20 best ikea products of all time
IKEA is one of the most iconic and revered furniture companies of all time.
Modern and minimal, IKEA’s furniture and home appliances are some of the most widely
sold in the entire world, and we’re willing to bet that most of you reading this have
at least one or two IKEA items in your home.
What makes an iconic brand?
Iconic products—those signature items that are so clever, so well thought out, and so
perfectly designed that it seems we find them in every home, everywhere we look.
SIMP DÉCOR has make the list of 20 most iconic products IKEA has ever produced.
1.Malm bed
It’s said that 1 in 10 Europeans is conceived
on an Ikea bed.
No word on whether they’re getting romantic on top of a Malm bed frame, but considering
its popularity, there’s a good chance of it.
Minimalists rejoice when they lay eyes upon this sleek and simple bed frame, which achieves
its primary purpose — holding up a mattress — with no need for bells and whistles.
And while some might turn up their noses at the idea of wood veneer, from a distance you
can’t even tell the difference.
Plus, you can’t beat the price.
2.Billy bookcase
According to The New York Times, a Billy bookcase
sells every 10 seconds.
There’s a very good reason for that.
If Ikea could be encapsulated into one single piece of furniture, it just might be Billy.
No-frills, utilitarian, serviceable — it’s a good bookcase.
And with a sub-$70 price tag, it’s no wonder everyone wants one.
Like so many other Ikea finds, Billy is also infinitely hack-able.
Make yours stand out by adding trim to make it look like a built-in, line a whole bunch
along one wall to create a library, or just leave it just as it is.
3.Poäng chair
One of Ikea’s best-selling chairs just celebrated
its 40th anniversary, but don’t think for a minute that it’s going out of style.
Poäng remains an enduring favorite thanks to the simple yet elegant design that’s
surprisingly comfortable.
Even if you happen to be shopping with an unlimited budget, don’t be shocked to find
yourself gravitating toward this particular chair.
4.Kallax shelf unit
Pretty much every home improvement store has
some version of this cube storage unit that you can fill with pretty baskets to hide all
your crap.
But of course, the Ikea version is probably cheaper.
The beauty of Kallax is the functionality and how you can go small with the basic four-hole
unit or go wild when you opt for the 16-hole version.
No matter what, you’ll find endless uses for all that extra storage space.
5.Stockholm rug
Rugs can cost many thousands of dollars, which
feels particularly painful when the cat throws up in the corner or your HVAC guy forgets
to take off his muddy boots.
But when it comes to Stockholm, you don’t have to worry about all that.
This flat weave rug comes in a variety of patterns (all the better to hide the dirt),
and for less than $300, you can use it for high-traffic areas of your home, guilt-free.
6.Rens sheepskin rug
In case you were wondering whether sheepskin
rugs are still trending — the answer is yes.
Rens lives on as an Ikea shopper favorite thanks to its versatility.
It can work as a throw rug or can dress up a piece of furniture to make it feel a little
fancy.
For $30, you can’t go wrong.
7.Lack side table
Scoring a side table for less than you spent
on lunch yesterday is one of the reasons that Lack remains such a top seller.
It’s not the most beautiful piece of furniture you’ve ever seen, but with a ridiculously
low price and endless websites dedicated to upgrading the design using DIY skills, Lack
is simply one of the best buys that Ikea has to offer.
8.Ektorp sofa
The couch is one of the most important purchases
you can make for your home.
For customers not fully committed to that quintessential Scandinavian aesthetic, Ektorp
offers a slightly more traditional spin that appeals to a wide range of design styles.
That’s exactly what makes it one of the best sellers ever.
9.Ribba frames
It’s easy to create the gallery wall of
your dreams when you buy black or white Ribba frames in bulk.
These simple frames allow the photograph to stand out, which is the point anyway.
Just try to find cheaper, nicer frames elsewhere.
It’s not possible.
10.Docksta table
Small room?
That’s not a problem when you opt for the sleek round Docksta table.
With room for four and a minimalist design that barely takes up any floor space, it’s
easy to see why Ikea shoppers can’t get enough of this dining table.
11.Klippan loveseat
This low-slung sofa is chic and classic, and
it also happens to be very inexpensive.
It’s the perfect purchase for anyone on a budget who wants their living space to look
like a million bucks without costing anywhere near that.
12.Råskog utility cart
While it’s not technically one of the 13
best sellers, this handy utility cart still deserves honorable mention as an eternal fan
favorite.
It may be advertised as a kitchen cart, but Råskog is so much more than that.
It allows you to store absolutely anything in any room of the house.
Tools?
Plants?
Toys?
Makeup?
Crafting supplies?
The possibilities are dizzying.
Save yourself the trip, and buy multiple carts at once.
You’re guaranteed to want more.
13.Färgrik mug
A 99-cent mug doesn’t need much explanation.
It holds coffee.
It costs a buck.
No wonder it flies off shelves on a daily basis.
14.Frakta shopping bag
Nothing says, “I just spent way too much
time at Ikea!” like that giant blue shopping bag.
But when it comes to practicality, Frakta has you covered.
The bag won’t rip even if you stuff it full of pointy stuff (like Ribba frames), and its
large size lets you tote around more items at once.
Use it for groceries, use it as a beach bag — no matter what, it’s a must-have.
15.ikea ranarp work lamp
This lamp would be perfect in a home office
that doubles as a guest bedroom.
It does double-duty as the perfect task light but is still chic enough to impress visitors."
16.Dvala duvet cover
Rather than wait for department stores to
host their annual white sales, head to Ikea and get the perennial favorite Dvala duvet
cover for a mere $25.
The crisp white will look good no matter what, and if someone tramples all over it with muddy
paws, oh well.
Just get a new one.
17.ikea section base drawer
"The matte black base cabinets in my kitchen
basically act as a bold blank canvas punctuating the lower half of my kitchen," she said.
"I applied black leather straps as the hardware to the doors and drawers.
The leather offers a natural material that is softer and will wear over time.
18.ikea kivik sofa
"The Kivik sofa in the basic white fabric
mixes well with just about anything.
I used two of these in my country house and surrounded them with super-high-end elements,
and everyone assumed they were Italian modern sofas.
They're really chameleon-esque."
19.ikea hemnes dresser
"The Hemnes dresser is a classic by now, and
for good reason.
Impossibly well priced, it provides ample storage and has a great scale.
The drawer knobs easily can be changed to personalize the look to suit almost any interior
style.
20.ikea gronadal rocking chair
"This gorgeous piece looks stunning adorned
with a cushion or sheepskin.
It's the perfect chair for any space, be it a bedroom or living room.
And that is 20 best ikea products of all time.
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