Thrifted IKEA PAX wardrobe repair HACK! | REISSUED
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- Опубліковано 6 кві 2023
- I desperately needed some closet space! So I broke down and went with the IKEA PAX wardrobe system. But due to stocking issues and prices, I opted to go with some pieces I found on Facebook Marketplace! Road trip!
The secondhand PAX units I found were in pretty good shape - but had some damage to the back panels. Check out how I fixed them!
Also, be sure to watch until the end to see my plans for my bedroom makeover! I need your input - so drop a comment to share your thoughts!
Check out my bathroom makeover! - • EXTREME guest bathroom...
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I have no intellectual input on your interior design decision. However I do wanna compliment your great use of the word relegate and your Mr Pringles mustache. And the secret MVP of your videos has been your parents shout out to them.
Haha thank you so much for watching and sharing these amazing thoughts! And yes my parents are so amazing ❤️
You have the most unique diy/reno channel on UA-cam and I just love when one of your videos drop!
Thank you so much Jo! I always look forward to hearing from you! Thanks for continuing to watch and comment ❤️
love the idea of using doors as cupboards! always such inspiring ideas
Hey Andrew! Another great video. Since you asked, i am going to provide my thoughts.
1. Yes, turn the closet bext to the fireplace into built-ins.
2. Yes, open the Guest Room to your room to allow light and be able to close it off when needed.
3. Yes, do a straight line of wardrobes to use all of the drawers and allow the door to open fully.
As always, thanks for asking fir unput. It is fun to be on your Journey. It was so fantastic to se you and Dad on the Road Trip! Be well - Don
You are by far, one of the most talented people on UA-cam! I love absolutely everything you are doing with your home. I am binge watching all of your videos and I cannot get enough!
Agree! Also binge watching.😊
@@sarahrosen4985- me too! 👋🏼👋🏼🦘🇦🇺🐨
Same here!
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Your channel will go through the roof, wait for it!
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You are so creative, have so many talents and such a cute personality! (Or is it sweet? I'm not native..)
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So glad and happy, people like you exist..
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Loved your take on dark interiors and why you went with white interior. I am always on the lookout for bags without a black interior. You should start a bag line with your sewing and artistic talent. Over the shoulder cross body. In your free time. 😆
Thanks, UA-cam for making this channel pop up. Love it!
I second that!
I did my whole bedroom in grass cloth wallpaper in my last apartment in Florida and LOVED it! I live just outside of Savannah, GA now. Just got done building my house. I was my own GC and the hardest part was finding a reasonable priced carpenter to do the custom walk in closets I wanted so I ended up with a temporary, albeit wood, slap happy job that works for now. I think I need to borrow your dad 😂
This video is 2 months old, so you've probably already completed this project, but here goes. Put three cabinets in a row. Keep your drawers. You can add a mirror on wall to right behind the doorway. Add a built in next to fireplace to tie in. Take out closet and often to guest room. I love your blue sofa!
Howdy Andrew!! You've certainly been blessed with unique vision & can see through the dull & dingy to see that wow factor in any piece! I just stumbled upon your channel & have been binge watching your videos! I love what you've achieved with the raw materials you've accumulated. Love your little bungalow & what you've done with it!!! It should be so stunning when you get it done!!!! Hugs from Ohio!
Hey Ken! I’m so happy you found my channel! Thank you for watching and taking the time to leave such a lovely comment. Can’t wait for you to see what’s next! ❤️
I’ve been researching and planning for ikea pax myself. I’ve read and heard alike that the corner configuration actually wastes space in the corner because you’re basically sectioning out the very back corner. With that and all else you’ve considered, I vote go with all on one wall and potentially add the third 19” skinny. Put the full length mirror on the wall behind the swinging door. New follower and love your videos! And go dawgs ❤
So glad to have you here! Yes, that plan has been the most popular… and I agree! Now I’m just trying to find the 19” on FB marketplace 😂
I’m late to the party but in our 164 year old house (just north of Atlanta!) we have a guest bed in front of a single window in a wonky way so we hung curtains as though there were two windows to make the room feel more centered. We have used all the shelves and rods to maximize the space in our old closets. IYKYK
😂 I thought I was the only who carried large furniture in my hatchback. I bought a pax last year and brought it home in my Toyota Yaris hatchback lol and yesterday I bought another huge pax in my Honda Fit hatchback lol😅. Nice video 👍.
Haha amazing! I’m constantly surprised by what we can fit in that car 😂 Sounds like you have a good thing going 🙌🏻
I’ve wallpapered on front with damask design panels, molding and French handles. You can do so much.
