Get smart with space

‘Low shelves and clothes pegs small fingers can manage make this a space where it’s easy for a child to join in with the laundry,’ says Kristina. ‘ALGOT is a really flexible system, you can fit all the functions you need for laundry in a small space, and swap it round when your needs change. Adding a rail to dry clothes on hangers saves space and saves time on ironing, too!’

Store things clearly

‘Transparent boxes make it easy to see where things are and, visually, they make the space seem bigger as you can see through them. We stored all the chemicals for washing on high shelves, out of the children’s reach. For small items you need to keep here, like scissors and pins, try smaller jars and pots to store them in an orderly way.’

Get smart with space

‘Our idea was to make a nook in the bathroom useful. Even if you don’t have space for it all, you can take parts of the idea and use them anywhere at home – in any cupboard or on any wall. The SKÅDIS pegboard is small but functional and adjusts to your needs with hooks and shelves. The shelf above the washing machine is deep so it doubles as a worktop, a spot to fold laundry.’

We love to see our customers get creative with our products. Go for it! But please note that altering or modifying IKEA products so they can no longer be re-sold or used for their original purpose, means the IKEA commercial guarantees and your right to return the products will be lost.