How to Customize an IKEA Kitchen for Your Home

Everything you Need to know about Customizing an IKEA Kitchen so that it is unique to you and your Home!

Customizing an IKEA kitchen allows you to personalize the design to better suit your needs, style, and budget.

IKEA sells so many kitchens, and with IKEA stores all over the world, chances are that many people will have the same kitchen as you!

But there are ways to customize a store bought IKEA kitchen so that it is unique to you and your own home.

If you know me well you will know that I love IKEA hacks!  You can see all the IKEA hacks that I have featured right here.

‘Hacking’ an IKEA kitchen is something that is possible if you change different aspects of the kitchen, such as the cabinets, countertops and more.  Customizing an IKEA kitchen is hacking it to your own unique style, likes and wants!

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Follow our guide below to completely customize an IKEA kitchen so that it is unique to you:

Customizing IKEA Kitchen Cabinets:

IKEA offers a range of cabinet styles, finishes, and sizes. The style of cabinet that you choose will best fit your own aesthetic preferences and storage needs.

Consider whether you want base cabinets, wall cabinets, or tall cabinets in your kitchen.

To customize regular IKEA kitchen cabinets consider using crown molding.  Crown molding can make your cabinets look built-in, and is easy to apply.

You can also paint the cabinets in different colors that are unique to you. Another thing you can do is to have two tone cabinetry in your kitchen.  You could have different colored cabinets at the top and different colored on the bottom for instance.

There are companies that provide alternate cabinet doors for IKEA cabinets. These include:

Superfront.  Superfront provides fronts, sides and tops for IKEA units, so they can be completely customized and different. You can check out their site here.

Plykea.  They provide beautiful plywood doors and worktops for IKEA kitchens. You can check out their site here.

Husk.  Husk provides stylish fronts and worktops for IKEA kitchens. You can check out their site here.

By using these companies you can get high end looking pieces for your IKEA kitchen, that are in different colors, textures and more.

Change Your Cabinet Hardware

By changing out knobs, handles and pulls, and even hinges, you can totally change the look of your IKEA cabinets.

You don’t have to go with the pre-assigned knobs and handles on an IKEA kitchen.  You can purchase handles and knobs from many DIY stores.

You can even use antique hardware, from thrift stores and antique stores too.

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Pick Your Countertops:

IKEA countertops are already great and available in all kinds of materials and colors.

But you can totally change the look of your IKEA kitchen by choosing different countertops.

You could select countertop materials that are not available at IKEA and that are different and unique. For instance, choose countertops made from concrete, stone, or wood.

Decide on a Sink and Faucet

Select a sink and faucet that match your kitchen style. Consider whether you want a single or double sink, undermount or top-mount, and the type of faucet features you prefer.

IKEA does have sinks, but you can shop around and get a different sink for your IKEA kitchen. You can even choose a sink material that is different.

Customize Your Lighting

Plan the lighting in your kitchen, including ambient, task, and accent lighting. Consider pendant lights, under-cabinet lighting, and fixtures that enhance functionality and aesthetics.

Different lighting can really change the look of your kitchen.

Choose Tiles and Splashbacks

You can also make your kitchen look more unique by choosing tiles and even a splashback to personalize your IKEA kitchen more.

Finishing Touches:

After installation, add any final touches like window treatments, decorative items, and utensil storage to complete your customized IKEA kitchen.

Customizing an IKEA kitchen allows you to create a kitchen space that reflects your unique style and meets your specific needs.

Whether you choose to do it yourself or work with a professional, careful planning and attention to detail will help you achieve a kitchen that you’ll love for years to come.