HALLWAY MAKEOVER | IKEA PAX HACK FOR TRADITIONAL WARDROBES | Laura Melhuish-Sprague

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  • Check out the paint we used on Benjamin Moore’s eStore to purchase paint and paint samples online or to find a store near you: www.inflcr.co/SHBQs
    #BenjaminMoore #BenjaminMooreUK #AD
    Our top tips/what we use for doing this hack yourself:
    Base
    22mm plywood base
    12mm mdf strips for packers/feet
    Super glue + wood glue
    Carcasses / main structure
    50cm x 2 (www.ikea.com/gb/en/p/pax-ward...)
    100cm x 1 (www.ikea.com/gb/en/p/pax-ward...)
    44mm wide square planed timbre (www.wickes.co.uk/Wickes-Redwo...) - used to separate the PAX units and make a frame at the same time. If we were to do this project again we would use something more like C16 construction timbre so provide the spacing (www.wickes.co.uk/Wickes-Sawn-...) and plane the edge to give a nice flat look. C16 can be found in many sizes so you could bring it out however far required by the hinge and door designs you go for.
    Skirting board (www.diy.com/departments/metsa...)
    Wood screws (~3.5mm x 40mm) + X8 Glue (www.screwfix.com/p/no-nonsens...)
    Doors
    Ikea PAX hinge doors - plain (www.ikea.com/gb/en/p/forsand-...)
    6mm Hard board strips for faux shaker style - 60mm wide strips
    Blum hinges (www.ironmongerydirect.co.uk/p...)
    Blum plates (www.ironmongerydirect.co.uk/p...)
    Handles shorturl.at/doBWZ
    Super glue + Wood glue
    Decorative frames
    12mm x 44mm planed wood (www.wickes.co.uk/Wickes-White...)
    If we did this project again we would use the C16 wood as above and then not need this step
    #IKEAHACK
    Thanks to Benjamin Moore for sponsoring this video.
    The Links above may be affiliate links and include some gifted items from brands. If I inspire you to purchase an item through one of the links I may receive a small commission on the sale. This doesn’t effect you as a buyer
    Get in touch with me via enquiries@livingmystyle.co.uk
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  • @JL-hn6hi
    @JL-hn6hi 2 ปีที่แล้ว +144

    The crown molding on top looks splendid… no worries!

    • @markblemler5410
      @markblemler5410 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I concur. The proportion is perfect.

    • @aprilfrenchdesign
      @aprilfrenchdesign 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I agree as well! Don’t change it!

    • @1spiderma
      @1spiderma 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Where did you get the crown moulding from?

  • @lesleyb26
    @lesleyb26 2 ปีที่แล้ว +54

    Aww! Sweet Olli who put the handle on the door even though it was late because he knew it would make you happy 😊

  • @audreysutherland4739
    @audreysutherland4739 2 ปีที่แล้ว +105

    Ollie is amazing! He is so knowledgeable and skilled and humble. He did a great job as always. Laura, you have the vision and he executes beautifully with help from you. Love these videos. I look forward to Friday evenings to see the latest transformation. x

    • @alanjones9742
      @alanjones9742 ปีที่แล้ว

      Oh laura and ollie you truly complement one another great idears onthe landing wall drobes ollie you are so flexable in what you can do it saves afortune in money love fridays thanfs for the journey guys lovey paint colours chosen

  • @sandiwalker761
    @sandiwalker761 2 ปีที่แล้ว +42

    The wardrobes definitely are "bespoke." Great job again. B Moore is a fabulous paint and a good sponsor for you two. BTW, Alabaster is a beautiful B Moore white, along with several others. Sandi

  • @stephanieiv1163
    @stephanieiv1163 2 ปีที่แล้ว +55

    Wow! This is a phenomenal upgrade! Well done! Plus: I find the crown thingy perfect. It gives a slightly more seriously Victorian vibe to it. Just lovely. You two are so hard working, and the attention to detail is just absolutely astounding. Chapeau.

