Turn Simple IKEA Storage Essentials Into A Chic Sliding Laundry Room Organizer

Apparently, laundry is America's favorite chore — though we're still debating whether "favorite" and "chore" belong in the same sentence. Either way, there's something satisfying about creating a functional laundry setup that makes washing, sorting, and folding feel less like a task and more like a mini home upgrade. Instagram creator @disenyaes nails this with a clever hack that transforms a pair of IKEA EKET wall-mounted shelving units into a sleek, mobile laundry hamper.

She starts by removing the back panel from one unit to create a hollow cube, and then attaches four ALEX castor wheels to the base of the second unit for easy mobility. The two cubes are glued together to form a compact rolling hamper with a clean, Scandinavian-inspired design. To take the design a step further, she adds an IKEA PÅLYCKE clip-on basket to the side — a clever twist, since these baskets are typically used under shelves for extra cabinet storage. Turned sideways, it creates a convenient spot to keep laundry essentials like stain remover, detergent, and fabric softener. With a few simple tweaks, this rolling hamper proves that even practical, everyday chores can look chic, stay organized, and maybe even make doing laundry a little more enjoyable. And even if the idea of putting on yet another wash doesn't "spark joy," as far as ways to organize your laundry room go, it's right up there.

This hack works beautifully as is, but there are plenty of ways to tailor it to your space and routine. The creator tops her unit with a matching board to double as a folding station, which is a clever solution if your laundry area doesn't have much counter space. IKEA's EKET units look beautiful, but they're not exactly budget-friendly once you factor in two cubes and the add-ons. If you love the idea but want to save money, try recreating the look with unfinished wooden cubes or stackable crates. You'll often find them (or something similar) at hardware stores, on Facebook Marketplace, or even at thrift shops for far less than IKEA's finished versions. Add castor wheels, a board on top, and a quick coat of paint or wood stain to pull everything together.

For functionality, attach adhesive hooks or a magnetic strip to the side for dryer sheets, lint brushes, or even stray socks. If you want to sort laundry more efficiently, tuck in a few collapsible fabric bins to separate your clothes on laundry day. IKEA-anything has a habit of looking stylish anyway, but if you'd like something extra, you could always add vinyl decals or dark accent strips to complement your laundry room's color scheme. Whether you build it from IKEA pieces or a budget-friendly DIY version, pair it with these laundry room shelving ideas that promise to elevate your storage and decor, and who knows, you might even be featured on HGTV.