ᐅ How can Ikea PAX be used for organizing accessories and add-ons?

Hello everyone,

I am currently considering the Ikea PAX system and thinking about how to best use it for storing various accessories and items. I’m not only interested in clothes but also in smaller helpers like jewelry, belts, bags, watches, as well as cables and tech accessories.

What are the options for organizing different types of accessories within the PAX system to keep everything clear and easily accessible? Are there specific inserts, boxes, or other add-ons that have proven especially useful? And what tips do you have for getting the most out of the PAX, especially when you need more order without a lot of DIY work?

I’m looking forward to your advice and experiences!

Regarding the typical use of the Ikea PAX system for accessories and storage, the following points can be made:

- The PAX system is modular and offers a wide range of interior fittings for customization. Particularly relevant are drawer inserts, shelves, compartment shelves, and multi-drawers.

- For smaller accessories such as jewelry or belts, specially designed inserts with compartments are useful to prevent clutter.

- Cables and small electronic items can be stored in boxes or baskets placed on the shelves. Ikea provides specific containers for this purpose.

- A useful tip is to use transparent storage containers or boxes with labels to quickly find what you need.

- Additionally, the inside of the doors can be equipped with hook rails or organizer pockets, which efficiently increase the available space.

This makes the PAX system much more versatile and specifically adapted for accessories without requiring major modifications.

Hello Erdem,

I’ll provide a detailed response to your question because the PAX system, combined with the accessories, really offers a lot when planned correctly.

First of all: The main strength of PAX lies in its flexibility. To organize your accessories like jewelry, belts, or tech items efficiently, I recommend the following approach:

- Drawer inserts for jewelry: IKEA offers inserts with different compartments, some lined with felt to prevent scratches and securely hold jewelry. This way, you avoid needing extra boxes.

- Adjustable shelves at various heights allow you to store accessories like bags or small boxes for cables. It’s important to consider the depth of the PAX system. Depending on the size of your boxes, it may be worth customizing them to fit perfectly.

- For cable management, I suggest using specialized cable boxes or organizers with adjustable dividers. Another tip is to bundle cables together and label them clearly.

- The inside of doors can be organized with hook strips or hierarchically arranged pockets. These provide space for belts, watches, or small electronic devices.

- If you plan to adjust the system frequently, it’s worthwhile to install runner frames where you can place bins or fabric boxes. These can be easily pulled out and rearranged as needed.

- Finally, I recommend sorting all your accessories and taking precise measurements before finalizing the setup. This will help you tailor your PAX planning more closely to your needs.

Maybe you could quickly sketch out your approximate space requirements? That would help me address your situation more specifically.

Hi Erdem,

great topic, PAX is truly a space-saving marvel! 😄

What I especially like are the small details that can turn a PAX into a real organization wonder. For example, I like to use the small trays inside the PAX drawers for all my jewelry, sorting them by categories – earrings, rings, bracelets. That way, nothing gets lost and I have everything clearly in sight.

Filippo schrieb:
The core strength of PAX lies in its flexibility.

Absolutely right! Flexibility is the key here. Even small plastic boxes that you might usually have around the house fit perfectly inside the PAX drawers – so I can keep Y-cables separated from headphone power cords and don’t have to search for them forever.

And hey, if you’re not into long DIY projects, IKEA boxes and inserts work really well. Sometimes just placing an organizing system inside a drawer makes everything look tidy.

For example, if you want to store belts, you can hang them on the side hooks inside the doors. It saves space and always looks neat.

Hey everyone,

I just have to say: PAX is awesome! 😊 I use the system for all sorts of things – from jewelry to cables. The key is not to get overwhelmed by the modularity but to take it step by step.

- I bought special boxes that fit perfectly into the PAX shelves, which I use to store all my charging cables. No more mess!

- For watches, the shallow drawers with soft inserts are fantastic; nothing touches each other, and everything stays neatly organized.

- A little tip: When putting things away, take the time to tidy up now and then. This keeps everything orderly for longer, so you don’t have to constantly search for stuff.

PAX really makes it easy – you just need a bit of patience while organizing, and then you can enjoy the neat setup for a long time! It’s hard to believe, but it’s actually a lot of fun 😍

Erdem, to make the most of the PAX system for accessories and add-ons, I recommend:

- Use drawer inserts of various sizes for better organization.
- Enhance order with labeled boxes.
- Maximize the use of hooks and organizer pockets on the inside of doors.
- Use cable ties and small containers for tech accessories.

This way, everything stays accessible and tidy.