The Kallax is a multi-functional shelving and storage unit. In this Ikea Kallax hack Hack we change it to create a seat and sideboard with storage.

The Legheads Barcelona M8 furniture legs, turn the Kallax into a fresh and vibrant sideboard that can be used to sit on or as storage. Perfect for the kids room or the lounge area.

In this Ikea hack we show you how easy it is to convert an Ikea Kallax series shelf into a functional sideboard or raised cabinet with Legheads replacement furniture legs.

Simple installation and fresh colors make this a pretty great hack. Instantly transform your Kallax into a funky piece of furniture and get some great storage at the same time. Legheads “Barcelona” sofa and couch leg is 6 inches high and can hold up to 440lbs per leg, so it is super strong.

Legheads make replacement furniture legs and furniture risers to fit any piece of furniture than can take a hangar bolt. They are IKEA compatible with the M8, 8 mm hangar bolt out of the box but also include a universal adaptor plate (as seen in this video) so you can add to any furniture, Ikea or not. They also have built in furniture pads or furniture feet to protect your floors.

What tools you need for this Kallax Ikea hack:

Kallax series shelving unit – single set (Size 16 1/2×57 7/8 “) $US59.95

Legheads replacement furniture legs – $US29.95 for a set of 4

T-Plates or attachment plates – Search M8 attachment plates on Amazon

Drill + 1/8″ or 3mm and 5/16″or 8 mm drill bits

Ruler + Tape measure

Pencil + Masking tape

Screw driver

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You can purchase the Kallax online from IKEA USA for $59.99.

Detailed Hack instructions below.