Lou Petersen, creative director at dwell advises those furnishing a bedroom to 'optimise the space you're working with as best as you can' by choosing furniture that is double-purpose. Let me give you some history – about seven years ago Chris and I were living in a very small apartment in downtown Toronto with a very small bedroom.

We’ve used this primer previously when we painted our IKEA kitchen, and created our DIY Built-in Wardrobe Hack. Without the pressure of the reveal this week I was able to relax and take some extra time on my final DIY project for the challenge - our new bedside tables. Forests contribute to maintaining balance in the atmosphere, purify the air that we breathe and are part of the water cycle.

IKEA requires all suppliers to source wood from more sustainable sources (FSC-certified or recycled wood). A high table that is just as convenient by the bed as in the entrance or as a side table by your favourite armchair. Chris and I have used PureBond plywood in a few of our projects (like my recent bedroom storage unit) and love that their products are formaldehyde-free and made in Canada. For many years, IKEA has partnered with businesses, governments, social groups and non-governmental organisations to fight forest degradation and deforestation and increase the volume and availability of wood from responsibly managed forests both for our own supply chain and beyond. They use the cookies to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant content or adverts on this site or other sites.

I used iron on edge binding (also red oak) on the front edges of the base units and the front and side edges of the tops. It's a shame Ikea cant manufacture these white side tables so that they are sustainable to last the distance.That being said, we're always up for a bedroom storage idea or two to maintain that bedroom sanctity – and there's no storage and organisation problem that a handy bedside table can't solve (especially at a bargain). Like most pieces of IKEA furniture I have purchased over the last few years these cabinets are very easy to assemble (provided you study the instructions carefully) and look great when completed. IKEA's HEMNES Chest of 2 Drawers has long been a bedroom decor staple, especially for those looking to organise a small bedroom. the pecan stain looked more yellow, I added some red chestnut to warm them up a bit and while it’s not a prefect match, they’re pretty close.

These cookies allow us to count visits and traffic so we can measure and improve the performance of our site.Sally and Sarah Wilkie, founders of Home Barn say that 'ensuring that space is kept clutter-free is essential for keeping a bedroom a calm and collected space,' and a bedside table does just that. Someone who ‘brings something to the table’ can provide something that will improve the condition of the other person or group, essentially making their life better than it was before. Introductions are limited to motor finance, CarMoney Limited will pay us a fixed commission per paid out deal. We strive to use this raw material as smartly and efficiently as possible to avoid waste – and we also invest in facilities and logistics so that we can increase the use of recycled wood. I can tell you it felt so good to make something over in a couple of hours, for just a few pounds, and have it make such an impact.