hand-sewn in the EU


To the pillowcase

More tips on the highchair

Whether you’re just starting out, looking at equipment or mealtimes with babies and toddlers – on our comprehensive inspiration page on the topic of ‘ highchair’, you’ll find everything you need to know: from choosing the right high chair and ensuring a healthy sitting posture to clever accessories. Discover helpful comparisons, expert advice and practical ideas for relaxed meals at the family table.

Inspiration for highchair

That’s why we love the IKEA ANTILOP high chair here at Limmaland

At Limmaland, we’re big fans of the IKEA ANTILOP high chair – and for good reason. IKEA’s minimalist high chair isn’t just extremely lightweight and space-saving, but also offers unbeatable value for money. It’s the ideal highchair for babies who need to sit safely and comfortably at the family table. What’s more, it’s quick and easy to clean and can even be transported.

With the right IKEA highchair accessories, this simple model becomes a real all-rounder: an adjustable footrest for the ANTILOP highchair ensures ergonomic seating comfort, whilst our lovingly designed placemats and design decal s create a lovely, child-friendly look – without any mess. Combined with a soft seat cushion, the ANTILOP highchair for children becomes even cosier and safer. Because all the accessories are incredibly easy to attach and clean, the IKEA highchair ANTILOP is perfect for everyday life with small children – clever, safe and stylish. Just the way we love it here at Limmaland.