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It’s easy to accumulate clutter in your outdoor area, but there are several simple IKEA storage hacks to keep the chaos at bay. Whether you’re on a tight budget or a time crunch, IKEA organization ideas can be easy and effective. Besides their affordability, IKEA products can be repurposed in several unexpected ways. When it comes to adding structure and order to your space, their versatility is unmatched — and that includes when you’re organizing your outdoor space.

If you’re an avid gardener, finding the perfect place to store your pots, plants, and tools can be a challenging feat. You can borrow the best gardening ideas from IKEA product pros and transform your space with easy storage solutions. The right organization methods can turn gardening from a chore into a relaxing and rewarding pastime. Try your hand at a quick DIY and change the way you approach your back or front yard. From small-scale changes to sizable pieces, there’s a brilliant IKEA hack for every outdoor space.

If you are looking for an affordable way to add outdoor seating, simply combine two NÄMMARÖ boxes to create a sofa base with built-in storage for your gardening supplies. If you want to hide the items, consider attaching fabric to the inside of the boxes. Follow Actually Alli DIY’s lead on YouTube and add arms by measuring, sawing, and attaching wooden beams with screws. Finish the piece with three seat backs and pads, similar to the FRÖSÖN/DUVHOLMEN combination. For a more creative seating choice, opt for an outdoor cushion set from Etsy with customizable sizing and pattern options.

SAMLA bins can be used as DIY IKEA raised bed gardens with or without a yard. They can also be utilized as storage for potted plants you haven’t found a place for. Amanda Orlando on YouTube explained that she ran out of time to design her garden this year, but she was still able to add a botanical touch to her backyard. Drill holes in the bottom for drainage, and your plants will thrive in these containers. To hide the plastic, consider digging a hole in the ground so that the top of the bin is more level with the soil.

@botanicallybe

Storage solutions for plant parents 🌱 #planttok #ikeafinds #ikeahack #ikeatok #ikeadammang #ikeashopping #ikeamusthaves #soilstorage #storagesolutions #plantparenthack

♬ original sound – Britt | Your Plant Bestie 🌱

Not only are soil bags cumbersome to sift through, but they can also create a mess in your shed or garden storage space. @botanicallybe on TikTok shares her favorite way to store her soil in a functional and aesthetically pleasing way. She recommends using the DAMMANG storage bins with lids to properly store gardening topsoil, LECA, Pearlite, and more. They come in three different sizes depending on your needs. For smaller items, you can also consider using the new FARMARKVAST compost bin. Rather than sifting through the soil for your shovels, the PEPPRIG cleaning caddy is an easy and portable solution for gardening odds and ends.

@stillnoelle

Turning this ikea cart into a vertical herb garden for cheap! #ikeafinds #plants #DIY #verticalgarden

♬ She Share Story (for Vlog) – 山口夕依

The three-tier VESKEN cart can be used for more than just bathroom storage. @stillnoelle on TikTok shares a stylish way to store her potted herbs. She uses 6″ pots surrounded by white rocks to fill in the gaps. Not only does this storage option look good, but the holes in the VESKEN cart create built-in drainage. If you have a compact outdoor space, go with the taller, narrower, four-tier VESKEN cart. White rocks aren’t the only filler idea. You can explore different types of landscaping rocks, like these multi-colored filler stones from Amazon.

@geridelvento

A place to store all your outdoor necessities is a must. If not, you will be asked every 5 minutes “can you get this for me?” 😂 This cabinet from IKEA was under $275 and is so spacious! Tip: seal all ur outdoor wood furniture with an “outdoor wood sealer.” This will help preserve the wood from tough weather conditions. #ikeahack #ikefurniture #ikea #outdoors #outfitinspo #outdoorliving #outdoordesign #outdoorfurniture #miamiinteriordesigners #homeinspo #fyp #DIY #miamiinteriordesign

♬ Sunny Day – Ted Fresco

Although the bamboo IVAR cabinets in @geridelvento’s TikTok are no longer available, you can create a similar hack with the mesh IVAR shelving unit. Make sure to use a coating spray like Rustoleum to turn the cabinets into an outdoor-safe storage system. Place TRUMIS baskets on the shelves as an additional organizational method. You may even use the IVAR unit to house beautiful plants that thrive in shaded containers due to the mesh doors that allow filtered sunlight to gently stream through.