  • @vivaldi1236
    @vivaldi1236 2 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    Stunning. Totally. In North America, we call those hinges: European Hinges. The cornice is not too large; rather it is proportional to the piece. Laura, your design style and Ollie, your high visual spatial ability enable superb execution.

  • @ngaiosbrain
    @ngaiosbrain 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Looks spectacular but more than that it's so great to see you problem solving as a couple and handling complications with such good grace and humour!

  • @Stephanie-lg1cm
    @Stephanie-lg1cm 2 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    We’ve lived in and renovated 2 Victorian homes and they both had beautiful original cupboards built on the landings where you’re building yours, very lucky. I absolutely love Benjamin Moore paint colours and as we’re repainting this year I’m so excited about choosing colours for our home from them. The cupboards are stunning! I don’t think the cornice is too big it looks proportionate to the size of the cupboards.

  • @lunarfaerie8552
    @lunarfaerie8552 2 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    You are both such a dream team! It’s so obvious you’ve both grown in knowledge and confidence in your style preferences and Ollie is so gently forthcoming with his advice. Wardrobes look totally unrecognisable as an IKEA Pax system-they’re gorgeous and so suit and complement the space.

  • @natvtxn1213
    @natvtxn1213 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    You guys have the ability to take something plain and turn it into something beautiful and classic. Would never guess these were Ikea cabinets. Such a great team!

  • @norafleming8304
    @norafleming8304 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I'm from Ontario, Canada and as you were showing all your paints I was like "Check, check and check!". We use all of those paints for our DIYs. The Aura line is the MOST beautiful paint and, truthfully, I use STIX for everything. We always have a can on hand for projects around the house. Good luck!

  • @elleturnip
    @elleturnip 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I just so love you guys whispering about putting on the door handle it’s so cute, everything looks so good!!

  • @cheekyllamacreations
    @cheekyllamacreations 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Wow, it’s beautiful and so tasteful. I think the molding on top is perfectly in balance with the rest.

  • @marinabylett4458
    @marinabylett4458 2 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    Absolutely brilliant such a clever and talented couple x

  • @robynm5250
    @robynm5250 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    I think the cornice at the top looks perfect! I wouldn’t change it ☺️
    Amazing job. Probably the best ikea wardrobe transformation I’ve seen. Thanks for going into so much detail and showing your mistakes!

  • @liramalea7041
    @liramalea7041 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Paint hack I saw recently and wanted to share: put aluminum foil in the trey you put the paint in! When your finished painting just throw away the aluminum and you only need one paint trey ever😃 genius I think :) happy Friday 🤗

  • @jadejohns3107
    @jadejohns3107 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    The wardrobe is masterful and I love the cornice. Don’t change it.

  • @thatgirlnetty5308
    @thatgirlnetty5308 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    What a beautiful cupboard I love the paint color and the detail is spot on. You both do such good work, every detail is perfection. Love the door knobs they make the piece and really detail your floor color which are beautiful. Thank you for sharing.

  • @marleneciborowski4343
    @marleneciborowski4343 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You will love Ben Moore Paint. It's the only one we ever use. If you are painting kitchen cabinets, you should use the Advance line, which has a longer drying time because it performs like an oil based paint, even though it cleans up with water. I am not usually a white-wall person, but I have fallen in love with Ben Moore's color "String of Pearls," which is a chalky white that never looks yellow, dingy or glaring. It looks beautiful with York Gray, which is one of the Williamsburg historic colors. Your projects are amazing! You both have worked so hard on your home and the results are a really remarkable achievement.

