IKEA BESTÅ Hack: How to Transform Your Sideboard into a Flexible Dining Table or Work Desk

The Hidden IKEA BESTÅ Desk Hack

The ultimate space-saving folding desk. Get the custom hardware kit and build it this weekend.

What You Need to Build It

1
Our Hynge Hardware Kit The core engineered swivel mechanism and all required parts for mounting.
2
IKEA BESTÅ Cabinet Frame Standard unit from IKEA (any standard depth, 120 cm or 180 cm width, doors optional).
3
Tabletop Boards Cut to your required desktop dimensions. 20 mm board thickness or more is recommended for stability and smooth movability.

Quick 3-Step Assembly

1. Assemble the BESTÅ and place against a wall or into desired corner.

Step 1

2. Install the Hynge Kit onto the BESTÅ frame as per installation instructions.

Step 2a
Step 2b
Step 2c Step 2d Step 2e Step 2f

3. Attach your desktop board and test the smooth fold-out rotation.

Step 3

Ready to reclaim your space?

Get your hardware kit delivered and upgrade your room this weekend.

Order Hardware Kit
What size IKEA BESTÅ do I need?

You can use standard BESTÅ shelf units, either 120 cm or 180 cm wide. You can choose your BESTÅ with or without doors.

What tools are required for installation?

A standard power drill, a measure tape, a pencil and a screwdriver are all you need. Complete step-by-step instructions ship with your kit.

What are the measurements for the boards, which I need to get cut?

The measurements depend on your selected BESTÅ width (120 cm or 180 cm), whether you have doors (standard doors range normally between 15 and 20 mm in thickness) and the panel thickness of the boards you have selected in your DIY shop. You will be guided through this step in the installation instruction.

IKEA BESTÅ Desk closed
IKEA BESTÅ Desk semi open
IKEA BESTÅ Desk open with laptop and lamp
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