Have you heard about the Ikea hacks for kids? Probably yes, but if you belong to a minority that doesn’t know what they are about, you will be delighted with this concept. They are transformations that each one makes at home, following DIY-style, using well-known Ikea pieces, as the Kura bed. Here the 9 ideas come to transform the Ikea Kura bed model. From a simple re-decor with colours and decorative details to a firemen’s car or a medieval castle … When the Ikea’s hackers propose to surprise us, they find no match!!Removing a few pieces here and placing them there, this mom has been transforming the Ikea Kura bunk bed into an authentic little playhouse. The height of the ceiling increased thanks to the roof added to the house, and this way her older daughter could play comfortably. This is one of these DIY projects that truly impress me and I would love to see the quantity of lovely things that she will have done besides the playhouse, because you don’t come to this high handy level in two days…
If you are not so handy to design the awesome decorations that others do, you can also create a neat corner for your kids, using other Ikea’s furniture. In this occasion, they have painted the room in very vivacious tones, to give a joy touch to it. But we would have taken more advantage of the area under the Kura bunk bed because it looks a little empty. But the idea turns out to be simple and very functional. We love this room as a whole! Although it may have something to do with this adorable lamb rocker that seems to be really soft. But everything there is in the room has a hospitable sensation and a feminine and delicate style. The panels of the Ikea Kura bunk bed were simply customized with a few prints, which are cheap and easy to stick. The same prints were used for the walls, to create continuity, and the room was decorated with some honeycomb ball paper lanterns that bring a party touch. Under the bed, you have a rest area, which can be used to read, or for another child to sleep.
Simple but effective, so much that I would not hesitate to copy it, lamb included. The bed has been painted with yellow, creating a happy environment, and prints, small tables and even bedding have been added. So if yours is not the do-it-yourself, use small details that mark the difference. Are you still wordless after seeing such a masterwork? This is what we were referring to the knowledge of carpentry. The task is arduous, but the result cannot be better. I am even thinking of changing my kid’s bed, and they will love you if you turn their bed into a treehouse. So, each one is personalized, with colours and different areas. If you wanted that your children had this special corner to study, to read or to rest, you have already found it. Take advantage of the below part to create a kind of chill-out area, with a garland of lights that brings a dreamy touch. So, it is an easy and attainable idea, and you will only spend a little money and effort. This idea deserves a prize;
it has got all the props. From the wheels to the fire-extinguisher, everything is thought and customized in order that this bed turns into your kid’s favourite play area. They have painted it in red and white, and they have added all the pieces, from the sirens to the house. Attention to the wall sticker, representing a city. It is for sure carefully well made, only for those who have a master in Ikea hacks. How many of you have not wanted to be a princess when you were a girl? Now you can help your daughter to be one, personalizing the Ikea Kura bunk bed in one authentic medieval castle. You need much imagination, and also a lot of work, but what do you say to the face of happiness that your kids will have when they see such a play area. This one is another idea that we have loved since it mixes the reading area with the wood house. It also requires a lot of work, especially in the above part, but the result is incredible. They have used pink tones, for what we suppose it is a feminine room, but it is perfectly valid for both girls and boys.
What do you think about these ideas of the Ikea’s hackers? We suppose that you will get down to work thanks to so many inspirational ideas.Find new ideas for customizing the Ikea Kura bed on our blog.Loft beds for children under 10 May 4, 2013 SubscribeFuton refers to traditional Japanese bedding which is pliable and can be stored away after use. These are flat padded mattresses with a cloth exterior stuffed with cotton or wool. The western adaptation of a futon is placed on a configurable metal or wooden frame, which folds in the middle to act as a couch and flattens for bed, thus fulfilling the dual purpose of a bed and a couch. IKEA provides you with futon bunk beds which save space and make your room resourceful for other activities. Utilize your futon as a bed to sleep in at night and during the day it could function as a couch. They are unexpectedly economical at the same time they look grand. From a wide range of frames for your futon bunk bed, you can pick one which is most suitable to you.
The metallic frames have an exclusive, individualistic appearance and are available in many different colors to choose from. You might also prefer a wooden framed bed which comes in thousands of styles. Many favor these as the planks are wider and nearer together, supporting the mattress better. These are also more comfortable due to its slat supports. But at the end it’s all about preferences. The bottom futon can be unfolded and lay flat to be used as a bed. Some of these beds need room for movement while unfolding the futon flat, so they need to be localized five to six inches aside to the wall. Therefore try searching for “wall huggers” that can be placed against a wall allowing the futon to lay flat. Hence, the conversion from a couch to a bed will become smooth and easy, more so if you have to do it every day. The futon has to be really comfy if you are using it as a real bed to sleep on every night. Comfort is essential especially for a good night’s sleep, so spending a bit more should not be a problem.