Well, alllmosst finished 🔨 we are loving this IKEA built-ins hack and idk why we didn’t do it sooner!! FAQ We used Havsta cabinets for lowers and Billie bookcases for uppers. This allowed the shelves to go to the ceiling (we have 9ft. ceilings so we had to cut them down a bit). Next we added a connecting shelf with plywood and lattice trim. After caulking and using spackle to fill the millions of holes, we sanded and primed the cabinets for paint. I love this moody green paint! (1905 G...
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How to paint IKEA furniture so it lasts! We used IKEA Billy bookcases (particle board) and Havsta cabinets (solid wood) for our built-ins. Go to my highlights if you want more details! How it’s done: -Lightly sand the furniture and wipe clean. I used a 240 grit sanding block and wiped dust with a microfiber cloth. -Prepare the surface for paint by applying a durable, water-based paint primer and allow it to dry for at least 48 hours. -Use a cabinetry paint roller to apply your interio...