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IKEA PAX Wardrobe Ideas for Your Dream Closet

After a few years of living with our current closet, we decided to install an IKEA PAX wardrobe system.If you’re in need of a closet makeover, read on for my IKEA PAX Wardrobe ideas and tips on designing your dream closet without breaking the bank.Our Master Closet BeforeOur Master Closet AfterIKEA PAX Wardrobe Ideas & SpecsBefore you start designing your own closet with these IKEA PAX wardrobe ideas, you’ll first want to accurately measure your space.Our IKEA PAX Shopping ListThis is the configuration we landed on and our complete shopping list:The total price of our IKEA PAX system was $810.00 before tax and delivery.Design Your Dream ClosetOur IKEA PAX closet makeover proves that you can design your dream closet on a budget!

20 Inspiring IKEA Pax Closet Makeovers

A round-up of the best makeovers using the IKEA PAX closet system with hacks to make it look custom and solutions for creating the most functional closet.20 Inspiring IKEA Pax Closet MakeoversHis and Hers IKEA Pax ClosetsSource: The DIY Playbook2.Small IKEA PAX Closet with Clear Drawer FrontsSource: The Happy Housie6.

20 Inspiring IKEA Pax Closet Makeovers
IKEA PAX Closet with Pull Out Pants Bar and Shoe StorageSource: What the Fab7.IKEA PAX Closet with Accessories DrawersSource: Money Can Buy Lipstick15.

IKEA PAX Hack

Today I’ll be sharing how we did the IKEA PAX hack and how it really finished off the look of the wardrobes.While anyone familiar with PAX wardrobe systems can tell the finished closet is from IKEA, I still wanted it to feel higher end.

IKEA PAX Hack
I had some leftover Benjamin Moore Simply White in Semi-Gloss from another project and it ended up being a perfect match to IKEA PAX white.

Adding Wallpaper to the BacksThe PAX wardrobes have a fiberboard backing that is nailed into the back of the units.MirrorNow, I know this isn’t part of the IKEA PAX, but I want to share with you how we added the large wall mirror.

my ikea pax wardrobe closet

My IKEA pax wardrobe is without a doubt one of my favorite things in my home.Before I finalized my own IKEA pax wardrobe design, I spent a tremendous amount of time scouring the web, Pinterest and Instagram for layout ideas and inspiration.

my ikea pax wardrobe closet
The total cost of this IKEA pax wardrobe system was $1,120.If you’re considering installing an IKEA pax wardrobe in your own space, I hope these details are helpful!To design your own IKEA pax wardrobe system, click here!

A Tour of My Pax Wardrobe from IKEA

This post is long overdue, but I wanted to finally give you a little tour of my Pax wardrobe from IKEA!So, for my birthday, my present was going to IKEA to pick up all of the pieces to build my very own wardrobe!

A Tour of My Pax Wardrobe from IKEA
I built my wardrobe online with the IKEA Pax Planner.If you’re looking to design your own wardrobe or closet system and plan to build it yourself, I highly recommend checking out the Pax Planner here.I hope you enjoyed this tour of my Pax wardrobe from IKEA.

IKEA Pax Closet Wall Wardrobe Design

If you’re short on closet space and need an affordable solution, installing an IKEA Pax wall wardrobe closet might just be the best solution for you!Today I’m sharing how we created our built-in IKEA Pax wall closet, all products used in the design, and a cost breakdown for the completed project.

IKEA Pax Closet Wall Wardrobe Design
IKEA Pax Wall Wardrobe Online DesignerI headed to IKEA’s website and utilized their free PAX closet designer program.

IKEA Pax Shopping ListHere is everything I purchased from IKEA and a total cost breakdown minus delivery fees.

For more IKEA Pax closet design ideas, you might also like:15 Amazing IKEA PAX Hacks: Ideas, Inspiration, and Installation Hacks for IKEA PAX Closet Systems

16 Amazing Stylish Wardrobe Ideas That Use The Ikea Pax Chloe Dominik

The Ikea Pax is one of the most popular wardrobe closet used.You’ll know that the Pax wardrobe system is one of their best sellers with over 250 different combinations available.

