9 IKEA hacks using the KALLAX shelving unit in the children’s bedroom
Our all-rounder in the children’s room: The IKEA KALLAX is a staple in almost every home. We’ll show you just how versatile this shelving unit is and have put together a round-up of the best IKEA KALLAX hacks.
1. Creating ‘ organisation ’ on the KALLAX shelving unit – 4 ideas
- Document organiser: A document organiser for the KALLAX cube is ideal for keeping paper, craft supplies or school papers tidy and within easy reach. IKEA has a few that fit perfectly into the shelving unit.
- KALLAX insert : With a KALLAX insert from IKEA, open compartments can be divided up effectively so that toys, books or small items are neatly organised in their own spaces.
- KALLAX door : IKEA KALLAX doors create a calm overall look in the children’s room and hide away items that shouldn’t be on constant display.
- TROFIX : insert Our TROFIX insert makes it possible to use the practical TROFAST boxes in the KALLAX, creating flexible, child-friendly organisation for everyday life. Best of all: you can customise the TROFAST boxes to your taste with our perfectly fitting films!
2. Storage and ‘ playing surface’ with the KALLAX shelving unit in the children’s bedroom
Of course, the children’s room needs to be organisation too. The KALLAX shelving unit provides plenty of storage space. And that’s not all – this versatile piece can also be used as a ‘ playing surface’. We’ve got some great KALLAX hacks for the children’s room, especially for small flats, which create storage space and offer hours of fun.
3. Montessori wardrobe – IKEA KALLAX hack
4. Turn a KALLAX shelving unit into a ‘ play kitchen’
We also think the idea of transforming the KALLAX shelving unit into a ‘ play kitchen’ is absolutely brilliant. You can create a mini kitchen in no time at all using our ‘ KÖKBASTLA’ sticker set. It even comes with a dishwasher!
5. The KALLAX shelving unit becomes a children’s launderette
And for anyone who wants to make their ‘ play kitchen’ truly deluxe, you can grab a KALLAX and build a washing machine for kids! We’ve got the full instructions for you too.
6. KALLAX hack for a splash of colour
With the ‘ yard goods’ from Limmaland, your KALLAX will become a real eye-catcher! Simply attach the ‘ decal’ to the inside of the shelving unit and add a splash of colour to your home.
7. KALLAX as a DIY bench in the children’s bedroom
A cosy seating area in the children’s room is perfect for telling stories. It’s also a lovely spot for soft toys to snuggle up.
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8. Dollhouse: The KALLAX shelving unit becomes a Barbie dream
Simply giving a KALLAX shelving unit a makeover… we think that’s brilliant! And with Limmaland adhesive films, you can easily transform your old piece of furniture yourself.
How about a cosy home for Barbie and Ken? Little doll fans are absolutely impressed by our stylish adhesive films. No wonder – they turn your KALLAX into Barbie’s dream home!
You can easily cut our ‘ yard goods’ furniture film to size and stick it into the individual KALLAX compartments. And there you have it – the doll’s villa is ready!
9. Hidden storage space with the KALLAX hack
Things get really creative with Cornelia’s KALLAX idea for the children’s room: she has transformed the 2×2 shelving unit using our customisable adhesive films into a play table with a reversible lid.
Here’s what you’ll need:
- the IKEA KALLAX,
- two matching panels (77×77 cm),
- a cordless screwdriver and
- screws, and two Limmaland films (suitable for the LACK table)
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The two panels will form the base and lid of your new play table. You can easily pick these up at a DIY store. Screw the top panel securely in place. Cover the lid on both sides with playing surface. Our films for the IKEA LACK table are best suited for this, as they are also square.
Even more IKEA hacks for storage s and organisation
We’ll show you some practical IKEA hacks for storage and organisation that make it really easy to keep the children’s room tidy organisation .