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Add a litlte extra storage without breaking the bank with these 17 Ikea Rast Hacks. Completely customize this 3-drawer dresser to suit any space and style.

Add a litlte extra storage without breaking the bank with these 15 Ikea Rast Hacks. Completely customize this 3-drawer dresser to suit any space and style.

Ikea Rast dresser updates, makeovers, and hacks – Don’t miss these DIY projects!

Are you in need of a little extra storage, but short on cash? Look no further than the Ikea Rast 3-drawer dresser. And at a price tag right around $40, the value can’t be beat! Plus, with one of these 15 handy DIY tutorials, you can completely customize your Rast to suit your space.

It’s a bit smaller than the 3-drawer Tarva dresser, making it a great option for nightstands, kids rooms, or small space living.

17 Creative Ikea Rast Hacks

1 – Midcentury Modern Triple Dresser Hack

Midcentury Modern Triple Dresser Hack

Source: Reality Daydream

This knock-off DIY is pure genius! The inspiration dressers were $850… EACH. This blogger made her own triple dresser for a fraction of that price.

2 – Rustic Industrial Nightstand

Rustic Industrial Ikea Rast Hack

source: Cherished Bliss

By cutting horizontal lines across the door fronts, you can “fake” the look of planks.

3 – DIY Console in Crisp White with Black Knobs

DIY Media Console Ikea Rast Hack

source: In Between Chaos

Grab 4 Rast units to come together as a giant Rast hack, a media console table.

4 – Craft Room Desk Storage

DIY Craft Table Ikea Rast Hack

source: Addison Meadows Lane

Build a custom home office desk or craft space with built-in storage. Beautiful and functional!

5 – Glam it up with Black and Gold Wallpaper

Hollywood Glam Ikea Rast

source: Good Housekeeping

Grab some wallpaper remnants and glam up this plain dresser. Black paint and new hardware make for an extra dramatic effect.

6 – Paint Sticks “Fake” the Look of Wood Slats

Modern Rustic Ikea Rast Hack

source: Dandelion Patina

Use paint sticks to fake the “reclaimed wood look” on the drawer fronts and dresser sides.

7 – Weathered Gray Finish with Glam Gold Hardware

Ikea Rast hack with gray wood stain and gold handles

source: Live Love DIY

Check out this blog tutorial for the perfect weathered gray stain mix. And those gold drawer pulls are absolutely DIVINE!

8 – DIY Antique-Style Apothecary

Rustic Ikea Rast hack - apothecary cabinet

source: Ikea Hackers

Add a little bit of plywood, stain, and new hardware, and you’re in business with an apothecary-style dresser.

9 – Makeover with Stencils

Stencil and Paint Ikea Rast makeover

source: Apartment Therapy

This stencil Rast makeover is absolutely stunning. It doesn’t even look like an Ikea piece anymore.

10 – Wood Shims Create a Unique Look on Drawer Fronts

Ikea Rast hack with wood shims

source: House of Hepworths

These wood shim drawer fronts once again prove that these little pieces of wood are one of the most versatile craft/DIY supplies!

11 – In the Navy – Classic Rast Nightstand

Ikea Rast makeover with drawer trim and navy paint

source: Sincerely Marie Designs

Never underestimate the power of drawer front trim and a fresh coat of paint.

12 – Wallpaper Drawer Fronts in a Kid’s Room

Ikea Rast dresser makeover with wallpaper and paint

source: At Home with Ashley

Add a little bit of wallpaper to drawer fronts to add a bit of whimsy. Perfect for a kid’s bedroom.

13 – Cottage Chic with Moulding Frames

Cottage Style Ikea Rast Hack

source: This Old House

A custom kickplate and new moulding make for a cottage chic dresser.

14 – Grain Sack Painted Finish

Ikea Rast hack with grain sack stripe

source: Our Southern Home

Hop on the vintage farmhouse trend with this striped dresser tutorial.

15 – Driftwood Finish Wood Stain

Brushed stain Ikea Rast hack

source: Love & Specs

This Rast hack has the perfect driftwood finish, and I’m in LOVE!

16 – Apothecary Nightstand

Apothecary style Ikea Rast hack

source: Thrifty & Chic

The combination of the wood finish and metal hardware make this a perfect addition to a modern farmhouse style bedroom.

17 – Ikea Rast Dining Room Buffet

Ikea Rast Dining Room Buffet

source: Southern Revivals

Drawers are such a practical option for added storage – and this DIY buffet adds much-needed storage without taking up too much space in the dining room.

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More Ikea hacks I think you’ll LOVE:

  • Ikea Tarva Dresser Hacks Take a simple wooden dresser and add a little bit of creativity to create a stunning custom furniture piece, with these 12 Gorgeous  Ikea Tarva hacks.
  • Ikea Alex Drawer HacksThe popular Ikea Alex drawer units are a frugal way to create great-looking furniture with plenty of storage space.

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