21 IKEA Kitchen Hacks You Don't Want to Miss Out On

Ikea kitchen hacks are my favorite way to decorate and furnish my kitchen area. Today I want to share with you my favorite kitchen upgrades using Ikea furniture that I found online.

The kitchen can be one of the most expensive areas of the house to furnish and decorate. That’s where Ikea comes to help!

Everyone knows that Ikea is affordable but it can also be a source of amazing looking furniture.

All you need is some great ideas and time to turn them into a reality!

So with these 21 must-try IKEA kitchen organization ideas, DIY hacks for IKEA kitchen and IKEA kitchen wall storage ideas you can transform the look of your kitchen on a small budget!

Please check out these bloggers sites for full information on how to actually make the item!

Ps. if you love IKEA hacks check out these other two posts I wrote compiling all the best IKEA hacks on the web:

13 DIY Ikea Hacks to Transform Your Furniture

10 DIY IKEA Hacks That Will Save You a Ton of Money

33 IKEA Kallax Hacks That You Need To Try In Your Home

21 Must Try IKEA Kitchen Hacks You Won’t Want to Miss

These 21 IKEA kitchen hacks will show you how to change up your cabinets, kitchen island, and pantry using affordable IKEA items.

1. Mid Century Bar Cabinet

This Stunning Bar Cabinet by The Vintage Rug Shop is made by glamming up an Ikea Besta cabinet. The final product looks incredible and you would never think it was made using items from Ikea!

Source: The Vintage Rug Shop

2. Ikea Kallax Kitchen Island Hack

This kitchen island is the perfect addition to a small kitchen. Because it has wheels under it, the island can be easily moved around.

The total cost of this island came in under $120! Talk about a bargain. Check out full instructions at Jen Lou Meredith!

Source: Jen Lou Meredith

3. Wall Utensil Holder using Ikea Slatted Bed Base

Who knew you could use a bed base as a wall storage system! This incredibly clever hack from Ich Designer will make storing small kitchen items like utensils, herbs and ever cookbooks a breeze!

Source: Ich Designer

4. Create Extra Counter Space with a Rolling Island

What I love most about this kitchen island it that you would never think that is started with a cheap Ikea cart.

By adding a coat of paint and a marble top this cart was truly transformed into a beautiful piece that would look amazing in just about any kitchen. Please check out the full tutorial at Oliver and Rust.

Source: Oliver and Rust

5. Ikea Bar Cart from Nornas table

The clever lady over at A Kicsihaz created a stunning white and gold bar cart from the plain looking Nornas table.

I have seen carts like this for over $400 at my local furniture stores but this hack cost just slightly over a $100!

Source: A Kicsihaz

6. Grundtal Wine Rack

If you love displaying all your wine bottles in your kitchen then this is the perfect hack for you. By using the Grundtal double towel racks you can create a sturdy stainless steel wine rack. Full instructions at Ikea Hackers.

Source: Ikea Hackers

7. Ikea Garbage Drawer Hack

Let’s be honest there’s nothing glamorous about garbage but this hack is a must have if you hate taking out the bins more than once per day. Go to Lindsay Stephenson’s blog for full instructions on how to create a bigger garbage drawer.

Source: Lindsay Stephenson

8. Ikea Coffee Cart

If you are anything like me and coffee is just about the only thing to get you out of bed in the morning than this hack is a must try!

Imagine rolling your coffee tray right next to your bed.. ok that might be a bit too far but neither less this hack is a super clever way to store all your coffee and tea making necessities!

Check out the full tutorial at Charmed Crown Blog!

Source: Charmed Crown Blog

9. Narrow Rolling Kitchen Cart

This narrow rolling cart is the perfect tool to maximize storage space by fitting it in between small gaps. Perfect for storing sauces, spices, and other small ingredients. Check out the full tutorial over at Ikea Hackers.

Source: Ikea Hackers

10. Kitchen Utensils Hanger

If you are always short on storage space in your kitchen then this hack might be a true lifesaver.

Megan over at Not Martha uses Ikea Attest handles and Grundtal hooks to create this clever utensils hanger.

Source: Not Martha

11. Indoor Herb Garden

This clever lady at Curbly came up with this amazing hack for an indoor herb garden by using Ikea Vurm wine bottle holder and some plain drink glasses!

The final result looks amazing and I really want to try this one as it can be done in less than a few hours!

Source: Curbly

12. Ikea Kitchen Island Hack

You can easily create some extra storage and counter space in your kitchen by transforming some Ikea Billy Bookshelves into a kitchen island.

I absolutely love the way this one turned out! Check out the full instructions at Golden Boys and Me!

Source: Golden Boys and Me

13. A Small Kitchen Island from Lack Side Tables

I think just about everyone owns one (or more) of these Ikea Lack side tables since they are so affordable. But I could have never imagined that it could be transformed into a kitchen island!

Check out the full tutorial over at Ikea Hackers!

Source: Ikea Hackers

14. Toddler Learning Tower Stool

If you have little ones who love to help out cooking then this hack is a must try! This simple project using Ikea a BEKVÄM stool cost less than $40!

Go on over to Happy Grey Lucky for full instructions!

Source: Happy Grey Lucky

15. Ikea Bar Cart Hack

This bar cart looks so glamorous with all gold details! The lady over at Sugar and Cloth created this beautiful cart using an Ikea Kallax bookshelf and some creativity!

Source: Sugar and Cloth

16. IKEA Drawer Organization

End drawer chaos with a smart use of IKEA’s Variera pot lid organizer. Repurpose it to neatly store your container lids and chopping boards. This DIY project leads to an impressively tidy drawer, making your kitchen experience smoother and clutter-free. It’s an ingenious and simple fix to a common problem.

@houseof_hani Let’s organize another drawer in the kitchen #kitchen #kitchenorganization #kitchenhacks #homeorganization #ikea #ikeahack #ikeakitchen ♬ Renaissance (Main Title Theme) [from “The White Lotus: Season 2”] – Cristobal Tapia De Veer

Source: Houseof_Hani

17. Budget-Friendly Kitchen Island

Unleash your creativity with just four IKEA items and a $70 budget. This compact kitchen island is made from an IKEA Kallax shelf unit, Capita legs, a Lamplig chopping board, and some wood treatment oil.

The result? A stylish, space-efficient kitchen island that doesn’t break the bank.

Source: Yatt_Azml

18. Kitchen Wall Storage

Revamp your storage game using IKEA’s Bekvam spice racks, Hultrap hooks, and a few baskets. This DIY project transforms ordinary items into a chic storage station, adding functionality and flair to your kitchen.

It’s an affordable and simple way to spruce up your space.

@room_culture Great kitchen storage idea 📹 @homeheartmade Check bio for link #cozyhomeshots #ikea #ikeahack #ikeahacks #shelfie #shelfie #kitchendesign #kitchenstorage #diy #diygirl ♬ Cool Kids (our sped up version) – Echosmith

Source: Room_Culture

19. IKEA Kitchen Island Hack

Make the most of your space with a unique DIY project using IKEA’s FINNVARD trestle. This inventive solution transforms your typical kitchen island into an impressive storage hub for dinner plates and wine bottles. It’s a clever and stylish way to extend your kitchen’s storage capacity.

Source: Ikea Hackers

20. IKEA Industrial Wall Shelves

Don’t let cluttered cabinets cramp your style – use IKEA’s stainless steel brackets and some well-chosen wood for an easy DIY project. These wall-mounted shelves not only organize your plates but also add a touch of rustic charm to your kitchen. It’s a fuss-free solution to add both storage and style!