Sounds amazing! 🙌🏻
haha you have patience, I would have thrown the whole thing accross the room hahah. Close to the way it was is always best. You have great instincts so go with your gut. No corner unit, make a double cabinet with a cool leaning mirror. Can't wait to see it all done.
Loved seeing the reissued window in the background at the start of this... Also, now that I know that you're doing up a 30s house, the design on the window etc makes a lot more sense. It does give me strong art deco vibes. And your work on the bathroom - yes, totally so art deco, love it! I did cringe a bit at the idea of painting whole wall, including fireplace, in the bedroom. Not because of the changes to old property so much (in the UK, anything from the 1930s is hardly an old property... even Victorian 1830s would be bog standard here!), but just because I worry it'd be a bit too oppressive maybe, though I get the point about darker spaces for cosiness. I love so many of the pieces you have been gathering, and love to see a place with any amount of history being thoughtfully and caringly refurbished, so go you!! Awesome...
Thanks for much for watching and leaving such a thoughtful comment! It’s crazy to think of how old most properties are in the UK! That must be amazing. I’m really honored and inspired to have a relatively old property here in the US… I love the history of older spaces… one of the things I loved about NYC when I lived there. I hear ya about the black in the bedroom… I’m not 💯 on that decision yet. I’m planning to start with the ceiling and see how that feels. I’m not scared of black but I don’t want to lose too much definition in the fireplace or in any built ins I add.
@@REISSUED thank you so much for replying! I think that’s a great idea to start with ceiling first and then decide. I definitely think the fireplace might suffer from loss of definition so can see why you’d be concerned there. Oh my gosh the history is amazing to be sure. I couldn’t survive without it. I live in the most Tudor city in the UK (highest number of Tudor age or older streets remaining). The cathedral dates back to the late 11th century around about 1096 I believe. Right behind my flat there is a street with 40 or so places dated between 1500 and 1650 and also the oldest residential building still in the city built in 11-something. And we have more than one pub still in use from the 1200s. The market place is the only market place in all Europe that has been in continuous use in the same site beneath the Norman castle for 900+ years. It’s crazy but glorious. And one of so few places where a cathedral is still the only high rise you can see. One of the things I love most about it. Any history lover can do no better really haha. I love the 30s tho as I have a real obsession with 20-40s decor and style which makes me super jealous and interested in your lovely house project. :-) So invested haha.
@@iamsherlocked2 wow! That history is insane! So happy to have your perspective on my space!
I totally laughed out loud at you in the car on the way home…PAX right up cozy with your head! 😂
Ok, I won't try this at home lol Thanks for letting us know because I can't afford stress. It already looks great, I can't to see what you decide!! No corner unit, 3 full wardrobes means more storage and that door opens right up, is better. You can place a floor mirror on the right side of your bedroom door. I'd open up the door next door for more light because there's an option for a lock. I'd definitely do a built-in draws and shelves for the other cupboard, it will definitely look great!
Thanks for watching and sharing your thoughts! I always look forward to seeing your comments!
@REISSUED touche! I feel exactly the same when you drop a video. It's so good to see you and your parents make the most of eachother. String family connections seems to be rare these days. You inspire me so much🙏
1) yes to axing the shallow closet, you can reuse the architectural elements when missing from other doors and windows (plinth corners) 2) yes to creating a connecting door 🚪 between rooms, I wanted to have it both ways in my house, so I got wardrobes from the restore, and will eventually put them on casters or furniture dollies, so they can be wheeled out of the way, a secret door if you will! 3) I like doing the 2 wardrobes and a 19 inch one along one wall, to not lose the drawers, and also it starts to feel too massive near the door, imho!
just discovered your channel, subscribed, i’m an avid repurposing person, and loved your take on fast furniture…
i do a lot of shopping at the restore(habitat for humanity stores)
and the Ikea I used to go to had a dinged and damaged area that you could score super cheap stuff, that maybe 🤔 be repurposed
love your content ❤
I luv the built in idea!
No corner unit. Yes to the full wall of Pax. Like the idea of shelving where that closet it. Not so sure about the opening between your master and guest room. I think that’s totally your call. I too love lots of natural light.
I think you should go with built ins on both sides of the fireplace. A dresser on the bottom would expand your storage exponentially!