  • @jaslynsoto
    @jaslynsoto 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I’ve recently found you on TH-cam and I’ve almost binged watched all your videos. I love how this came out and the personality you have. ✨

  • @helenalexander2567
    @helenalexander2567 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Oh Laura and Ollie this looks amazing. So pleased Benjamin Moore paint now available in the Uk 🇬🇧. I’m currently walking around my house looking at all I can paint with that colour🤣. Have a lovely weekend xxxx

  • @andrewford9287
    @andrewford9287 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Hello Laura
    Your wardrobes look fantastic and the colour makes them look very elegant
    Andrew 💐💜xx

  • @teresahalliday3680
    @teresahalliday3680 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    They look gorgeous! You two always amaze me!! My Dad always used Benjamin Moore paint. He was so good at all sorts of building and things but really didn't like painting. He wouldn't use any paint but Benjamin Moore because he said it went on so easily and didn't need as many coats as other paints. I'm in the US, BTW. The color you chose looks beautiful!

  • @prometheusv9477
    @prometheusv9477 2 ปีที่แล้ว +35

    You could layer the rug. Put a longer plain runner under the pretty rug you like so much.. it will actually sorta frame it. Problem solved.. keeping pretty rug.

    • @virginiaraffaeli8332
      @virginiaraffaeli8332 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      This is what I was going to suggest. A layered rug look there would look so lovely and allow the beautiful rug to stay

  • @kasiakozlowicz4917
    @kasiakozlowicz4917 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Love the Revere Pewter from Benjamin Moore: it is my absolute favourite colour. The wardrobe looks stunning.

  • @dusty1754
    @dusty1754 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Looks like a custom build, not flat-packy at all. Lovely!

  • @sallyowen1177
    @sallyowen1177 2 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    Another great job from the Dream Team ! They look amazing xxx

  • @sharonaxelrod4608
    @sharonaxelrod4608 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    It all looks lovely. You two are so Good together. I just love watching you both work.

  • @dlindsay913
    @dlindsay913 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The top molding is in proportion and not too big at all! Leave it! You are mastering the building skills! I always use Benjamin Moore paints. Never disappointed!

  • @sammychan7432
    @sammychan7432 2 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    The cornice looks perfect, given the height the proportions work. A puny cornice would look unbalanced.

  • @tobiafolabi3508
    @tobiafolabi3508 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    This is amazing!!! There’s an online shop called Foxstow which makes different style doors for IKEA pax and metod cabinets. They come either bare, primed or painted. It’s a more bespoke looking option and not super expensive. Looking forward to more DIYs in the future :)

  • @cambbrown6205
    @cambbrown6205 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Wow, this looks lovely I love the paint colour and the handles. Such useful storage. Oli is a 'very useful engine', so patient and precise and well designed Laura:-)

  • @aliceinwonderland.2080
    @aliceinwonderland.2080 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Ollie is an absolute master of DIY and with your vision Laura,you have created an amazing piece of furniture which is unique to you but has an IKEA base. Genius! I really love the beautiful home you are creating and really admire and respect the amount of hard work you have both put into it.Can’t wait to see the next video.👏🏽👏🏽❤️🥰

  • @jackiewatkins521
    @jackiewatkins521 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Gosh you two are so clever, I love the wardrobe you made on the landing and the colour is 👌

  • @Hannah28995
    @Hannah28995 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow! They look amazing! I love how you don’t compromise on the details even if it’s more difficult.
    Ollie is so impressive how much he knows about DIY, also how calm you both are… my husband and I swear alot at eachother whilst doing anything like this 🤣

  • @stephanieskilton8820
    @stephanieskilton8820 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Can’t wait to see what you have planned to store in these wardrobes … and how you lay it all out in there !
    I love organisational videos … and these wardrobes will house a ton !!!
    Love your videos 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

  • @provocativestare
    @provocativestare 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    It looks incredible Ollie and Laura. What a stunning transformation!

  • @sammychan7432
    @sammychan7432 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Great to see your process on this, and all of the step-by-step troubleshooting.

  • @gabriellebluemarine4463
    @gabriellebluemarine4463 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    You two bring research, knowledge, skill, creativity and great style together....and then you share it with us. Thank you!

  • @kathywalsh9312
    @kathywalsh9312 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    So love watching the two of you working together - your skills have improved so much since you started this project. All the best to you Laura and Ollie!

  • @janicebrowningaquino792
    @janicebrowningaquino792 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love watching you two accomplish SO many things! I think you must be a good match for one another! Thank You!

