ᐅ How can I enhance Ikea PLATSA with custom-made handles?

Hello everyone,

I recently purchased an Ikea PLATSA system and would like to personalize it with homemade handles to make it more unique and attractive. My question is specifically: How can I enhance Ikea PLATSA furniture with custom-made handles? Which materials and techniques work best for creating handles that are functional, durable, and visually appealing? It would also be helpful to know the best methods for attaching the handles without compromising the stability or appearance of the fronts. Does anyone have experience or creative ideas on this?

Thanks in advance for your tips!

The best option for PLATSA is homemade handles made from wood or metal, which you attach with small screws to the pre-drilled holes.

Make sure the screws are not too long to avoid them going through the furniture piece.

A simple alternative is leather as a handle, fixed in place with rivets.

I find it really interesting how many different ways there are to enhance Ikea PLATSA furniture with homemade handles. Sometimes it’s a lot of fun to create something personal at home, especially when you have a simple design that leaves room for customization.

Maybe it’s also a matter of style and the materials you feel emotionally connected to.

Personally, I recently tried making leather handles, but I was uncertain whether they would really hold up and be practical. Even if they look good on one hand, I always wonder: how durable will they be over time?

Perhaps others here also feel uncertain about DIY projects and could share their experiences on what works and what doesn’t.

lomin schrieb:
I recently tried leather handles myself but was unsure if they would really hold up and be practical.

Leather handles are visually appealing, but from a technical standpoint, they are generally less durable than handles made of wood or metal. For a long-lasting and functional solution, I recommend handles made of hardwood such as beech or oak, which are easy to work with and can be customized in color.

The mounting should be done with short, self-tapping screws that fit the pre-drilled holes of the PLATSA system. It is essential to use the correct screw size to avoid damaging the front panel.

If you want to make or convert metal handles yourself, brass or aluminum tubes can also be used, which can be cut and polished with the appropriate tools depending on your DIY skills.

It is also important that the handle is ergonomically shaped and comfortable to hold, as functionality should not be overlooked when it comes to furniture handles.