If you're looking for a versatile piece of furniture with a timeless design, you can't ignore Ikea. The manufacturer is popular worldwide for its designs - and precisely because most of the products have a basic look, they can be used in a variety of ways in the interior. This is where the buyers come in – they let their creativity run wild and spice up the furniture with paint, leftover wallpaper and washi tape. Skilled craftsmen can even convert them. When the functionality of the original concept meets the creativity of the customers, charming unique pieces are created that give the interior a homely character. As proof, we'll show you some DIY ideas you can use to transform the ever-popular Bekväm stool. Whether as a learning tower for the children, as a chic bedside table in the bedroom or as a bookshelf in the living room - the design possibilities are simply endless! Let the suggestions inspire you and maybe you will find one that you would like to make yourself.
The piece of furniture offers additional seating at the dining table
The Bekväm stool is made from untreated solid wood, the natural material is extremely durable, easy to care for and can be painted and varnished if desired. With dimensions: 43cm wide, 39cm deep and 50cm high, the piece of furniture proves to be a space-saving alternative to the chair. Its compact frame with two steps can withstand a maximum load of 100kg. At the same time, the step stool weighs significantly less compared to similar products. A handle opening allows for easy transport. Quick and easy assembly has become the trademark of the Swedish company.
All Ikea products can also be distinguished by their simple look - exactly inScandinavian style– recognize straight away. Bekväm is actually no exception - its clear lines and sculptural design language make it appear modern. The design fits particularly harmoniously into purist furnishings - and cuts a fine figure in a white dining room, for example. This means that the piece of furniture can also be presented untreated - you can use it as an additional seat when guests come. Of course, children will also be happy to sit on it. Our tip: The mix and match trend has been successful in recent years. You can combine several chairs made of different materials and use the stool as an accent.
Transform the stool into a learning tower
Recently, a piece of furniture has crept into the kitchens of many families - the learning tower. As part of a child-friendly facility, it is hard to imagine the interior without it. This means that the little ones can help with cooking, get to know new products on the worktop and watch their parents - in other words, practically participate in family life in the kitchen. But the learning tower is not only used in the kitchen - in the children's room, clothes and books are usually too high for the little ones in the first few years. With this piece of furniture, everything is within easy reach.
The Bekväm stool can be converted into such a learning tower. A frame is built from wooden slats and screwed to the stool at the end. Even inexperienced DIY enthusiasts can build the DIY project themselves in a weekend. At the end you can then paint the stool. Choose a color that does not increase the risk of slipping. Normal paint and some shiny wall paints are rather unsuitable for the craft project.
Bekväm stool becomes a flower stand
If you have tiles and wall paint left over from the last renovation, you can use them for the next project - paint the step stool an accent color (if you want to put the flower stand on the balcony or terrace, then choose specifically for use in the Colors suitable for outdoor use) and stick the tiles on the steps. Then you can arrange flower pots on top. The tiles will protect the sensitive wood from moisture and prevent mold from forming. Display the flower stand in a location protected from wind, on a stable surface.
The flower stand also fits harmoniously into the living room - it can also be placed as a side table next to the sofa and provide support for remote controls, magazines and small house plants. Washi tape and paint can help prevent the practical step stool from quickly becoming boring. Simply stick the paper tape on the surface to create geometric patterns and paint the piece of furniture in different colors. When the surface dries completely, you can carefully remove the tape. Optionally, you can create your own letter stencils and spray the chair with color spray. Depending on how complex the motifs are, the DIY project could take you several hours.
Shoe rack in the hallway
Choosing the right hallway furniture is often a big challenge – it has to be space-saving and look chic at the same time. In no time, the Bekväm stool becomes a homemade shoe rack. You can also equip it with a clothes hook. A practical idea for couples - shoes are placed on the floor and on the first step, gloves, sunglasses, books, watches and keys are on the second step. Coats and handbags are hung on the coat hook. This way you always have an overview and will always find everything you need in one place in the morning.
The step stool can be staged in a variety of ways in the children's room
The step stool proves to be a real all-round talent and also fits in the children's room. And while on the balcony, in the kitchen and in the living room it fades into the background thanks to a subtle color scheme, it becomes a real statement piece in the children's room. Here you can let your creativity run wild and experiment with strong colors. Paint the piece of furniture turquoise and decorate the step and seat with leftover wallpaper. You have already made an inviting children's table - where the child can paint, read or play. In the evening you can use the step stool as a bedside table. If friends come over, it offers additional seating space.