I literally have the exact same configuration of Pax in my closet. The 2 large Pax wardrobes specifically. I chose to not use the backing and I wallpapered the back wall in my closet a black and white mural of a rooftop sketch of Paris. I am waiting on the corner piece as its back ordered currently. I too am wondering if I should just do a 19” Pax instead as a corner unit can take up valuable space. However something to consider is that instead of your interior door swinging all the way to the wall it would stop against the side of wardrobe creating a little hallway space into your bedroom. I like the narrow closet idea of a built in and I’m all about flow in a home! New sub here you have a great channel and bonus love how your parents help out!
Hey Mena! I actually just picked up a 19” cabinet today! I think I’m gonna forgo the corner unit and keep thing sleek and in one line. But I think the corner unit is still a great option! Let me know how it turns out! ❤️❤️❤️
I love all your ideas, the built in or a shelving unit would be sweet library look. I would do the straight wall of pax all the way along that wall. I think the corners are not the most usable.
Thank you so much! Yeah the straight wall of PAX seems to be the consensus… and I agree! Good call 🙌🏻
Take that door off and open that baby up! Love this
Love your idea for the built-in shelves next to the fireplace. Would be much more functional storage and give more styling opportunities!
My two cents on opening up that closet... I think making any bedroom, but especially the primary suite less private would hurt the resale value of the home even if it's historically accurate - and it's a missed opportunity for more built-ins or reconfiguring the closet to be more functional. That being said, designing your home around a mythical future owner's needs (and a random internet stranger's opinions) and not your own does nothing for your immediate quality of life so whatever you decide I hope it feels right and you're excited about it!
If you don't have a need to reallocate that baseboard trim to another part of your home maybe consider building up the pax units on a base frame so you can trim out the bottom! Would give a really incredible built-in look
Thanks so much for sharing your journey! I just found your channel and I'm binging your whole home series and loving every second.
In regard to the guess room door between the rooms, I previously lived in a house like that, and I left the door open, it opened things up.
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The best part of Ikea staple pieces like the PAX is that you can always find them second hand, and with patience save $$$. I did wall to wall with the IVAR system and spent half the cost of new by prowling craigslist, offerup and the cursed marketplace
When doing paste wallpaper, each roll has a lot number that should match for best results. Also, I found out that with lines like that, rather than concentrating on the top matching exactly, if I worried more about the middle where the gaze falls, it looked better. Yes, it might be a little off at the top or bottom, but where people look most was fixed.
I’ve never done peel and stick paper but I have done old school contact paper which I think is the basis for this. It’s a pain even without a pattern of lines. Lol
Yes we did end up prioritizing the area that would be seen most. Great tip! Thank you!
Im sure you will decide the best plan for your style. I say no to the corner unit but that just me. Love choice of paint for ceiling. Maybe a tall built in where the small closet is now. ??? Cant wait to see. You really have a wonderful style.
Use an antique dresser/stand with drawers as a bedside table for more storage and have the wardrobes all on one wall. Its a tough balance between having enough storage and not being over crowded. Lol Going through the same thing myself with a 100+ year old farmhouse 😆
Andrew we just moved to Savannah Ga from NY too LOL love your videos !!
Lol that looks like the most uncomfortable ride back ever lol!
I love the texture on that fabric!❤. That one would be my choice.
I agree with the idea of removing the closet door and replacing with a shelving unit or dresser. I love that idea of reopening the doorway between the rooms. It will allow you to enjoy all of your house. I have a spare/guest room which saddens me at times with how little I actually use it lol.
Oh boy... The wardrobe options are quite a conundrum. I think the door not opening all the way would bother me. I would personally make it one flat wall.
Your house is looking so beautiful. I'm enjoying watching your progress. Thank you for sharing. 😃
Thanks for watching Laura! I agree that the fabric is the way to go. The paper looks cheaper than I wanted and the color is too pink for my more yellow toned beiges. Plus, I got the whole roll of fabric for $5 and the wallpaper was like $100! Still thinking on the wardrobes…
LOVE the idea of painting the wall black and the idea of removing the right door for built-ins around the fireplace! Honestly, I could see you doing the same on the left side. That would allow you to keep some storage, maybe even adding a chair to that nook. It would nod to symmetry without being perfectly symmetrical since the spacing and depth are slightly different on either side. I like honoring the history of the house, but losing some privacy doesn't seem worth it to me. On the other hand, I hear you about natural light.
Awkward spacing is hard! I wouldn't add the corner Pax unit, but maybe add the 19 inch or doing the full length mirror (or consider mounting a full-length to the cabinet)?
