July 30, 2023 - If you’ve ever wanted an antique wooden closet without the splurge, get the look with this Pax hack by the.decor.edit. The doors are made from plywood sheets that have been cut in an arched shape and then stained to create a walnut wood effect.

March 19, 2025 - At 5×7 feet with 8-foot ceilings, I knew I needed to maximize every inch of closet space. Using the IKEA PAX planner as a foundation, I combined PAX units with custom-built wardrobes to create a seamless, high-end look. Here’s a detailed step-by-step guide of this IKEA hack so you can do the same!

September 12, 2021 - I also filled the holes within the Pax units with wood filler and sanded this down. Then, I wiped the units down and sprayed the insides of them with my favorite paint sprayer and primer.

To achieve this home improvement hack, measure the closet's perimeter and then purchase the appropriate size and type of crown molding or trim. Attach the molding and trim using a combination of glue and nails, ensuring they are aligned correctly.

September 22, 2024 - The elements of your walk-in closet would entirely be up to you. Add as many shelves or hanging rods as you like. Just make sure you use it to properly seal any gaps and enhance the built-in look.

July 31, 2025 - It is so versatile in its configuration and is totally plain, ready for Ikea Pax hacks!

November 28, 2022 - This IKEA Pax hack creates a fully custom-looking built-in closet simply by applying trim, drawer fronts, and doors to the ready-made cabinets.

March 20, 2023 - Enter two Pax systems and an angle cutter. Moledina trimmed the closet’s edge to mirror the sloped ceiling, before adding wood pieces cut to fill any gaps at the top. She finished it off with two coats of navy paint, a perfect match for the ...

May 25, 2023 - It’s much easier to tape off the unit when painting the trim than dealing with the paint not sticking to the IKEA piece. The PAX wardrobes have a fiberboard backing that is nailed into the back of the units. Their larger width wardrobes are packaged with the backing folded in half, so when it’s opened up you can see a seam running up the middle of the back. To me it makes it look really cheap. While looking at other PAX hacks I came across Erin Kestenbaum’s closet (you will be blown away with what they accomplished) and saw that they solved the same problem with paintable wallpaper.

February 1, 2025 - In her daughter’s room, DIYer Sophia Nikolaides (@1894home) created a PAX hack where there can be a bench between the PAXes, or a desk, depending on where you slide the wooden worktop in.

April 5, 2023 - When the filler and caulk is dry, paint your baseboards to match either the cabinet or the baseboards in the rest of the room for the ones against the wall only, and your new closet system is ready to use! I used Melting Icicles by Behr to match IKEA Pax white and it’s a great color match if you are trying to match the stock wardrobe.

July 19, 2021 - A Before (and current) Closet Tour Where We Talk Through Our Ideas Our Master Closet Inspiration: Something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue… How to Use the IKEA PAX Wardrobe Planner + Our Master Closet Moodboard Full Length Mirrors Aren’t Just For The Closet + Designing ours and a Roundup of Favorites Master Closet Update: Building up the Wardrobes, and a Photoshop Rendering Master Closet Update: Filling Holes, Adding Trim, and Nixing the Ceiling Beams Closet Update: How to DIY Closet Shelves (for shoes etc.)

February 16, 2021 - For instance, Sarah Gunn painted her Pax blue and that change alone makes the IKEA closet look so much more elevated (http://sarahgunn.com/one-room-challenge-the-reveal-2/), and Jenny Komenda hacked hers with paint and added doors, which means much less woodworking is required to achieve a really professional look (https://www.domino.com/content/ikea-pax-wardrobe-closet-jenny-komenda-little-green-notebook-hack/).

August 6, 2024 - Replacing doors with flat-sawn Teak completely transforms an IKEA closet into a high-end piece. The rich wood grain adds warmth and elegance to the space. Consider pairing with brass handles for an extra touch of luxury. (Semihandmade). Achieve a chic and interesting look for a PAX wardrobe with wood front panels and small stylish knobs. This simple hack adds elegance and sophistication.

November 4, 2024 - With that, two of the closet systems were slightly shorter than the third. Prior to fastening the pax units to the wall, I crafted individual boxes out of plywood for the shorter pax units. Placing these boxes on the two smaller pax units allowed them to reach the correct height to align with the third unit. To fasten the IKEA Pax units together, I carefully measured the desired spacing and inserted 2×4 and 2×6 lumber in those gaps.

August 13, 2025 - Step-by-step tutorial on Ikea hacks for a DIY walk-in closet using the Ikea PAX wardrobe system - the exact tools and materials you'll need!

July 31, 2025 - The macrame door cover is a fantastic way to finish off the Pax walk-in closet with a bit of texture. ... Loft spaces can be tricky when designing storage space, but this brilliant hack from Design Sixty Nine makes great use of a Pax system to fit into an awkward space. You do need to make adjustments, but you are not starting from scratch with the Pax wardrobe. The genius part is the use of colour to tie it all into the room. ... We love the minimalist style of the doors on this Ikea Pax wardrobe hack from Style Juicer.

September 5, 2023 - She used the basic IKEA Cabinets but went for a high end finish with custom cabinet doors and drawers fronts. It doesn’t look IKEA at all! For Julia’s daughters’ bunk room, tore out the closets, and installed 2 PAX units.

February 10, 2024 - Learn how to create a custom built in cabinet or closet with this IKEA PAX hack from our DIY office built in cabinets!