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The Irish Sun
24-07-2025
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- The Irish Sun
My girls finally have their own bedrooms after I split their space in 2 using a cheap Ikea buy that doubles as storage
ANY parent who has kids sharing a room knows how tricky it can be to keep the peace. But one mum has cracked the code with her simple Ikea hack which she used to turn one bedroom into two for her daughters. 2 Each side of the room got the same amount of space thanks to the hack Credit: tiktok/@stayweird_cosmetics 2 The hands shelving units created the perfect divide for the room Credit: tiktok/@stayweird_cosmetics Posting on the TikTok account @stayweird_cosmetics, the mum showed off her savvy DIY trick that saved her a fortune. "All I've used is two 4x4 Kallax units and two 2x2 Kallax units to go on top," she explained. "Then we've added plyboard cut to size at B&Q to make it private on each side so they can't see through to each other," the mum added in the viral clip, which currently has 1.4 million views. So how exactly does the hack work? READ MORE ON DIY The Ikea units were placed in the middle of the room to create a handy divide for the girls. The Kallax units also have the added bonus of being shelves, meaning they also got plenty of extra storage and didn't have to fight over space. The large Kallax unit is priced at £99, whilst the smaller ones are just £29, meaning the mum's hack worked out at just £256, plus the plywood. Although the mum admitted the room transformation wasn't quite finished, the bulk of the work was done - and fellow DIY fans were impressed. Most read in Fabulous One person commented: "What an idea! You've just saved me hundreds to split my boys' room! Yes girl!" "I needed this inspiration for my girls," a second wrote. I swear by 7 cheap hacks to transform a newbuild house into a home - your shoes will never be left in a messy pile again And a third chimed in: "I think this is the only split room I've seen that's actually done equally and each kid gets a window, lol." "That's exactly how mine and my sister's room is divided," someone else noted. The handy hack isn't the only DIY solution you can use to improve your home though, building expert and Checkatrade member Andy Kille has previously tips on how to Do It Right. DO YOUR PREP : Whether you are tiling, decorating, putting up shelving or assembling furniture, always prepare properly. Measure up and have the right tools, fixings and materials to hand. That way you won't make mistakes by rushing, or waste time going back for more supplies. GET TOOLED UP : Using the right gear can make or break a task. While value is important, saving money by using incorrect materials could end up costing more in the long run. ALLOW TIME : A proper schedule can be key to completing a project over a long weekend. DIY-ers often overlook one crucial 'step' in the task, resulting in jobs taking longer than needed. A classic example is forgetting that gaps, cracks and dents need to be filled and sanded before painting. KNOW YOUR LIMITS : If you aren't sure about a job, call the experts. Andy said: 'Be cautious about anything involving water, gas, electricity or anything structural. 'Mismanaged, these projects can cause extensive damage and even land you in hospital.' Eight Easy DIY Tips & Tricks The ultimate guide for homeowners and renters: DIY expert's Save time and money with this easy DIY tiling hack to transform a room in under an hour Avoid these five mistakes in your next DIY project Transform your kitchen with this Noisy neighbours? Here's DIY expert shared her favourite strategy for painting around glass without tape If you want to give your kitchen a fresh look, here's Five tricks to


Scottish Sun
24-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
My girls finally have their own bedrooms after I split their space in 2 using a cheap Ikea buy that doubles as storage
The mum showed off the finished rooms on social media DI-WOW My girls finally have their own bedrooms after I split their space in 2 using a cheap Ikea buy that doubles as storage Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) ANY parent who has kids sharing a room knows how tricky it can be to keep the peace. But one mum has cracked the code with her simple Ikea hack which she used to turn one bedroom into two for her daughters. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 2 Each side of the room got the same amount of space thanks to the hack Credit: tiktok/@stayweird_cosmetics 2 The hands shelving units created the perfect divide for the room Credit: tiktok/@stayweird_cosmetics Posting on the TikTok account @stayweird_cosmetics, the mum showed off her savvy DIY trick that saved her a fortune. "All I've used is two 4x4 Kallax units and two 2x2 Kallax units to go on top," she explained. "Then we've added plyboard cut to size at B&Q to make it private on each side so they can't see through to each other," the mum added in the viral clip, which currently has 1.4 million views. So how exactly does the hack work? READ MORE ON DIY SKETCHY JOB I tried to recreate checkered floor but I was deluded to think I could do it The Ikea units were placed in the middle of the room to create a handy divide for the girls. The Kallax units also have the added bonus of being shelves, meaning they also got plenty of extra storage and didn't have to fight over space. The large Kallax unit is priced at £99, whilst the smaller ones are just £29, meaning the mum's hack worked out at just £256, plus the plywood. Although the mum admitted the room transformation wasn't quite finished, the bulk of the work was done - and fellow DIY fans were impressed. One person commented: "What an idea! You've just saved me hundreds to split my boys' room! Yes girl!" "I needed this inspiration for my girls," a second wrote. I swear by 7 cheap hacks to transform a newbuild house into a home - your shoes will never be left in a messy pile again And a third chimed in: "I think this is the only split room I've seen that's actually done equally and each kid gets a window, lol." "That's exactly how mine and my sister's room is divided," someone else noted. The handy hack isn't the only DIY solution you can use to improve your home though, building expert and Checkatrade member Andy Kille has previously tips on how to Do It Right. DO YOUR PREP: Whether you are tiling, decorating, putting up shelving or assembling furniture, always prepare properly. Measure up and have the right tools, fixings and materials to hand. That way you won't make mistakes by rushing, or waste time going back for more supplies. GET TOOLED UP: Using the right gear can make or break a task. While value is important, saving money by using incorrect materials could end up costing more in the long run. ALLOW TIME: A proper schedule can be key to completing a project over a long weekend. DIY-ers often overlook one crucial 'step' in the task, resulting in jobs taking longer than needed. A classic example is forgetting that gaps, cracks and dents need to be filled and sanded before painting. KNOW YOUR LIMITS: If you aren't sure about a job, call the experts. Andy said: 'Be cautious about anything involving water, gas, electricity or anything structural. 'Mismanaged, these projects can cause extensive damage and even land you in hospital.'