How To DIY A Stunning IKEA HEMNES Bookcase Door

It is no surprise that the IKEA HEMNES bookcase is rated four and a half stars. The versatile piece of furniture is not only affordable but also customizable. It includes adjustable shelves and a removable bottom shelf that allows you to hide power strips and cords. While many IKEA pieces are only available in the store's signature plain white, the HEMNES bookcase comes in a wide variety of colors. This makes it the perfect addition to almost any space. Despite this bookcase's many features, it does not come with doors. However, TikTok user @arroz_con_gabichuelas shared a video tutorial on how to build and attach your own doors to transform this versatile IKEA piece.

The primary materials you will need to complete this project include fluted trim, plywood, and glass panels. You will also need the appropriate tools to cut and attach the various components to these doors. In her videos, @arroz_con_gabichuelas uses an electric drill and a table saw. Finally, you will need a decorative film to cover the glass panels, an electric drill, wood glue, brad nails, and door handles to make it all come together. There is a lot that goes into this project, but @arroz_con_gabichuelas shared that she was able to get all of her materials from Home Depot.

Prior to sharing the completed project on TikTok, @arroz_con_gabichuelas revealed the early steps of building doors for her IKEA HEMNES bookcase in an Instagram reel. To build doors like the ones seen in the video, your first step is to take measurements of your IKEA HEMNES bookcase to determine what size to cut your plywood, fluted trim, and glass panels to. Next, cut your materials to size. Although @arroz_con_gabichuelas uses the electric tools she has at home, you may be able to get your materials cut at Home Depot or a similar home improvement store.

After cutting your materials, attach the fluted trim to the plywood using wood glue and brand nails. Next, add the fluted trim and plywood you just assembled to the rails and stiles of your door. The rails are the horizontal panels of the door that go straight across, and the stiles are the verticle panels that run down the side. Repeat these steps for each side of your door. The final steps of @arroz_con_gabichuelas's project can be seen in her TikTok video. It seems that the creator completed the project in two parts, so you may want to set aside a few days to assemble this door.

After you have measured, cut, and assembled your plywood and fluted trim, it is time to use an electric drill to make holes in your door for your hinges. Next, paint your doors the color of your choice. After you have allowed the paint to dry, you may attach your hinges as well as your door handles or knobs, depending on which you prefer. Finally, add your decorative contact film to your glass panels and install them. Your doors should be ready to add to your IKEA HEMNES bookcase at this point. Although @arroz_con_gabichuelas did not show the process of attaching the doors to the bookcase in her video, it should be fairly straightforward.

Open the hinges you previously attached to your doors. Next, mount the side of the hinge not attached to the door to the bookcase using screws. It will need to be attached to either the inside or the outside of the bookcase wall depending on what kind of hinges you purchased. At this point, you should be all set. These bookcase doors will protect your stored belongings and provide an extra layer of privacy for those items you do not want on display. Perhaps most importantly, they add a stylish twist to the IKEA HEMNES bookshelf that can really elevate your space.