I also like that you went for centering the bed in the room and ignoring the window; I did the same in my room. The only difference is I added floor-to-ceiling curtains - when closed you can't even tell it's off center. I'm a light-sensitive sleeper, so I appreciate the function and the drama!
Hey there! Love your thoughts about the built ins! Definitely something to keep in mind… I’m not opposed to curtains other than that I want to keep a strong architectural look on that wall to balance the softness of the bed. Plus I’m not a light sensitive sleeper at all and I worry that the curtains would be hard to reach. Lots to think about! Thanks so much for watching and sharing your thoughts! ❤️
Andrew one thing about that paper is that the repeat is not always where you think it is, or where it should be. Without taking the backing off try to line it up as many as 6 squares away, although it looks like it would be square to square, the repeat could be 18" away. Also, you have to be really careful not to stretch it at the same time. This is just the crappy way they printed it. Another reason you are suppose to get all the same run and lot. It really aggravates me when your seams don't match, looks like you did a bad job.
It is inside the cabinet and you are the only one that knows the problem, don't worry about it.
i felt your pain with that wallpaper. such a nice dad to work with you.
1. i totally agree w/ @SaadAlDossary on the curtain plan- that would really balance that space behind the bed. as it is, it's very jarring. I also kind of like his idea about painting the entire wall (fireplace & closet doors) black, but i think that would actually make it look more modern- which i think is better (less busy)
2. i know a corner unit is a big space saver but i think better to go for 3 units side by side. it will look cleaner & streamlined that way. and maybe it's just me but a wardrobe w/ a corner unit screams I am PAX.
3. yes, i love that idea of removing the small closet in the corner & putting in built in shelves - more interesting, it will look (& be lol) built in). (but i don't know about painting the built in black too...., that would be pretty intense).
4. and yesi would put in a doorway connecting the 2 rooms . it's easy to close & lock when you have guests, & more light is always better. FLOW is important.
Hey Yunah! Thanks for weighing in! ❤️❤️
I agree with taking out the door for the built ins, but you are going to need closed storage especially in the bedroom, so I personally wouldn't open up the small closet to the guest bedroom, it would just be wasted space I fear.
For the pax, I'd say all on a single wall and the mirror behind the door, or on the wall near the future built-ins, so you have some natural light coming in and you can always put light over the mirror or around it for a better light. I used to have my mirror in a dark corner of the house and I couldn't see much, so that's why I'm talking about lights and where and how they hit you.
I'd seriously consider opening that little shallow closet right up, not just remove the door, and go with drawers, and then shelves above. Re-opening the space between the two rooms is a nice idea, depends how often you have guests use that room, how light a sleeper you and they are.
Material has what’s called a pattern repeat length. It’s usually detailed on the back and simply signifies the measurement when the pattern repeats itself. So when your trying to align it, you know the measurement to use. Maybe the wallpaper has one too. Even though the lines look the same all he way down, this may not be the case. Not sure if I explained this well, but I found it hard to put into words
Consider a brass kick plate on your front door.
Do not wrap the closet too modern looking, remove door on small closet do built ins. I did that in my house and love love it.
Starting working on that yesterday! 🙌🏻
When your dad pulled out of the drive, I thought, "that is Atlanta, Dekalb county". Of course I could be really wrong, but no sense in doxing anybody.
I am thinking about trying that hack with my pax wardrobe because I have to move (again) and I really don't want it to go to waste
I would add the extra unit on the other wall with the add-on. You can't have too much storage. Plus, you won't really use the space behind the door for anything else.
I think that might make the corner feel cramped… so I’m not sure… Thanks for weighing in!
Das Schlafzimmer gefällt mir bis dahin sehr gut, ich würde die Decke ab der Stuckleiste nach oben hin in einer helleren oder sogar dunkleren Farbe streichen...
The pax carcasses look simple to diy, but with the price of plywood I’m wondering if it’s even worth making, or if it’ll come to the same price as pad unit
Instead of re-opening up the closet to the other room, could you build out the wall to be even with the wall of the fireplace, so you'd then have a very big closet?
I'd do the one line and put the mirror behind the door
Add an extra smaller wardrobe. If it won't make the walk way between the bed and the ensuite too awkward. Also i would reopen the door. Although the feng shui is a whole other issue in your room, the way your face lit up when talking about honouring the original architecture I think that you can't not do it. I would also definitely make that unusable wardrobe built ins. I'm sure you would use the storage. And it would balance having cabinetry/ wardrobes on the other side of the room.
Why not build something else to put drawers in to?
No corner unit, add another if you need the space, small closet build in, leave other closet as is. 😊