DIY: 4 ideas on how to ‘Pimp Out’ an Ikea Crib

A crib is a big ticket item. When money is tight, like it is for many people these days, an Ikea crib is smart option.

But if you’re browsing this site it means that you’re looking to stretch your dollar without sacrificing style. And customizing a crib from Ikea will do just that!

4 Ways to Pimp Out an Ikea Crib

1. ‘Slip covered’ ends.
Make plywood ‘slip covers’ for the end panels of a Gulliver crib. You can paint them in a matching color or just add a finish to the wood. Visit instructables for the full tutorial.

2. Use your imagination.

You’ll never guess what these parents used to pimp out their Gulliver! Let’s just say that they didn’t have to purchase anything to put this together. Think ‘repurpose’. Visit ohdeedoh for complete details.

3. Laminated wood end panels.

If you have a handyman in your life, why not try this look out? Just purchase laminated wood panels cut to size and use a router to mill the details. Visit ikea hacker for more info on how to customize a Gulliver crib.

4. Be inspired by a designer crib you love.

This idea is for the Leksvik crib from Ikea. Morgan from the818.com decided to give her Ikea crib an upgrade inspired by a designer crib.

Are you feeling inspired or what?!

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