Decor guru Emily Henderson turned a $15 Ikea nightstand into adorable bathroom storage in one afternoon. This is one D.I.Y. that anyone can pull off.
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Easy DIY
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There are all sorts of Ikea "hacks"—where you fancy up one of the company's basics—but I find that the less you add, the more refined the result. For this update on the Rast nightstand, I stuck to paint, drawer pulls, and legs that elevate the piece literally and figuratively. You could also top it with a mirror for a chic side table or cute contact paper for a kid's room. Take a risk: It only costs $15!
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Step 1:
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Drill before painting to avoid chips. The Rast is unfinished pine, so any paint will work. I used some leftover white that I keep for wall touch-ups.
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Step 2:
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These rope drawer pulls ($12 each; westelm.com) came with long screws that stuck out inside, so I subbed in shorter ones. I also used washers to make the handles sturdier.
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Step 3:
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The legs are Ikea Metrik 93/16-inch drawer handles ($8.99 for 2; ikea.com). I covered them with white spray epoxy; it coats metal easily and is water-resistant—great for a bathroom. Once dry, I secured them with a heavy-duty adhesive.