Lack Hack

I love the IKEA lack side table. It comes in all sorts of great colors, and at $7.99 each, you absolutely cannot beat the price. I use it in all sorts of projects and often add to or embellish the simple design.

It's fun to be on the look out for new lack hack ideas. I love this photo, from MWM design, featured on Kelly's blog yesterday. Also! This is the cover of the new online magazine from Australia, Ivy and Piper. It's a must-read check it out!


And it got me thinking... could a couple of simple corbels from Home Depot and a little time with my sander make a Lack table this gorgeous?


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40 comments:

  1. LeoneNovember 9, 2010 at 6:01 AM

    Fab idea...it's so very simple and affordable. It's one of those "now why didn't I think of this" ideas. Thanks & wonderful blog!

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  2. MammamusingNovember 9, 2010 at 6:01 AM

    What a creative transformation!

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  3. Chedva @Rooms and WordsNovember 9, 2010 at 6:15 AM

    Amazing idea! Do you think the Lack is sturdy enough for this, though?

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  4. FranNovember 9, 2010 at 6:24 AM

    Brilliant!

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  5. FaithNovember 9, 2010 at 7:20 AM

    Fabulous idea, I think I just may have to do this! xo

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  6. UnknownNovember 9, 2010 at 7:34 AM

    Very smart!!! Are you going to try it? If so, I can't wait to see how it turns out:)

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  7. eNovember 9, 2010 at 7:53 AM

    tutorial please!!!

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  8. Splendid SassNovember 9, 2010 at 8:54 AM

    Great idea! Perfect for the bathroom too!
    Teresa

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  9. Jen @ RamblingRenovatorsNovember 9, 2010 at 9:11 AM

    Hmmm, I just happen to have a Lack side table sitting neglected in my basement. Thanks for the inspiration!

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  10. My Interior LifeNovember 9, 2010 at 9:14 AM

    Ooh, love this. Might have to give it a go! I'm off to check out Ivy & Piper now (Piper is my puppy's name so I can already tell I'll like it)!

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  11. TamaraNovember 9, 2010 at 9:14 AM

    A great tweek that really make it look non-Ikea...Like

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  12. Chelsea JungetNovember 9, 2010 at 9:18 AM

    Very cool! No need for any small tables in my house at the moment but I will keep this on file, for sure!

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  13. Mrs. FrenchNovember 9, 2010 at 9:28 AM

    you are so smart. I bet it could be fab.

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  14. Brandi@ Flights of WhimsyNovember 9, 2010 at 9:44 AM

    Great idea! and so simple. I would love to put some nail heads on one for my living room, now my wheel are spinning!

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  15. Danielle Oakey InteriorsNovember 9, 2010 at 9:53 AM

    stunning!

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  16. JWKNovember 9, 2010 at 10:05 AM

    BRILLIANT!

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  17. lisaroyNovember 9, 2010 at 10:06 AM

    what a brilliant idea! love it! :)

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  18. Miranda @ Haute HeadquartersNovember 9, 2010 at 10:15 AM

    I think you are on to something here. Generally, I'm not a huge fan of the Lack tables. They are just "there" to me and whenever I see one, no matter the color or use, I just think, "Eh. Ikea. $7.99. Okay." but the way you show these tables..well, I think I may just have to get on board. Love it.

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  19. Stephanie SabbeNovember 9, 2010 at 10:28 AM

    that= amazing

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  20. {darlene}November 9, 2010 at 10:49 AM

    fantastic idea!!!
    hmm.. spray shellac in white? right?
    love this.

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  21. AnonymousNovember 9, 2010 at 11:07 AM

    I do think they have potential, but they're only 17 inches high. That sort of limits a lot of the uses unless you're working with a child's room or something.

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  22. Cassie {Hi Sugarplum}November 9, 2010 at 11:26 AM

    I think that would work perfectly!!

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  23. Christen AlesNovember 9, 2010 at 11:42 AM

    Wow! What a great idea!

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  24. UnknownNovember 9, 2010 at 11:50 AM

    You are brilliant! I remember you were also thinking of adding nailhead trim. I would love to see a few before & afters if you or any of your readers give it a go!

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  25. Maggie RoseNovember 9, 2010 at 1:10 PM

    You are a genius. I may just have to try this!!

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  26. modernchemistryNovember 9, 2010 at 1:20 PM

    this is such a wonderful idea! i'm also tempted to try it. thanks for posting!

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  27. Pink WallpaperNovember 9, 2010 at 1:50 PM

    what a fabulous idea....now if only there was an ikea near me!!

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  28. A Perfect GrayNovember 9, 2010 at 2:14 PM

    seriously good idea...

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  29. Angelica DunnNovember 9, 2010 at 3:08 PM

    Gosh that is just so smart! I would never have thought of this myself..

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  30. Misses BeeNovember 9, 2010 at 4:44 PM

    Great idea! I can't wait to hit Ikea in a few weeks :)

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  31. hanaNovember 9, 2010 at 6:27 PM

    yes! if you try, please share! xo

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  32. casey at loft and cottageNovember 9, 2010 at 6:47 PM

    OMG, I love this idea and think I need to get on it...

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  33. AnnaNovember 9, 2010 at 9:42 PM

    I LOVE IT!!! I'm so in love with IKEA, I got my husband to let me name out puppy Ikea :D. I picked up a bunch of those Lack side tables for our living room and our bed room. I even use one for a kiddy table for my 2 girls to eat at and use for their craft projects. I never thought about embellishing them. I'm going to have to try this out. :D

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  34. Sketch42November 9, 2010 at 11:55 PM

    Did you see my hack?

    http://sketch42blog.com/2010/11/ikea-lack-hack-with-marbled-paper/

    Not as professional... but I can tell you guys, the table is really crappy... I wouldnt put any real money or time into it.

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  35. ECLECchicNovember 10, 2010 at 4:22 AM

    Great, great idea! thanks for sharing. i taked note.


    I follow u.
    xx

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  36. VICTORIANovember 10, 2010 at 4:37 AM

    Great job!so smart. I love this idea and yours turned out perfectly.Thanks for sharing.

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  37. GretchenNovember 10, 2010 at 8:57 AM

    stunning! i love it!! And now I'm going to try it. :)

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  38. CINCHED AT THE WAISTNovember 10, 2010 at 11:08 AM

    Just found your blog via Live Creating Yourself. I'm about to move into a new place, gotten a bunch of ideas of your blog!
    : )

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  39. AlexandraNovember 10, 2010 at 7:44 PM

    I've been reading your blog for ages (and finally got up the courage to start my own), and this is just the sort of brilliant but simple DIY that has been so inspiring! I wish I had a place for another little table...

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  40. UnknownNovember 12, 2010 at 10:31 PM

    WHat an awesome idea!!!!! I have a question, so on yours you have a bottom shelf. How did you add that?

    Thanks, Stephanie

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