  • @dawnastin648
    @dawnastin648 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Gorgeous look like classy in frame wardrobes - love the colour too x

  • @DixonRachel
    @DixonRachel 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is incredible! I also really appreciate you showing all of the trials and tribulations along the way. I often see renovations where people show the process as if there were no hiccups and it can be quite disheartening when your projects don’t go smooth sailing! Well done on yet another beautiful project! 😍🙌🏼

  • @reneecharles9178
    @reneecharles9178 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    It's such a joy to see you working together cohesively, even sharing the blames as you go alone!! You really do know what you're doing if you can correct your mistakes🤔🙋‍♀So ; intuitive in everything you do💁‍♀ Well done again, every mistake is a learning curve✌

  • @Floralie
    @Floralie 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Oh wow!!! Looks fabulous. I love the panelled effect 😍🌸

  • @gillianhill4757
    @gillianhill4757 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Wow those wardrobes are amazing it is exactly what I could do with! You are the dream team!

  • @dianeoconnor5903
    @dianeoconnor5903 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow!! Great job . They look bespoke!! You are professionals now

  • @melomana91
    @melomana91 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    looks amazing! painting ikea furniture really does transform them!

  • @LaurenXanthe
    @LaurenXanthe 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Amazing!!!! They look so good. I love Benjamin Moore. My kitchen and lounge are White Dove, SUCH a gorgeous off white

  • @Sarcypants
    @Sarcypants 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    They look like they've always been there. Well done 🤩

  • @angiecowell5619
    @angiecowell5619 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    What an amazing job both of you. It looks incredible.

  • @junehulton8320
    @junehulton8320 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Wow. Wow. Wow. What a fabulous job...and so well done... It's a credit to your vision and his making it all work...you both have great patience...and what a transformation to the space and it looks a great colour... Best wishes from Lancashire....UK 😣🙂

  • @wendybishop2421
    @wendybishop2421 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Absolutely stunning, you two are so clever and a perfect combination team of you Design and Ollie delivers a masterpiece.So impressed every time.

  • @gailblissitt4504
    @gailblissitt4504 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Beautiful wardrobe…….Perfect job ! The crown molding looks in the right scale, to my eye…..
    Any smaller and it would look wrong. You should be very proud of yourselves !!!

  • @johnniealford25
    @johnniealford25 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Laura, these wardrobes turned out beautifully!

  • @rhonaholt9834
    @rhonaholt9834 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Absolutely gorgeous, well done both of you x

  • @McGiggleBicky
    @McGiggleBicky 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    That end section that you had to fill to match the doors would make a perfect jewellery cupboard, like the mirrors on stands that have a thin space behind it. Or a hidden safe. Looks amazing when you are finished

  • @Britbabe53
    @Britbabe53 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    You guys did an amazing job! The look stunning!

  • @marioncerrone3456
    @marioncerrone3456 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Absolutely stunning, well done.💖💖💖

  • @catherineasadi9226
    @catherineasadi9226 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Great looking finish and well done Ollie, he’s a keeper Laura! I’m off to IKEA Tuesday for these very wardrobes! And thinking of upgrading as you have 🤔 well done you two

  • @charlottemoran7952
    @charlottemoran7952 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    As usual I love them .They look great .Well done

  • @lorimariegrace614
    @lorimariegrace614 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    It looks amazing. Great job you two!!!

  • @mariannerady1137
    @mariannerady1137 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    fantastic job! This looks great

  • @signijagermane8387
    @signijagermane8387 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Wow! That’s so good! You guys make such a great team! Absolutely love the idea and execution! Superb🤩

  • @Juli28809
    @Juli28809 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Beautiful job on the cabinets! ❤️

  • @gennarinabyrd1402
    @gennarinabyrd1402 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Everything is beautiful as it is. Thank you for sharing it with us

  • @christinabartlett5037
    @christinabartlett5037 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    They look amazing, well done to you both beautiful xx

  • @GemmaP22
    @GemmaP22 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    It looks amazing 😍 Well done both of you!!

