Picture of couple and their walk-in wardrobe using IKEA units
The couple did all the work themselves (Image: Caters)

Megan Righelato, 25, and Chris Forshaw, 27, from Stansted, London, moved into their four-bedroom dwelling in October 2020 and started renovation immediately. 

Accountant Megan at all times dreamed of getting a walk-in wardrobe however the steep costs made her query the aim. 

And after seeing on-line quotes for £6,000, she gave up on the dream.

Nonetheless, after transferring into their second property collectively, Megan and Chris took issues in their very own palms. 

The pair finally determined to construct their very own walk-in wardrobe and ultimately, spent lower than £1,000 after utilizing Ikea items and doing all the work themselves.

The wardrobe took 12 weeks to finish and consists of hanging house, drawers, a full size mirror, a conceit desk and loads of storage.

Chris working on the outside of the newly built walk in wardrobe
Chris engaged on the skin of the newly constructed walk-in wardrobe (Image: Caters)

‘The home was in-built 1990 so loads of the decor was outdated,’ Megan mentioned. 

‘We knew we wished to renovate the property and one of many first issues we began on was the walk-in wardrobe because it was at all times a dream of mine.

‘I observed the main bedroom was a great measurement and talked about a walk-in wardrobe to Chris however after we moved in our furnishings, that’s after we actually noticed potential for one as there was loads of house.

Inside the finished IKEA walk in wardrobe
Contained in the completed Ikea walk-in wardrobe (Image: Caters)

‘Chris began by constructing a stud wall, including plasterboard and making it into a correct room.

‘We then painted it and added all of the interiors just like the Ikea items and rails.

‘The Ikea items value us £600 and the remainder of the portray and constructing supplies was round £400 so we managed to save lots of some huge cash by doing it ourselves.

‘We each have our personal sections and use it on a regular basis.

‘I by no means thought I'd have a walk-in wardrobe so it’s a dream for me and by utilizing Ikea pax items, we’re in a position to change it sooner or later if we need to.’

The wardrobe is 46.4 sq. ft and the couple’s DIY hack turned it right into a bespoke outfit.

‘For anybody desirous to do an analogous factor, I’d suggest understanding the structure earlier than getting began and buying round for the most effective offers,’ Megan advises. 

‘Work out the way you need to prioritise house and take your time with it.’

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