IKEA HACK: DIY BANQUETTE SEATING | BUILDING CUSTOM BANQUETTE SEATING USING THE IKEA KALLAX

This video is all about how I created custom banquette seating in my dining area by hacking the IKEA KALLAX shelf unit. As always, my first step in any IKEA hack was watching a series of "how to" videos. Although I haven't mastered upholstery, @cyberseams and @meetthemakers7128 have. I watched both of their videos (linked below) to help me figure out some basics. Keep in mind, this is a video on how to create banquette seating, not a master class on upholstery. Your girl struggled all the way through, but I couldn't be happier with the end result. One thing I would do differently next time, when using patterned fabric, is to ensure the design is going the same way on each panel. But I was short on fabric and had to cut some corners (literally) and the fabric on a few of my panels is cut in a different direction so that I could make use of every inch of fabric. Overall this was a simple project. It is tedious work, but pretty easy once you get going. As always, let me know if you have any questions in the comments!
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HELPFUL VIDEOS
@meetthemakers7128 : How to Reupholster a bench
• How to reupholster a b...
@cyberseams How to Upholster a Bench
• How To Upholster A Bench
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L I N K S
IKEA KALLAX ‣ www.ikea.com/us/en/p/kallax-s...
Project Panel ‣ liketk.it/4J2zX?product=b14a5...
High Density Foam ‣ liketk.it/4J2zX?product=b14b4...
1 inch Foam ‣ liketk.it/4J2zX?product=b14b3...
Piano Hinges ‣liketk.it/4J2zX?product=b14ae...
French Cleats ‣ liketk.it/4J2zX?product=b14af...
Batting ‣ liketk.it/4J2zX?product=b14b6...
TOOLS ⚒️
Basic tool box ‣ amzn.to/46M5a91
Drill ‣ amzn.to/3S7EFpZ
Circular Saw ‣ amzn.to/3McDVMt
Staple Gun ‣ liketk.it/4J2zX?product=b14b8...
Bread Knife ‣ amzn.to/3xnxiTs
Miter Saw ‣ liketk.it/4J2zX?product=b14b9...
MATERIALS & SUPPLIES
1x6s (measure the space in feet then divide by 2 to determine how many you need I bought 2 extra just in case)
1x2s (you will need 2 for each board you create)
Wood screws
3M Adhesive Spray
3/8" Staples
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[@LaShumbraBates]

Wow! You made that look so easy. I've wanted banquette seating for years. This makes me feel like I could possibly do this. 😀

[@prettylillawyer]

Omg thank you!! You can absolutely do it!! I have faith in you 😁

[@Randalynn87]

You do such a great job of explaining what you’re doing. I actually feel like I could do this!

[@prettylillawyer]

This made my day! This is exactly what I want people to feel when they come here. You can absolutely do this!! 🫶🏾

[@suspendeddisbelief786]

You're back!? Love your hair in this. Will you do a life update video?

[@prettylillawyer]

I’m so sorry to have kept you guys waiting. I’m back, and that’s a great idea!

[@NanettePatterson302]

Love this!!🥰

[@prettylillawyer]

Thank you!!