16 Amazing Stylish Wardrobe Ideas That Use The Ikea Pax Chloe Dominik
Anyway, here are 16 of the most stylish wardrobes that use the Ikea Pax.Ikea Pax SimplifiedHere are some examples of home wardrobes that have used a more simple approach to using and styling the Pax wardrobe.Have you used the Ikea Pax to build your wardrobe or considering using it?

Hacking the IKEA Pax into a Fully Custom Closet

And in this search, the IKEA Pax kept coming up as the most common, highest-rated, and budget-friendly closet system.In my research, I discovered that lots of people have hacked the IKEA Pax or IKEA Billy systems to create a built-in look.

Hacking the IKEA Pax into a Fully Custom Closet
I didn’t want to put all this work into making the Pax look custom only to have a seam give it away that these are indeed IKEA!So, I tracked down paintable faux grasscloth wallpaper and installed it on the back wall of the wardrobe units.

Then we screwed the drawer fronts on from the back, going right through the tape.

Helpful Closet Organization Tips Featuring The IKEA Pax Wardrobe

IKEA Pax WardrobeToday I’m taking you inside my brand-new IKEA PAX Wardrobe Closet.If you haven’t read my “Current IKEA PAX Wardrobe Walk-In Closet” blog post, I highly suggest reading that first.

Helpful Closet Organization Tips Featuring The IKEA Pax Wardrobe
In total I have 6 Pax 100x58x236, 1 Pax 50x58x236 and a Pax Corner Unit.The IKEA KOMPLEMENT Pull-out mirror with hooks features a clever little design.Here’s just a few more pictures of my new IKEA Pax Wardrobe

How to Plan your IKEA Pax Closet

Enter: IKEA Pax.We were blessed to move into a home that already had IKEA Pax installed in the master closet, and it’s ruined me for life you guys.Now let me show you how to get your very own Pax Closet.Measure it outMeasure your closet and plug it into the IKEA Pax Closet Calculator.

How to Plan your IKEA Pax Closet
Shopping list for Bunk Room Closet(3) KOMPLEMENT drawer, white 29 1/2×22 7/8 ”(4) KOMPLEMENT Shelf, white 19 5/8×22 7/8 “(1) KOMPLEMENT Clothes Rail, white 19 5/8 “(1) KOMPLEMENT.

Venture Into The Woods

So we really love the PAX system for its flexibility in pricing and convenient design.:-S So here’s how we used the IKEA PAX Wardrobe planner and some inspiration for those of you with small bedroom closets too.There are a couple of important things to understand and know before using IKEA PAX planning tools: First, they are in-browser applications built using Flash.Most people like to layout the room exactly the way their space looks especially with a walk in closet space (again not sure how that works now with the update).You can see our Ikea Closet Reveal here.

Venture Into The Woods
They improvised their space using IKEA Billy Book cases and baskets.

IKEA CLOSETS - Which One is Better? PAX vs. AURDAL

When it comes to IKEA closets, there are two different systems that are commonly discussed: PAX and AURDAL.We used the PAX system in our primary bedroom walk-in closetIKEA PAX WardrobesThe IKEA Pax system has been around for years, and it's one of IKEA's most popular closet systems.How much does a PAX IKEA closet cost?How much does an AURDAL IKEA closet cost?Watch my video to see which IKEA closet system is best for you:PIN ME:

Three IKEA PAX Walk-In Closet Designs Under $4,000

An overview of some budget-friendly IKEA closetsDesigning an IKEA closet with PAX cabinets with a strict budget is tricky.That said, it’s our belief that customers should have a clear idea of the price and design ranges for IKEA PAX walk-in closets.

Three IKEA PAX Walk-In Closet Designs Under $4,000
Storage and StyleIKD customer Madelaine from Oak Brook, IL, wanted an IKEA closet with storage and style.We designed with IKEA PAX white cabinetry to hang her long clothing, including suits and more formal attire.

So we were glad when IKD customer Roger from San Diego, CA requested black IKEA PAX frames for his IKEA walk-in closet.

