ᐅ How can the IKEA Hemnes series be incorporated into a renovation?
Created on: 27 Jul 2021 18:23
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AxelfraI am currently planning a major renovation of my living area and considering how to best incorporate the popular IKEA Hemnes furniture. I am particularly interested in which renovation steps work well with the Hemnes products without requiring significant additional work afterwards, for example regarding assembly, installation, or color matching. Does anyone have experience with fitting Hemnes wardrobes or dressers into existing room layouts without needing extensive sanding, painting, or adjustments after the renovation? I look forward to specific tips and also advice on how the choice of materials—especially the wood finish—can be well integrated with modern renovation styles.
Axelfra schrieb:
I am currently planning a major renovation of my living area and considering how to best integrate the popular IKEA Hemnes furniture there. I completely understand wanting a clear idea of how the Hemnes series can blend smoothly with your renovation. From my experience, it can be quite frustrating when furniture has to be adapted afterward—that quickly slows down the momentum in such a big project.
I believe it’s especially important to carefully consider the wall and floor colors and finishes during the renovation before purchasing the Hemnes pieces—for example, the light wood finish doesn’t always work well with all wall colors. Also, I would recommend setting up the furniture as late as possible to avoid scratches or paint splatters.
Regarding assembly, I’ve found that the Hemnes modules are quite sturdy and usually adaptable, provided you maintain certain clearances during wallpapering or floor installation. Sometimes it’s worth looking specifically for individual pieces within the series that fit better, such as lower dressers, if ceiling height or room layout presents challenges.
Basically, I can understand Axelfra’s question well: How can the IKEA Hemnes series be integrated into a renovation in a way that minimizes rework?
My advice is to strictly plan the renovation process combined with precise measurements of the furniture dimensions before painting walls or installing flooring. Hemnes furniture is mostly made of solid pine with a lacquered surface, which means it is sturdy but also somewhat sensitive to moisture and mechanical stress.
Therefore, the following recommendations:
- Complete all wall work before installing the furniture, including paint and any protective coatings (baseboards/plinths already installed)
- Install flooring so that the furniture stands stable on it, avoiding any unevenness
- For special wall-mounted fittings (e.g., Hemnes wall shelves), pre-install the mounting hardware after the walls are finished
- Assemble the furniture as late as possible in the renovation to avoid damage
One additional suggestion: If you want to combine color elements such as wall paint or wallpaper with the wood color of the Hemnes series, subtle or natural tones are recommended, since the specific wood tones form a strong visual component that can dominate.
My advice is to strictly plan the renovation process combined with precise measurements of the furniture dimensions before painting walls or installing flooring. Hemnes furniture is mostly made of solid pine with a lacquered surface, which means it is sturdy but also somewhat sensitive to moisture and mechanical stress.
Therefore, the following recommendations:
- Complete all wall work before installing the furniture, including paint and any protective coatings (baseboards/plinths already installed)
- Install flooring so that the furniture stands stable on it, avoiding any unevenness
- For special wall-mounted fittings (e.g., Hemnes wall shelves), pre-install the mounting hardware after the walls are finished
- Assemble the furniture as late as possible in the renovation to avoid damage
One additional suggestion: If you want to combine color elements such as wall paint or wallpaper with the wood color of the Hemnes series, subtle or natural tones are recommended, since the specific wood tones form a strong visual component that can dominate.
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It is really important to carefully measure the room in advance. I recommend creating a simple sketch with exact measurements of the walls, doors, and windows, including markings for electrical outlets and radiators. This way, you can quickly see which Hemnes components can be fitted effectively.
It can also help to simulate the furniture placement using planning software or at least with paper cutouts to scale, either digitally or physically.
Regarding the renovation steps, I suggest the following approach:
- First, complete all walls and ceilings fully, including small details such as corners and edges
- Then lay or finish the floor so that no paint or dust can get onto the furniture
- After that, assemble the furniture, ideally without breaking it down into separate parts to ensure stability
Common mistakes I have seen include assembling furniture before laying the floor or painting, which always leads to damage on the furniture surfaces. This is especially unfortunate with the Hemnes series because the surface is quite sensitive.
Finally, a tip on color design: The simple, light wood tone of the Hemnes products fits perfectly with Scandinavian styles featuring lots of white and gray tones, but it also works well with slightly more rustic designs when complemented with suitable textiles and accessories.
boelnu schrieb:
Sometimes it is worth specifically looking for individual parts of their series that are easier to install, for example lower dressers, if height or room layout is challenging.
It is really important to carefully measure the room in advance. I recommend creating a simple sketch with exact measurements of the walls, doors, and windows, including markings for electrical outlets and radiators. This way, you can quickly see which Hemnes components can be fitted effectively.
It can also help to simulate the furniture placement using planning software or at least with paper cutouts to scale, either digitally or physically.
Regarding the renovation steps, I suggest the following approach:
- First, complete all walls and ceilings fully, including small details such as corners and edges
- Then lay or finish the floor so that no paint or dust can get onto the furniture
- After that, assemble the furniture, ideally without breaking it down into separate parts to ensure stability
Common mistakes I have seen include assembling furniture before laying the floor or painting, which always leads to damage on the furniture surfaces. This is especially unfortunate with the Hemnes series because the surface is quite sensitive.
Finally, a tip on color design: The simple, light wood tone of the Hemnes products fits perfectly with Scandinavian styles featuring lots of white and gray tones, but it also works well with slightly more rustic designs when complemented with suitable textiles and accessories.
Juan31 schrieb:
My advice is to strictly plan the renovation process combined with precise measurements of the furniture dimensions before painting walls or laying floors. Plan, plan, plan – yes, that sounds reasonable and wise. But honestly: who really does that so meticulously in practice?
I think a bit of improvisation is part of it, especially with mass-produced furniture like Hemnes. Often you see people renovate first and then see which furniture fits. And sometimes that actually works better because you can interpret the spaces more freely than with rigid measurements.
I’m also bothered by the idea that the wood color of Hemnes products always has to be paired with subtle wall colors. You can also mix the Hemnes series with bold colors or even patterned wallpaper if you’re daring enough.
In the end, these are furniture pieces, not works of art, so don’t hesitate to break up structure and colors. Hemnes furniture has enough character to handle it.
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