Expensive-Looking Ikea Furniture
You'll Be Shocked When You Realize This Furniture Is Ikea
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When it comes to making affordable furniture look expensive, it's all about context. Just as a designer piece loses some of its luster in a drab room, an inexpensive piece can look like a million bucks when set in a bright and beautiful space — and often with the additional help of shiny new hardware or a slick of paint. Get inspired by these 12 shockingly affordable Ikea pieces that punch in well above their weight in the style category.
Storage
This playful storage area is a colorful vision thanks to Ikea shelves ($95) and spray-painted Ikea storage boxes ($10).
Couch
This uberchic monochromatic room comes together around a simple tan Ikea couch.
Curtains
This nursery is sweet enough to be straight out of a children's rhyme, Ikea curtains and all. The blackout panels were accessorized with white pom-poms secured with a hot-glue gun.
Nightstand
With shiny new brass pulls, these Ikea nightstands blend in seamlessly with the ultraglam decor of the bedroom.
Chair Upholstery
This old brass chair was revived thanks to DIY reupholstering with plastic-coated (think kid-proof!) black and white striped Ikea fabric ($9 per yard).
Mirror
The perfect finishing touch to this on-trend bathroom vanity? An affordable Ikea mirror, of course!
Desk
A basic Ikea desk is elevated by a coat of metallic gold paint on the legs, making the office one glam space.
Closet
In this breathtaking overhaul, ordinary Ikea armoires were beautified with paint, dentil-trim molding, 30 mirrors, and gold hardware.
Pendant
A bright and feminine bedroom is illuminated by a statement-making Ikea pendant that has been spray-painted gold.
Toddler Bed
This baby's room is so chic, we just assumed the bed was a designer splurge instead of an affordable Ikea convertible crib ($99).
Custom Built-Ins
It's hard not to be wowed by these custom built-in bookshelves — in fact, it's one of the most impressive Ikea hacks we've ever seen. They look straight out of a mansion rather than an Ikea store.
Sheepskin Rug
A pastel home office and playroom looks extra charming with Ikea's mini sheepskin rug ($29) in the tepee to match Mom's.