Bedroom updates: getting organised with IKEA PAX wardrobes

This is an ad feature created with IKEA UK – while the wardrobes and duvet set were kindly gifted, we purchased the wardrobe accessories and smart lighting ourselves.Now, we have a minimal row of white wardrobes designed for our space, which could easily be mistaken for the more expensive, fitted version.We decided on a white wardrobe frame and HASVIK white sliding doors.Another little update we’ve added to the bedroom is smart lighting.

Bedroom updates: getting organised with IKEA PAX wardrobes
Last year IKEA launched a new range that aims to make complex, and often expensive, smart lighting solutions simpler, and more accessible and affordable to everyone.

Designer Tips For Your IKEA PAX Closet Design

Designing your IKEA closet the right wayYou might think IKEA PAX closets are straight forward.There are special design considerations that we’d like to share with you for a fully functional and beautiful IKEA PAX closet.Our design team knows that people looking for IKEA closet design tips will definitely benefit from this information.

Designer Tips For Your IKEA PAX Closet Design
Plus there are new combinations available in 2021 for the customizable IKEA PAX closet system.

Ultimately, your PAX closet design is not limited by the size of your closet, or your budget.

Custom IKEA Pax Wardrobes + Total Cost

After debating best use of space, we decided to go for IKEA Pax wardrobes.We used the IKEA Pax Planner tool on their website to figure out the inside design and what pieces we needed to order.

Custom IKEA Pax Wardrobes + Total Cost
Gabe’s take on Assembly of the Ikea Pax Wardrobe Units:My experience with the Ikea Pax assembly however was fairly straightforward and durable considering past experiences.If you order drawers and hardware with your IKEA Pax units, the instructions are also pretty straightforward and easy to assemble once you get one under your belt.(Inspiration for the project)Anna’s take on customizing the door fronts:CUSTOMIZING IKEA DOOR FRONTS WITH WALLPAPERI absolutely love the custom doors Fronteriors creates for IKEA wardrobes, and they use actual caning.

18 IKEA Pax Hacks That Look Awesome

Here it goes – 20 Ikea Pax for your next home DIY project.You can make your own walk-in closet by mixing a few pieces from the Ikea Pax range.Mural-Covered Pax ClosetFull tutorial at: aroundthehouses.comI love this Pax project!

18 IKEA Pax Hacks That Look Awesome
DIY Pax MudroomFull tutorial at: abrickhome.comAnother built-in-furniture hack using the Ikea Pax is a mudroom.Pax Men’s ClosetFull tutorial at: erinkestenbaum.comYes, not all the hacks on this list are dedicated to women and their clothes.

The IKEA Closet Guide: Hacks, Shopping, Installing, and More

Everything You Need to Know to Design the IKEA Closet of Your DreamsThose Swedes sure do love to organize.IKEA SMÅGÖRA wardrobe for kids and teensBest kids or teens wardrobe: IKEA SMÅGÖRA wardrobeCharming and functional, the IKEA SMÅGÖRA wardrobe is our top pick for kids and teens.

The IKEA Closet Guide: Hacks, Shopping, Installing, and More
Best compact wardrobe: IKEA HAUGA wardrobe with sliding doorsThe sliding doors of the HAUGA make this IKEA closets a good choice for tight spaces.Assembling and Installing IKEA ClosetsSo how hard is it to assemble your own IKEA closet system?Alternative IKEA Closet HacksSo you’ve seen how to use an ELVARLI, JONAXEL, or PAX system to organize your bedroom closet.

Making Sense of Ikea PAX: How to Choose the Right PAX

And with the new year upon us and so many people working on getting and staying organized, I’ve had a lot of reader questions and emails lately about the Ikea PAX units that we installed in our old house.If you’ve been following for a while, you may know that we installed Ikea PAX wardrobes in all of the closets at our old house – even in our boys’ rooms.

Making Sense of Ikea PAX: How to Choose the Right PAX
Do You Need Doors?If you are installing it inside a walk-in closet or a currently existing regular closet space, you do not need doors.