The available space is often too limited, especially in children's rooms. Then the parents look for space-saving furnishing options. A foldable table together with the step stool create a compact study space. A seat cushion made of faux fur offers optimal seating comfort and transforms the simple piece of furniture into a real eye-catcher. Depending on what color you paint the stool, you can stage it in both a girl's and a boy's room.
The children's kitchen is a very popular gift - numerous variants are available on the market. The surprise becomes much more personal when you build the children's kitchen for the little ones. For the project you only need three buttons, chalkboard paint, chalk, glue for wood and metal, dish drainer and accessories (old pots, cans, spoons, etc.) To start, gently wipe the step stool with a wet cloth, let it dry and then the steps with it Paint chalkboard paint. Let it dry for a few hours, in the meantime screw the draining rack under the upper step. Then attach the buttons with the special adhesive. At the end, draw the hotplates on the upper level with chalk. Complete! Perhaps the biggest advantage of the design is that it can be carried back and forth in different rooms. So if the child likes to play with it, you can “cook” together in the kitchen, or play with it outside on the terrace when the weather is good. And if you no longer find the children's kitchen interesting, you can simply repaint the Ikea stool and remove the knobs and draining rack.
A painting table is simply part of the children's room - especially small children between the ages of 1 and 6 love to paint. This promotes their motor skills, strengthens their self-confidence and trains their brain. At the beginning, the little ones can hold the pen in their fist. Little by little a technique develops and from the third year onwards they begin to draw simple human faces. This process helps the toddler come to terms with his feelings and further develop cognitive skills. Even if you have limited living space, you shouldn't do without it. The Ikea stool is ideal for this purpose - the little ones sit stable and can devote themselves to painting. At the same time, their foot movements are limited, so they cannot suddenly stand up unnoticed and put pictures on the nearby white high-gloss cabinet.
Bekväm stool as an additional support surface in the garden house
The small stool is not only a stylish piece of furniture in the house, but can also serve as a shelf in the garden shed. Its compact design proves to be very helpful, especially when space is limited. It fits perfectly under the garden table and can be combined with wall shelves and other storage systems. It can also be used as a step stool. In any case, if the stool remains outdoors, you should seal its surface with a special protective varnish and make it waterproof to be on the safe side. Optionally you can also paint it. In these cases, you can avoid oiling - wooden furniture is oiled once a year if the surface is otherwise untreated. But paint or varnish is completely sufficient.
Design a vintage hallway – transform the Ikea stool into an antique piece of furniture
Vintage pieces of furniture have an unmistakable charm - their curvy lines and slightly chipped paint bring a romantic touch to your own four walls. But even if you can't find what you're looking for at the flea market, you can easily recreate the look. Shabby Chic is the name of the concept that turns new into old. Wooden furniture can be easily spiced up. Wipe the stool with a wet cloth and allow it to dry completely. Then apply the base and at the end a layer of paint. Once the stool is completely dry, you can carefully sand the edges with sandpaper - this creates the “used” look. Vintage and shabby chic furniture can be perfectly combined with a Chesterfield sofa or armchair. You can also add a fresh touch to the furnishings in the living room in a maritime style.
The monochrome color scheme is becoming increasingly popular - inminimalist living styleIt looks modern, in trendy industrial style facilities it makes the beautiful lamps and home accessories stand out better. In the Scandinavian interior, the black and white interior scores with a simple, purist look. No wonder that the Bekväm stool fits harmoniously there. Even with two people, the design looks good next to the corner sofa.
Care for the stool properly
Wooden furniture needs special care. The Ikea furniture pieces are delivered untreated. They can then either be treated with a glaze - the Ikea Lasur Behandla has an anti-slip effect and is therefore the perfect option if thatPiece of furniture in the houseis used - for example in the children's room, in the bedroom or in the living room. If there is a risk that the surface will get wet (for example on the learning tower), you should choose a water-repellent protective varnish and use it to seal the wood. If the piece of furniture is being painted, you should definitely apply a surface. If the varnish or paint begins to flake off after a while, you must carefully sand the surface, clean it thoroughly from dust, let it dry and only then oil, varnish or stain it again.
If you decorate the step stool with wallpaper or washi tape, be prepared for the adhesive to be difficult to remove later. To prevent the colors from fading, you should not expose the wood to strong sunlight. Wallpaper and washi tape also have a hard time withstanding water. It's best to clean them with a slightly damp cloth and then let them dry completely. Make sure that the stool is at a certain distance from radiators. If you want to display it on the balcony or terrace, then you should preferably choose a covered, wind-protected location for it.
