Apartment Overrun with Toys and Clutter: 7 IKEA Storage Picks on Sale, Up to 40% Off
An Apartment Therapy contributor shares her real-life storage strategies for a home with two kids. IKEA's US website is running a summer storage sale through September 7, with IKEA Family members getting up to 40% off select items. Here are seven picks worth checking out.
With two young kids at home, the apartment is perpetually overflowing with toys, books, craft supplies, and everyday clutter—that's how Apartment Therapy contributor Megan Gray describes her living space. She notes that the chaos often feels overwhelming, until she realized the problem wasn't too much stuff, but simply not enough places to put it.
IKEA's US website is currently running its "Summer Storage Event" through September 7, with IKEA Family members getting up to 40% off select storage items purchased online. Signing up for membership is free and also comes with perks like discounted delivery on select orders and free coffee when shopping in-store.
7 Storage Pieces on Sale, From Home Office to Dining Room
The HEMNES shelf unit, originally $150, is now $90. Part of the HEMNES bathroom series, which is currently up to 40% off, this open shelving unit is sturdy and versatile enough for the bedroom, living room, or entryway.
The ALEX drawer unit, originally $95, is now $80 with a 15% discount. Megan Gray mentions that when she first bought this desk, working from home wasn't yet the norm. As work habits have shifted and desktop clutter piled up, this drawer unit became her solution for organizing stationery, craft supplies, and paperwork.
The IVAR shelving unit, originally $150, is now $121. Made from unfinished solid pine that can be painted or stained to your liking, it comes with open shelves, two storage boxes, and a large bin with casters at the bottom—great for kitchen storage for food and cookware.
The BILLY bookcase (oak finish), originally $89, is now $69, with select colors currently 15% off. The discount for this classic bookcase currently applies to four color options, though IKEA's website also has various sizes marked down at the same time.
The TROFAST storage combination (with bins), originally $145, is now $107, with select styles up to 20% off. Easy to assemble and available in a variety of colors, it's perfect for helping kids clean up their own toys after playtime.
The HAVSTA glass-door cabinet, originally $370, is now $314 with a 15% discount. One Apartment Therapy contributor wrote in her own home review: "It's been through every stage of our home with us, and now it's become one of the most practical pieces of furniture we own when entertaining guests." This solid wood cabinet works well for storing dinnerware, displaying books, or organizing pantry items.
The MILSBO glass-door cabinet, originally $300, is now $240, with the entire line currently 20% off. Made from metal and glass, some shoppers use it to display plants and greenery.
The prices and discounts above reflect current listings on IKEA's US website. Actual availability and pricing are subject to your local IKEA website and IKEA Family membership eligibility.