As I mentioned, we did PAX units in both of our sons’ closets, and I shared a post about this during my youngest son’s bedroom makeover last spring.

Coat Closet Created Using IKEA Wardrobes!

Want to create a coat closet where there is none?There are so many things to love about having an older home but ample closet space is unfortunately not one of them!

Coat Closet Created Using IKEA Wardrobes!
I was determined to find a way to create a coat closet and turned my scheming to this little nook with open shelving in our laundry room.

Covers & Plugs for IKEA PAX HolesOne of my tips for making IKEA PAX frames look more like custom cabinetry is to cover all of the holes.

I also used the IKEA PAX system for the new walk-in closet we added as part of our master bathroom addition – you can take a tour of our new IKEA PAX closet {here}.

How To Paint IKEA PAX Wardrobes

I was so excited to work with IKEA to create the closet I have always dreamt of!The customizable PAX wardrobes add so much storage and style for a fraction of the cost of a custom built-in closet.

How To Paint IKEA PAX Wardrobes
WHAT YOU NEEDprimer (we used Benjamin Moore Fresh Start High-Hiding All Purpose Primer)paint (we used Benjamin Moore Advance Pearl)paint brushesfoam rollerspainter's tapedrop clothWHAT TO DO1.

Tape the glass on drawers and shelves if you are using those.Prime every exposed surface using a high density foam roller and good-quality paint brush.It is what we've used to paint almost every piece of furniture and it provides a beautiful, durable finish.

Wardrobe storage ideas – tips for organising your closet

Wardrobe space is one of those things that we never seem to have enough of.And for more inspiration, we're here to bring order to your bedroom with these ingenious ideas and clever buys that will help you stretch your wardrobe space.Wardrobe storage ideas1.

Wardrobe storage ideas – tips for organising your closet
Customise your wardrobe interior(Image credit: Ikea)Make your bedroom wardrobe idea work for you, by tailoring the interior to suit your specific needs.Organise wardrobe hanging space(Image credit: Go Modern)Make more space inside your wardrobe by organising a system.

Walk-in Closet Makeover with IKEA PAX Wardrobe. This is gorgeous!

I have been waiting for this day for so long as I was itching to share my walk-in closet makeover with IKEA PAX WARDROBE with you guys.What’s great about the PAX system is that you can go online and use their PAX online storage planner.

Walk-in Closet Makeover with IKEA PAX Wardrobe. This is gorgeous!
You can type in the measurements of your closet space and custom plan your closet for your needs.IKEA PAX Storage Planner…I played around with different frames and variations until I found the perfect system for my closet space.

And now take a look at my finished walk-in closet space….I swagger in here, and I feel like I walked into Carrie Bradshaw’s closet.

15 Amazing IKEA PAX Hacks: Ideas, Inspiration, and Installation

Coat Closet IKEA PAX by Driven by DecorKris’s new closet reminds me of a chic storefront.IKEA PAX Hacks by singingintherenoThis is an absolutely gorgeous IKEA PAX paint transformation from Alex over on Instagram.Dressing Room IKEA PAX Hack by Ellie MooreThis particular hack is perfect for those who have a similar style roofline.IKEA PAX Office Organization by Just a Girl and Her BlogAbby has several informative IKEA PAX blog posts, but I wanted to showcase this one for those needing non-clothes storage solutions.Small Closet IKEA PAX Makeover by The Happy HousieKrista placed her IKEA PAX cabinet directly into her small closet!

IKEA Pax Hack for Builtin Closet Look

This IKEA Pax hack creates a fully custom looking builtin closet simply by applying trim, drawer fronts, and doors to the ready made cabinets.It is perfectly fine as it is and is how IKEA PAX wardrobes are intended to be used.The Design Plan to Customize IKEA Pax ClosetI used photoshop to create renderings of the custom closet with IKEA PAX wardrobes.Materials ListI use primed pine boards to make the face frame and drawer fronts to customize the IKEA Pax closet system.Other supplies and tools you would need to have on hand for the IKEA PAX hack are:ConstructionImportant Note: Make sure that the IKEA PAX wardrobes are secured to the walls using the provided hardware.

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