Wow! Take a look at this remarkable makeover from a cheap Ikea dresser, turned into a glamorous piece of furniture! Just shows how with a little imagination, you can create a beautiful piece of high-end looking furniture to wow your guests!
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Keep reading for instructions on how to create your own Ikea Greek key dresser!
Instructions:
- Paint the dresser your desired color, here we used gold acrylic spray paint for the trim and a baby blue for the rest
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- Measure out thin pieces of wood for your Greek keys, depending on how you want them (vertically, horizontally, big, small) making sure that the keys will cover any knob holes
- Using a miter saw, cut, glue, and paint (two coats) on the Greek keys. Don’t paint the back since it will be glued onto the dresser.
- Glue the Greek keys, and voila!
BDB Tip: I recommend finding a dresser without a laminate finish such as this one from Ikea which is easier to paint.
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I always find IKEA furniture easy to adapt and ‘improve’ but that’s what they are for, is it not?
This is really good and I think I’ll be trying it, but then you can always add your own twist too!
Thanks
Hey Jason!
Thanks for the comment, I also love adding a twist to Ikea furniture. It’s so easy since most of their furniture is like a “blank canvas” just waiting for you to add some creativity! Stay tuned for more great ideas!
Suzy Q
This is absolutely amazing! Pinning this
Hey Jenny! Thanks a lot glad you enjoyed my post!
Suzy Q
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Where did you get those lamps? I love them!
This is such a great idea. I am going to Ikea tonight to pick up that dresser!
Hey Alyssa! I believe the lamps are vintage. Look around at your local thrift stores and see if you can find some retro lamps to match your new dresser!
XOXO,
Suzy Q
Hi, love what you did on this dresser. Do you have the aqua paint name?