Learn how to make your own home-office, back to school, or homeschool organizer with this easy DIY Ikea Kallax Shelf hack. The DIY built-in inserts are perfect for organizing paper and folders.

supplies needed

Ikea Kallax

Handy Craft Tray

Fine grit sanding sponge

Tack cloth

Handy Craft Cup

Shellac-based Primer

paint in color of your choice

STEP 1 – PREP

www.anikasdiylife.com

Scuff the entire surface with a fine-grit sanding sponge. Clean up all the dust with a tack cloth.

STEP 2 – BUILD IKEA KALLAX DIVIDERS

www.anikasdiylife.com

Rip up the ½” plywood into supports for the dividers. Attach the dividers onto the cubbies using a strong adhesive and hold in place with clamps while it dries.

STEP 3 – PAINT

www.anikasdiylife.com

Paint the final colors. Apply at least 2 coats.

www.anikasdiylife.com

To add a little unexpected twist, I wrapped the color around to the sides and added a little “mural”.

www.anikasdiylife.com

Swipe up to learn how to make a Ikea Kallax Shelf

The Ikea Kallax Shelf is ready!