Surjan Puff/Getty Images
We may receive a commission for purchases made through our links.
The bedroom is one of the most personal spaces in any home. This is where we get ready for the day, sneak in some down time, and of course, relax for a (hopefully) peaceful night's sleep. But when it comes to sprucing up your bedroom, it can sometimes feel difficult to customize your space without spending a fortune. This is where the creativity of DIY and the cost-effectiveness of IKEA come into play.
IKEA is known for its affordable flat-pack DIY furniture, organizers, and decor. You may not know much about IKEA products, but the possibilities are beyond the box. The retailer's items boast functionality, natural textures and clean lines, all perfectly suited to modern sensibilities. Additionally, you can enhance and transform these items to make them more meaningful in your space. If you want to add an updated personal touch to your simple bedroom, check out the DIY projects of his creators online.
chrome mushroom lamp
This DIY uses three different IKEA products: a SLUKA coffeepot coffee pot, an 11-inch BLANDA BLANK bowl, and a BARLAST table lamp. Pry off SLUKA's plastic top, install BARLAST fixtures with JB Weld epoxy, and top his BLANDA bowl. The all-chrome look puts a modern twist on the mushroom silhouette. If you don't like metallic finishes, spray paint the bowl and base it on your favorite color. Oleum spray paint. Choose from a variety of vibrant colors.
multi-panel room divider
This DIY turns the sides of IKEA's IVAR shelves into modern room dividers that add both texture and accessory storage to your room. After staining the IVAR wood and dowels to your desired color, add hinges to connect them and staple burlap to cover each piece. To simplify this DIY, choose the convenient Minwax Wood Finish Cloth, which makes staining your wood a breeze. You can also make this project even more unique to your space by using burlap as an underlay instead of your favorite fabric or flexible material.
concrete pedestal side table
This DIY uses liquid nails or another strong adhesive to assemble NYPON, SNUDDA, and RÖDEBY into a grooved pedestal side table. Then, finish by mixing stone texture spray and gray paint for a concrete effect. Check out his Glidden paints in the budget-friendly gray range (just $11.98 for a quart at Home Depot). Alternatively, he can purchase an 8-ounce sample size can for $5.98, preventing product waste and saving even more with DIY.
wireless stone wall sconce
Add ambient light to your space without the need for wiring fixtures. Create a modern wireless wall sconce for your bedroom using IKEA's BLANDA MATT 11-inch wooden serving bowl, spray paint, stone texture spray, and rechargeable puck light. To adapt this design, try using different sized bowls. BLANDA MATT bowls come in a 5-inch option for a more petite look. Customize your DIY lights further with color-changing LED lights, like this affordable battery-powered selection from AmazonBasics.
mini bookshelf
The STOLTHET cutting board can easily be used horizontally as a bookend, but you can take your hack even further with a simple DIY. Simply use a hot glue gun to secure large wooden beads to each corner of the flat side of the board. Chunky spherical legs give this bookstand a flare that can be styled on a dresser top or bedside table alike. Wood beads can be found at stores like Michaels. However, if you don't have a craft store near you, you can also find similar unfinished wooden beads on Amazon.
tabletop greenhouse
This genius DIY takes advantage of ÅKERBÄR and turns it into a truly functional greenhouse for small plants that require more humidity to grow. Just seal the opening using weatherstripping and foam, add a humidity sensor inside, and add a grow light on top to let in some outdoor light. The combination of a grow light and smart plug timer makes this project perfect for everyone from novice plant parents to beginners. Experienced green thumb. That being said, if you are afraid to apply weatherstripping to your ÅKERBÄR, try adding a mini humidifier to your greenhouse instead.
bedside shelf
Combine two MOSSLANDA photo shelves to create your own floating bedside shelf. The original project required one of the shelves to be cut to size. However, this hack can be simplified to not require advanced DIY power tools. If you have enough wall space, simply install two full-length MOSSLANDA shelves joined together for a dramatic look. Or you can use just one shelf for a more compact look.
floating headboard and bedside table
Assemble a combination nightstand and headboard using two LINNMON table tops, a BERGSHULT shelf, GRANHULT brackets and pre-cut two-by-four lumber. This is one of the most expensive DIYs on this list, but when you consider the total price of one headboard and two nightstands, the cost is quite economical. It also takes a bit of effort, but if you're comfortable with a drill and spirit level, this project is not only achievable, but also customizable. Add variety to your original DIY by installing shelves in different styles, or take it even further by painting your headboard a statement color.
geometric wall art
This simple DIY uses RIBBA frames and hot glue to create large-scale, impactful wall art. Lay out the frames in an overlapping diamond configuration and hot glue them wherever they intersect. There are many ways to make this project your own. Experiment with different configurations by using different frame sizes (RIBBA has 7 options), spray painting your frames in metallic silver or gold colors, and more. Asymmetrical pieces can create particularly striking and modern accent pieces.
rattan headboard
If you want to achieve the look of wicker furniture for a fraction of the price, try this easy DIY with a TARVA bed frame. Use staples to secure the wicker weave to the back of the headboard and trim off the excess for a neat finish. Rattan weaves come in a variety of styles, and brands like Juilsioa on Amazon sell rolls in a variety of designs at relatively affordable prices. To further customize your bed frame, try staining TARVA's unfinished pine with different finishes using products like Dixie Belle No Pain Gel Stain.