The Fan Favorite IKEA Storage That's Being Quietly Discontinued

"Last chance to buy" is always a panic-inducing note on IKEA's website. The message signals that they are discontinuing a particular product, and what's worse, the move is usually accompanied by little warning from the popular store, causing fan favorites to quietly — and quickly — go out of stock. Such is the case for the BLÄDDRARE Storage Box, beloved for its unique half-open lid design, convenient under-the-bed sizing, and soft fabric touches. 

The BLADDRARE box comes in two sizes: The smaller box is 9 ¾ inches wide and 13 ¾ inches deep, and the bigger option is 13 ¾ inches wide and 19 ¾ inches deep. Both are 6 inches tall to easily slide under a bed or in a drawer. Reviewers praise the box for being the perfect addition to their storage collection, saying that it works well in tight spaces like RVs, IKEA wardrobe organization, office supplies, and, of course, utilizing under-the-bed storage, just to name a few. The larger box's half-open lid makes it easy to access wherever you use it. Plus, both boxes are affordably priced at $10 and $16. 

They are currently still available at a few locations across the United States, so check IKEA's inventory and snag a box or two while you still can. Once IKEA products are discontinued, your only hope is to hunt down the items on resale sites. However, some products do eventually make a comeback to IKEA's shelves as recycling trends bring styles back in vogue.

The BLADDRARE box may be well-loved and highly rated, but it's by no means the only fish in the sea of stylish and functional storage box solutions. If you're in need of another under-the-bed storage solution, IKEA still has plenty to choose from. The store's solid plastic SOCKERBIT Box is an affordable option for under-the-bed storage at $19.99. It even has a similar half-open lid and is bigger than the BLADDRARE at 30 ¼ inches long. IKEA also carries a variety of budget-friendly storage cubes and cases in all different sizes that are designed to slide under the bed. If you're looking for an under-the-bed drawer, their MALM storage boxes feature caster wheels and look great under a high bedframe. They are certainly more of an investment at $100 for a set of two, but their versatility and added style make them a great choice. Just make sure you avoid the common mistakes people make with drawers under the bed. 

Alternatively, the Supowin Underbed Storage Containers from Amazon are a budget-friendly BLADDRARE dupe at $36 for a pack of two. They are longer than the IKEA box at 31 ½ inches, and they also feature the open-top lid design with a soft-fabric exterior. Plus, they are highly rated and available in seven different colors.