@taraxinterior

DIY – IKEA Hack Unleashed✨ From Cabinets to Spectacular Bench Trunk💫🏡 I Created a seating bench/trunk with ample storage using 4 Eket cabinets and caster wheels. Found the lids at IKEA’s Bargain Corner. The entire DIY furniture piece cost me just €49. I already had screws and tools at home. Comparable bench trunks of this size would cost at least 4 times more. It’s a low-budget project with great functionality and an impressive look. I’ll be linking all the parts in my story. The idea was to have a bench trunk with hidden storage for my cluttered corner behind the couch in the living room. I’ll soon reveal where I’ll be placing this amazing piece because the result is more than perfect. How do you like the idea? I hope to inspire you to try similar DIY projects. Have fun experimenting🪚🏡 ___________________________________________ #diyfurniture #ikeahacks #homedecorinspo #creativeprojects #budgetfriendly #storagesolutions #diyinspiration #interiordesignideas #organizeinstyle #ikeafinds #transformyourspace #cleverdesign #functionalfurniture #doityourself #repurposed #homeimprovements #hiddenstorage #lowbudgetdiy #innovativeideas #spacesavingsolutions #getcreative #diycommunity #interiordesigninspiration #diyprojects #homemakeover #decoronabudget #inspirationforyourhome #customfurniture #diyfun

♬ original sound – YellowStraps

This idea by @taraxinterior on TikTok is a creative way to add a storage bench to your yard. Line up four EKET cabinets and connect them using two parallel wooden strips. After you screw the strips into the cabinets to secure the four pieces, you can add a larger piece of wood to fit over the makeshift bench and use hinges to secure it to the EKET set. You can store items like lanterns, barbecue supplies, Frisbees, or other outdoor entertainment items. For a cozy touch, choose colorful, water-resistant seat pads from Etsy.

@schereleimpapier

IKEA HACK für den Balkon 🌿💚 DIY Hängegarten aus HUTTEN Flaschenregal, BINTJE Übertöpfen und KUNGFORS S-Haken 🌱🌱 #ikea #ikeahack #ikeahacks #ikeadiy #ikeatok #homediy #diy #dekodiy #balkondekorieren #sommerdiy #balkonien #vertikalgarden

♬ Izzy Bizu (White Tiger) [Kovu Remix] – Darius

Rather than lining your pots up on the ground, hang them directly on your siding using HUTTEN wine racks. @schereleimpapier on TikTok recommends taking just the rod shelf portion of the HUTTEN racks and adding adhesive strips to the back to fasten to a wall. This will let you hang your small pots in an organized, eye-catching display. You can also use them as makeshift trellises if you hang a climbing plant, like jasmine, on the bottom rod. Alternatively, you can attach a hanging succulent to the top rod and allow the branches to hang down.

@mishkashoe

Prefer the new doors anyway 🤭🤭 what about you ? Okay, before some of you come for me- I knew using IKEA IVAR cabinets for outdoors was going to be risky but I had nothing to lose anyway as these were our old office cabinets that we were going to skip 🤷🏼‍♀️ was totally worth the shot in my eyes. I still think if I added a layer of wood protector to the inside of the doors it would have worked but we will never know I guess. Luckily, it was easy to rectify this. Still can’t believe how lucky we were with the new doors as they are exactly the same width 💪🏼 all we needed to do was to add 8 pieces of timber together. The roof battens we used are 25x50mm. They are already pre-treated so should definitely survive the next winter. I really like the wooden look but decided to paint it all in the end as the plans are to build raised vegetable beds in this area and I thought the black backdrop will make them pop more once they are built. So happy with how this turned out, especially as it didn’t cost us anything extra because we were able to re-use wood from previous projects. I think the video explains it all but feel free to to ask if you have any questions ☺️ #pottingbench #pottingtable #gardeninspiration #growyourown #recycling #garden #fyp #viral

♬ Walking Around – Instrumental Version – Eldar Kedem

@mishkashoe on TikTok created a potting station to store gardening supplies using the IVAR cabinets. However, she learned that the doors needed additional reinforcement to withstand the elements. She recommends adding a wood protector to prevent curving or replacing the doors with stronger wood. Although it is on the more expensive end, Thompson’s Water Seal is a reliable water sealer, and the level of protection is consistent. Always reseal your outdoor wood every few years for maximum longevity.