Hello everyone, I am currently planning to modify my Ikea BESTÅ system specifically for use in the hallway and have a few specific questions.
I want to adapt the BESTÅ so that it provides enough storage space for shoes, jackets, and small everyday items, while also fitting visually into the hallway – keeping it tidy and not too bulky.
How can I effectively remodel or expand the BESTÅ? What types of doors, shelves, or additional elements do you use in hallway installations? Are there any clever tips to optimize storage space, especially for hallways that often have limited square meters?
I am really looking forward to your ideas and advice!
I want to adapt the BESTÅ so that it provides enough storage space for shoes, jackets, and small everyday items, while also fitting visually into the hallway – keeping it tidy and not too bulky.
How can I effectively remodel or expand the BESTÅ? What types of doors, shelves, or additional elements do you use in hallway installations? Are there any clever tips to optimize storage space, especially for hallways that often have limited square meters?
I am really looking forward to your ideas and advice!
A practical redesign of the Ikea BESTÅ system for the hallway should initially focus on a modular layout with different functions.
- Shoes are best stored in easily removable compartments or open shelves to ensure ventilation.
- For coats, a combination with hook rails or possibly an additional narrow hanging system on the side is recommended.
- Doors with glass inserts can visually brighten up the hallway but are more delicate; therefore, consider whether frosted glass might be more suitable.
- Create shelves systematically at various heights to accommodate items of different sizes.
The advantage of the BESTÅ system is its flexibility through modular components that can be easily swapped. I suggest first measuring the available space precisely and then assembling a combination of, for example, open and closed units to fit as well as possible.
- Shoes are best stored in easily removable compartments or open shelves to ensure ventilation.
- For coats, a combination with hook rails or possibly an additional narrow hanging system on the side is recommended.
- Doors with glass inserts can visually brighten up the hallway but are more delicate; therefore, consider whether frosted glass might be more suitable.
- Create shelves systematically at various heights to accommodate items of different sizes.
The advantage of the BESTÅ system is its flexibility through modular components that can be easily swapped. I suggest first measuring the available space precisely and then assembling a combination of, for example, open and closed units to fit as well as possible.
To optimize the Ikea BESTÅ system for the hallway, I would like to share some technically detailed tips based on several modifications I have experience with.
First, you should consider the load capacity of each module: shoes, especially heavier or multiple pairs, require sturdy shelves or dedicated shoe racks. Installing stainless steel strips to reinforce the shelves can be useful if you want to avoid heavy furniture.
Small everyday items can be organized using drawer modules and dividers to ensure everything has its place. Magnetic catches or push-to-open mechanisms provide a sleek look without handles.
Regarding doors: BESTÅ doors are available in various finishes (wood, glass, high gloss). For the hallway, I recommend matte or lightly textured surfaces, as they are less prone to fingerprints.
A tip on ventilation: moisture can become an issue, especially with shoes in the hallway. In some of my modifications, I installed inserts with spacers to allow better air circulation.
Finally, a question: How wide is your hallway, and how much space can you specifically allocate for BESTÅ? This significantly affects the choice of configuration and the number of modules.
First, you should consider the load capacity of each module: shoes, especially heavier or multiple pairs, require sturdy shelves or dedicated shoe racks. Installing stainless steel strips to reinforce the shelves can be useful if you want to avoid heavy furniture.
Small everyday items can be organized using drawer modules and dividers to ensure everything has its place. Magnetic catches or push-to-open mechanisms provide a sleek look without handles.
Regarding doors: BESTÅ doors are available in various finishes (wood, glass, high gloss). For the hallway, I recommend matte or lightly textured surfaces, as they are less prone to fingerprints.
A tip on ventilation: moisture can become an issue, especially with shoes in the hallway. In some of my modifications, I installed inserts with spacers to allow better air circulation.
Finally, a question: How wide is your hallway, and how much space can you specifically allocate for BESTÅ? This significantly affects the choice of configuration and the number of modules.
Filippo schrieb:
One last question: How wide is your hallway, and how much floor space can you specifically allocate for BESTÅ? This makes a big difference when choosing the configuration and the number of modules.Good question, Filippo. My hallway is about 1.8 meters (6 feet) wide and just under 3 meters (10 feet) long. I plan to place the BESTÅ units lengthwise along one wall. The system’s depth is standard 40 cm (16 inches), which I consider the maximum for the hallway so it doesn’t feel too cramped.
My main focus is to design the modules so I have quick access to frequently used items while avoiding unwanted clutter.
Otherwise, my needs roughly include: storage for 6–8 pairs of shoes, space for scarves and gloves, a small area to set down keys and mail, and options for hooks or hanging rods for jackets.
How would you prioritize the combinations based on these requirements?
With a width of 1.8 m (6 ft) and very limited space available, I recommend the following step-by-step approach:
- Plan the section height so that it ends approximately at head height or just below, to avoid a cramped feeling. The common BESTÅ cabinet heights of 38 or 64 cm (15 or 25 inches) can also be stacked modularly if the hallway height permits.
- For 6-8 pairs of shoes, I suggest 2 or 3 deeper, open compartments at the bottom, possibly with removable shoe drawers (IKEA does not offer this as standard, but you can use fluorescent shoe boxes or additional storage bins).
- The middle compartments can be equipped with drawers or open shelves for hats and gloves, with small inserts to help keep things organized.
- On the sides or above the BESTÅ units, have a narrow clothes rail installed that can be optionally removed.
Tip for remodeling: Make sure not to completely close off the back panel, but allow air circulation in certain areas, especially in the shoe section.
If you have questions about which IKEA accessories fit exactly, feel free to ask!
- Plan the section height so that it ends approximately at head height or just below, to avoid a cramped feeling. The common BESTÅ cabinet heights of 38 or 64 cm (15 or 25 inches) can also be stacked modularly if the hallway height permits.
- For 6-8 pairs of shoes, I suggest 2 or 3 deeper, open compartments at the bottom, possibly with removable shoe drawers (IKEA does not offer this as standard, but you can use fluorescent shoe boxes or additional storage bins).
- The middle compartments can be equipped with drawers or open shelves for hats and gloves, with small inserts to help keep things organized.
- On the sides or above the BESTÅ units, have a narrow clothes rail installed that can be optionally removed.
Tip for remodeling: Make sure not to completely close off the back panel, but allow air circulation in certain areas, especially in the shoe section.
If you have questions about which IKEA accessories fit exactly, feel free to ask!
Cool project! I also did my BESTÅ hallway makeover, and here’s my tip: use a combination of open and closed compartments.
Open shelves at the bottom are great for shoes, and they prevent the space from feeling too cramped. Starting around waist height, add doors or drawers so you can quickly access everything without it looking cluttered.
That really adds a lot of flexibility.
Something else I like: a small surface on top for keys, your phone, or a pile of mail. That way, you always have the hallway under control.
Enjoy the renovation – the BESTÅ is truly an all-rounder!
Open shelves at the bottom are great for shoes, and they prevent the space from feeling too cramped. Starting around waist height, add doors or drawers so you can quickly access everything without it looking cluttered.
KAULIS schrieb:
Create adjustable shelves at different heights to accommodate various sizes of items you want to store.
That really adds a lot of flexibility.
Something else I like: a small surface on top for keys, your phone, or a pile of mail. That way, you always have the hallway under control.
Enjoy the renovation – the BESTÅ is truly an all-rounder!
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