ᐅ Are there Ikea PAX wardrobes with built-in LED lighting?

Hello everyone, I am considering equipping my new IKEA Pax wardrobe with integrated LED lights to achieve better interior illumination. I am wondering if this wardrobe is available directly from the factory with built-in LED lighting, or if the lighting has to be purchased separately and installed by oneself? I’m interested in any experiences or information about product variants that IKEA offers with integrated LED lighting, preferably also regarding the quality and functionality of such solutions. Thanks in advance!

As far as I know, there is no directly integrated LED lighting in the PAX wardrobes. IKEA offers separate LED light kits that you can install later inside the wardrobe interiors.

Hello Lievken, to answer your question in more detail: IKEA does not supply PAX wardrobes with built-in LED lighting from the factory. However, you can find standalone LED light strips or puck lights in the IKEA range that can be easily installed inside the cabinet. These are designed for wardrobes and shelves and can be equipped with motion sensors or switches. In practice, this means you will need to install the lighting yourself, but thanks to well-designed mounting materials, this is relatively straightforward. If you are generally considering additional lighting, it might also be worth looking into compatible smart home solutions that can be used with the PAX system.

As an addition: IKEA sells various LED lighting sets specifically designed for the interiors of cabinets, not only for PAX but generally for furniture. These can be powered by plug-in power supplies or batteries and are usually not permanently installed, making them more suitable for retrofitting. Pre-installation for PAX cabinets is not common, which is understandable from both logistical and cost perspectives. Furthermore, important criteria to consider when choosing include color temperature, brightness, and ease of use.

I would like to provide a clear summary of the best ways to implement LED lighting with IKEA PAX wardrobes:

- There are no PAX wardrobes with factory-installed LED lights.
- IKEA offers various LED light strips (e.g., "Omlopp") and LED spotlights (e.g., "STÖTTA") that can be easily installed.
- Installation options are usually adhesive backing or screws.
- Power supply depends on the model and can be batteries or a power adapter.
- Important: When installing, consider the cost-performance ratio and the intended use (e.g., permanent lighting versus motion sensor activation).
- Third-party alternatives with Zigbee or Wi-Fi and smart home features expand the possibilities.

If you have some DIY skills, you can definitely create a well-functioning, customized lighting solution yourself.

Cecilera66 schrieb:
As far as I know, there are no directly integrated LED lights in the PAX wardrobes.

Thanks for the clear statement; this means that the option of factory-installed LED lighting is off the table for now.

gregto schrieb:
IKEA does not deliver PAX wardrobes with built-in LED lights from the factory. However, you can find separate LED light strips or puck lights in the IKEA range that can be quite easily mounted inside the cabinet frame.

That sounds quite practical, even though it means retrofitting. What price range do you expect when buying complete LED lighting kits for PAX? And how about their durability? I would like to avoid frequent replacement costs.