Best-Selling IKEA KALLAX Accessories For Even More Organized Storage

No matter how big or small your home is, it always seems like we're scrambling for storage space. Making sure that every item has a designated home is a smart organization habit that helps you keep your space clutter-free. But if you have a lot of stuff, then you know firsthand that carving out a home for each item can be tricky. That's where large organizational units such as IKEA's KALLAX system come in. These shelving units are comprised of rows of boxes, making them look like an organized grid. They can be as small as two boxes wide and two boxes tall, or as large as five boxes tall and five boxes wide, but the system can keep growing if you just put multiple units next to each other. While you can easily stash items in each cube, there are IKEA KALLAX accessories that make your storage even more organized. 

These cube inserts run the gamut, varying from additions with drawers to cat houses to wine bottle shelves. You can tailor the cubes to fit best whatever item you're trying to tuck away. This makes these items not only easier to access, but also easier to put away after you finish using them. Here are some of IKEA's bestselling KALLAX accessories to consider for your own unit.

While storing individual pairs of shoes, toys, or dishes would look attractive displayed in each cube, it would look chaotic if you tried to pile multiple items on one shelf. That's where the box inserts come in. Whether you fill the entire unit with storage boxes or choose to only line the bottom, you will get plenty more storage space since your clutter will be hidden away. You can toss in smaller like-items together here, making them easy to find. For example, the boxes can hold flip-flops, smaller action figure toys, or smaller craft or hobby materials.

 They vary in all kinds of designs, allowing you to choose the style that best fits your aesthetic. For instance, the DRONA box, which retails for $3.99, is a simple black polyester box with a handle, which can blend in well with all types of interior design styles. However, if you want something more boho, the $12.99 GNABBAS basket might be more your speed, which is woven out of seagrass. If this is more to help organize an office, the TJOG box could be a better fit due to its metal label holder on the front. Or if you prefer an elevated but minimalist look, then the white PLOGFARA box is a solid pick. It's made of metal and has a simple handle on the front, organizing the space in style.

If you have smaller items that would get lost floating inside a giant basket, then the KALLAX drawer inserts might be a better pick. They will take basic IKEA KALLAX storage to new heights. These create two slide-out drawers in each cubby, allowing you to put away everything from smaller office supplies to jewelry to notebooks. 

There are different types of styles you can choose from, allowing you to match them to your own personal aesthetic. For instance, the Wave Shaped insert, which costs $20, has a funkier design perfect for people who like their furniture to have some personality. Rather than having a handle, pull, or knob, the drawer face dips down like a wave, creating a gap that acts as a pull. If you prefer a more classic, nondescript design, then the 2-drawer insert is more your speed. This costs $15 and comes in four different colorways: black, white, white oak veneer, and high gloss white.

If you prefer to see all of your items on display rather than stashed in a box or behind a drawer, then the shelf insert can be a good middle ground. It creates a series of smaller shelves in the cube, allowing you to compartmentalize smaller things in a tidy way. There are different kinds to choose from, from four shelves to two shelves to X-shaped dividers, so there is something for every scenario. 

The KALLAX Insert with one shelf is $10 and creates two shelves inside the cubby. You can insert the shelf horizontally to create a space for flatter items, such as books, notebooks, or small knick-knacks, or you can install the shelf vertically to make a divider for books or records. The KALLAX Insert with four shelves is $25 and creates five slots in a single cubby, and can be utilized in the same way. Due to its smaller compartments, this can be great for organizing things like papers, puzzles, or flat crafting tools. If you have cylindrical things you want to store, the KALLAX Insert with Compartments might be a better fit. Clocking in at $10, it comes in the shape of an X and is perfect for storing everything from rolled-up crafting paper to yarn or fabric. 

Do you have a feline friend rooming with you? If so, you have probably noticed they love to climb into the KALLAX's cubbies. The small squares mimic the feel of a box, allowing them tight but cozy quarters to nap and lounge. Well, you can upgrade their experience with the KALLAX cat house. You can add it to the bottom of the unit if your cat prefers to walk directly into their DIY cat tree, or place it at a higher position if they prefer to climb and perch. 

The KALLAX cat house is $20 and features a cube with a white "front door" panel on the front. This panel has a cat head cut-out, which acts as the entrance to the insert. If you have multiple cats or just want to give your one furry friend variety, consider installing several inserts to keep things fun and varied for them. If the cat cut-out isn't quite your style, then you can choose a less "cutesy" design in the form of the USTADD cat house. This polyester bin is $8 and is a blueish-gray color. It has a simple circle entrance cut-out, and even has extra padding inside to make it a cozier dwelling. 

If you're displaying your KALLAX system in your living or dining room, then you're likely using a portion of it for hosting storage. Whether you have extra serving ware, liquor bottles, or your favorite wine glasses stored in the individual cubbies, it's a great way to corral your extra party items. If you like to keep a few extra bottles of wine on hand, KALLAX insert for bottles to neatly organize your wine collection. 

This particular insert costs $20 and creates nine individual slots for storing bottles horizontally. However, reviewers shared that they don't only use this for wine bottles. Instead, you can use it in just about every room in the house. Some buyers shared that they use it in their closets to either store individual sandals in each slot or rolled up items of clothing. You can move it to your craft room and use it to house rolled up pieces of tracing or craft paper or perhaps leftover felt or balls of yarn. In the kitchen, some use it to store their tumblers while others use it as part of a coffee station to organize their coffee syrups.