Ikea's selection of simple flat pack furniture is the perfect, not to mention popular destination for different hacks and improvements. And while the Pax wardrobe system seems to be a little intimidating, mainly due to its large size, IKEA PAX -Hacks can be completely transformative for your home.
With the help of the right tools and accessories, these IKEA hacks can be brought into tailor -made wardrobes in tailor -made wardrobes. And IKEA PAX wardrobe hacks are clearly in demand, as Pinterest reports that the search for “Ikea Pax Cloakroom” has risen by 60% since last year.
“The bones are robust, the dimensions are super practical, and Ikea really makes it child's play, to adapt their space with pull -out drawers, shoe organizers and tablets,” says Sienna Brooks, Flitch Interior Stylist. “You pretty much designed it that it is hacked. Imagine it as a flexible frame that promotes creativity, regardless of whether you are looking for a maximum atmosphere or keep it minimalistic. '
1. Create an integrated look
(Photo credit: Joanna Fletcher @Project_34_Selfbuild)
Perhaps you have seen this hack adopted social media and has become viral everywhere from Tikok via Instagram and Pinterest. The transforming of your Ikea Pax into a built-in wardrobe look may not be a simple DIY project, but it is certainly the most popular-and it's worth the effort.
“I love the hacks that I have seen, where the Pax wardrobes look like fully equipped, tailor-made wardrobes,” says Laurie Davidson, inner stylist and co-founder of Style Makers. 'Such a luxurious look for a fraction of the price, especially if they are used in a changing room. I think Pax is ideal for this because there are so many different organizational and adaptation options so that you can really adapt it to the desired look. '
This is exactly what the content creator Joanna Fletcher (@project_34_selfbuild on Instagram) did with its Pax wardrobes and documented the entire process in your Instagram role. Similar to this TIKTOKER library with Billy bookshelf, Joanna raised the wardrobes from the floor and added the cover boards to cover the floor, while the white painted MDF was used to fill the gaps on the sides and the top.
2. Paint it
(Photo credit: Future PLC/David Giles)
While Joanna of @Project_34_Selfbuild has decided to leave your PAX wardrobes the original wood effect finish, you can of course paint your IKEA furniture to either meet the walls or create a contrast to a color that you love. Simply make sure that you know how to paint Ikea furniture and invest in must-haves like the Zinser bin Primer, which is available from Amazon.
“Painting the doors The same color as the walls can really change the game, especially in smaller bedrooms in which you want to create a calm and coherent feeling. For those who rent or search for an option without drum, removable vinyl wraps in marble, terrazzo or wooden masks can completely revise the look, so Sienna at Flitch.
3. Cover it in a paneled finish
(Photo credit: Future PLC/James French)
“One of my favorites of all time is to add the MDF panels corrugated and give them a fresh layer of paint in a striking color,” says Sam Sutherland, flitch inner stylist. “Imagine a rich olives or a deep charcoal blau. It turns the device into something special, almost like a custom -made wardrobe, but without the strong price for setting a carpenter. '
Incidentally, this type of wall paneling together with ribbed and protected type of species in the trend in 2025. I recommend making the mini -barnated wall panels from Sofia from Sofia available from the B&Q.
4. Exchange the handles
(Photo credit: Future PLC/Holly Jolliffe)
Ikea's cabinet and cloakroom handles are usually very uninspired to say it easily. And when it comes to many Pax wardrobe designs, there are no handles with which you can work. This offers the perfect opportunity to adapt because you can choose pretty much all the handles that attract your attention and attach them to the doors.
“If you pull it with brass, there is really a boutique hotel atmosphere without breaking the bank,” says Sienna at Flitch.
5. Add tubes
(Photo credit: Future PLC/Mary Wadsworth)
If you have access to a jig saw or not that you are investing in an investment -such as the best -selling Hychika Electric Jig Saw, which you sell at Amazon for £ 39.03 -you can cut out panels of your Pax wardrobe doors and fill out the excerpts with rattan or cros strap from Etsy instead of for a little class release. And you also need a basic food pistol like this AECCN staple weapon, which is offered for £ 11.04 at Amazon for sale to attach the sugar cane inserts to the doors.
“I have also seen some amazing uses of pipe network or mirror inserts that really mitigate the overview and reflect on the light in smaller rooms,” says Sam von Flitch.
6. Integrate color and pattern with wallpapers
(Photo credit: Future PLC/James Merrell)
If you still want to increase panels of your Pax wardrobes without having to cut them into you, you can do this by simply covering them in your favorite wallpaper. This is also a great way to use a remaining background image that you may be around the house and therefore a way to reap freely again.
“I love the idea of wrapping pax units in wallpaper, especially something with a little texture, such as grass or linen effect,” says Sienna at Flitch.
7. Fasten
(Photo credit: Future PLC/Colin Poole)
A few years ago I came across a hack that adapts this £ 8.49 Amazon Puck Lights with the adaptation of the area under kitchen cabinets. But it is also an idea to use them for your Pax wardrobes or other wardrobes.
“I think it is fantastic when people involve movement sensor lighting in the Pax. It immediately increases the room and makes it feel luxurious and super practical, especially on these cool winter morning,” says Sam von Flitch.
There is really so much what you can do with your IKEA -Pax clothing cabinets, regardless of whether you accept one of these ideas or create a new creative revision alone. Happy hacking!