IKEA Has A $10 Solution That Makes Moving Large Planters A Breeze

Large planters look great but moving them is not always easy! Once a pot is filled with soil, water, and a mature plant, it gets heavy and moving it aside can feel nearly impossible. And don't even think about dragging the planter if you want to avoid scratching your wooden patio or beautiful floor tiles. So, instead of breaking your back or damaging your home to move a large planter, why not use IKEA's $10 ÅKERBÄR plant stand on wheels? It's a simple circular plant pot mover that's designed to sit under a large potted plant. The stand has a 12¼-inch diameter and sits 2 inches off the ground. Plus, it's made from galvanized steel and can hold up to 77 pounds. 

The ÅKERBÄR plant stand, which can conveniently be used both indoors and outdoors, has a rating above 4 stars from over 150 customer reviews. However, although several buyers describe the stand as affordable and sturdy, it's worth noting that the stand should be used with some care. A few reviewers complained about fragile wheels and casters, and some even claimed they had trouble moving heavier pots even when the pot was reportedly under the listed weight limit. But just like any other product, doing your research to ensure it's right for you is always essential.

There's no denying the fact that ÅKERBÄR stand makes heavy plant pots easier to move. However, a low rolling stand like this can be used in other ways, too. Even if you don't need to move plants to entirely different spots, you can use the extra mobility to turn a plant toward the sun. One buyer mentioned using the ÅKERBÄR plant stand to rotate strawberry plants for maximum sun. Beyond plants, this stand could also make it easy to move around bulky gardening tools.

It could also be used indoors for heavy household items, or items you want convenient access to on wheels. Some IKEA reviewers already seem to be using it this way — one buyer placed a coffee maker on the stand so it could roll out from under a cabinet when they needed to add water. Similarly, another buyer noted that they used the stands for pressure cooker pots stored on the pantry floor, which made the pots easier to pull forward when needed. 

The important thing is not to overload the ÅKERBÄR. Do not think of it as a moving dolly since its weight limit is 77 pounds — for heavier items, look for something like Amazon's rolling garden solution that holds over 250 pounds. Also, this IKEA plant stand is only about a foot wide, so make sure anything you place on it is properly sized and has a stable base. Avoid tall, narrow, fragile, or top-heavy items as they could tip over. And lastly, use the stand on smooth floors and patios rather than bumpy outdoor surfaces when possible for maximum stability.