  • @flamingoliz
    @flamingoliz 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    The cabinets turned out fantastic. What a beautiful built in- such nice storage and it looks like it belongs in your home. You both are so hard working. The color and trim looks great. Great job!

  • @neelauppurple9707
    @neelauppurple9707 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    You guys are amazing! It looks fab!. well done! 💜

  • @gloriaoppen8412
    @gloriaoppen8412 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    It looks beautiful!

  • @amandabradley6256
    @amandabradley6256 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    The wardrobes look AMAZING!

  • @marybethduke3263
    @marybethduke3263 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Looks fabulous! Wish I had room for that kind of storage!

  • @panamarubia1283
    @panamarubia1283 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Absolutely beautiful! Wow, I’ve never seen any pax transformation this amazing before! Great job. Y’all make a wonderful team!

  • @lynnewatts4619
    @lynnewatts4619 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Stunning!

  • @Gabi_T
    @Gabi_T 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Love it!! Looks incredible ❤️

  • @brendahall2018
    @brendahall2018 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Gorgeous job you guys! Looks amazing!!!

  • @patriciahall2223
    @patriciahall2223 ปีที่แล้ว

    What a beautiful job , love how you faced the doors ...a favorite color of mine from Benjamin Moore , such a good quality paint ( it's all I use) I love the crown moulding & door handles too ......Thank you for a wonderful video 🇨🇦

  • @peaceofrefuge
    @peaceofrefuge 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I have been looking for videos like this. There aren’t many on TH-cam. I like how this turned out.

  • @Maha-dn6eh
    @Maha-dn6eh 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is the best gray tune i have ever seen!!!

  • @jacquieevans1712
    @jacquieevans1712 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Well done, you two are amazing xxx

  • @rallyrally
    @rallyrally 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    yeesss!!! quality paint is always worth it!

  • @gretchenrw
    @gretchenrw 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I am currently renovating an old house, and your channel has been a lifesaver!

  • @zir786
    @zir786 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    this is actually amazing! very well done

  • @heidibarlow6687
    @heidibarlow6687 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Gorgeous!!!

  • @bethjohnson3100
    @bethjohnson3100 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Beautiful. And the colour is so dreamy 😍

  • @lieslanderson8221
    @lieslanderson8221 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Absolutely love these wardrobes. Well done!

  • @TheresaElle
    @TheresaElle ปีที่แล้ว

    Perfection!!! So regal and colour is gorgeous! You guys make a lovely couple ❤

  • @daniellea1015
    @daniellea1015 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    This video could not have come at a better time!! I am renovating my dining room and was looking into Ikea built-ins. Thank you for going over things that you would have done differently! Now I know what to plan for! :) Great job!

  • @SuperMolly1962
    @SuperMolly1962 ปีที่แล้ว

    wow looks amazing 👏👏

  • @jillyfrances
    @jillyfrances 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    It looks amazing! You guys are so clever. 🙂

  • @luannesantana9430
    @luannesantana9430 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Beautiful!

  • @TheNomadicTrader
    @TheNomadicTrader 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    The cornice and wardrobe looks stunning 👌🏻

  • @farmers-daughter2000
    @farmers-daughter2000 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    They are very gorgeous. Glad I came across you video.

  • @athinaforouli
    @athinaforouli 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    A great wardrobe!! Congrats!

  • @julieparker9581
    @julieparker9581 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You guys are so great. I love the final result. I have an inherited IKEA kitchen and feel your pain with the hinges!

  • @janiceslavin307
    @janiceslavin307 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Looks amazing!!!

  • @alaskanrockvodka9622
    @alaskanrockvodka9622 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love this so much, many many thanks L and O for sharing info about how to do this. Will be giving this a red hot go in Sydney.

  • @wandaroach765
    @wandaroach765 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You guys did Amazing.

  • @sharonclarke8683
    @sharonclarke8683 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow it looks amazing, amazing job💕