IKEA Cabinets That Fit Perfectly Under A Pedestal Sink For Maximum Storage

Whether you're looking to score some cheap kitchen accessories or budget-friendly assemble-it-yourself furniture, IKEA is great for lots of things. They also have a wide selection of versatile pieces that can be paired with awkward or seemingly unfinished elements of your home, like cabinets to fit underneath your pedestal sink. Pedestal sinks are great for a small footprint, but they can be somewhat impractical for the average homeowner who needs storage in the bathroom. This is especially true if your bathroom lacks any other closets or shelving spaces. 

Maybe you think you made a mistake buying a pedestal sink. Rather than ripping out your pedestal sink and installing a new vanity/sink combo, IKEA's standalone cabinets can be a helpful and cost-effective approach. With a new cabinet, you'll increase the amount of storage you have and enhance storage accessibility in one fell swoop. Before committing to any bathroom cabinets, however, make sure to measure the height of your pedestal sink. While many sinks of this variety fall between the 29- and 34-inch height range, there is not a standard requirement for their height. Measuring in advance can save you a headache afterwards. Cabinets worth examining include IKEA's HEMNES, EKET, ENHET, LILLTJÄRN, and KOLBJÖRN.

The LILLTJÄRN offers perhaps the most perfect configuration for a pedestal sink cabinet, as it features a cutout to accommodate the floor-to-sink support pedestal. It also costs a mere $16.49, making it by far the most affordable option on this list. Its two small doors conceal a hidden bathroom storage space, and the top can be loaded up with practical or beautiful items that need a place to go. Since it is made from plastic, this cabinet is easy to maintain within bathrooms. Simply clean it with a mild, soapy solution and dry it thoroughly. 

Customers who have purchased the LILLTJÄRN are pretty torn on their feedback — while many love it, others criticize aspects of the cost-effective cabinet. One buyer wrote, "I found this to be easy to put together, and it fits perfectly in my little bathroom. It doesn't hold a lot, but I can get six spray bottles of cleaners plus some smaller items." Most of the critical reviews mention the difficult experience of assembling the plastic cabinet. A couple state that its cutout is too small for a pedestal to fit within. Currently, though, the LILLTJÄRN is the only cabinet from IKEA to be equipped with a dedicated slot to fit a pedestal.

If you're on the hunt for something that offers more storage space and is sturdier, the HEMNES ($249) is a great option that can make your small bathroom feel bigger. As mentioned, there isn't a cutout in the back of this cabinet like with the LILLTJÄRN, so be prepared for it to sit a few inches from the wall or squeeze it into a narrow area beside the sink. It is made from pine and comes in a versatile gray. It's fitted with an elongated drawer that you can use to store corded tools like your hair dryer or flat iron; it also has generous clearance on its slatted shelf, which you can fill with cute baskets for stowing towels, toilet paper, and other necessities. Finally, the top of the cabinet is spacious enough to load up with random odds and ends that need a place to go.

Customers seem to be pleased with the HEMNES for the most part. They praise the piece for its sturdiness, as well as the ease of installation. A couple reviews specifically state that the drawer is easy to use. The HEMNES won't last long, though, as it is currently listed as "last chance to buy," IKEA's designation for pieces that are in line to be discontinued.

While this cabinet comes from the ENHET kitchen lineup, there is no reason that it cannot be repurposed within your bathroom. This large base cabinet with doors ($124-130) is also best reserved for installation by DIYers, as it will take a bit of converting to make it work. Although ENHET isn't designed to be installed with a pedestal sink (there's no cutout in the back of it), the bottom panel is made from particleboard which can be seamlessly cut with a jigsaw. When putting the cabinet together, you should be able to assemble the cabinet's back panel by threading it through the space between the pedestal and the wall.

The ENHET comes in a number of color variations, including white/oak, white/gray, and plain white. It's designed to be completed with two legs ($9 per pack) that raise it 4 ½ inches off the ground. You'll also want to find a piece of material to install on the top of the open cabinet, but feel free to experiment with whatever best suits your design preferences and daily needs. Complete the inside of the cabinet with baskets or metal storage shelves ($15.99 from Amazon Basics) to make the most of the ample interior space.

If you're in between places or living in a pedestal-sink-containing home for a couple years, the KOLBJÖRN ($149) could be a superb option for you. Like the HEMNES, it doesn't have a cutout for a pedestal, but its narrow footprint means that it won't jut out excessively. It's made for indoor/outdoor use, so you know it can stand up to daily wear and tear, and whenever you move out of your current accommodations, you can repurpose it on your patio or front porch. The inside features two large shelves that are ideal for storing anything that needs concealing and its understated aesthetic (available in beige or brown-red) can successfully integrate into many decor schemes.

Reviews on the KOLBJÖRN are a little bit scattered. Some customers adore the cabinets and mention how versatile and functional they are, whereas others brutally criticize the installation process. Many customers who are frustrated with the construction mention the door alignment, "This will be a huge dealbreaker for some. It's impossible to get the doors to line up. The lack of fine-tuning, unlike IKEA's living room consoles, is disappointing." Another individual acknowledges the door issue but says it is not very noticeable, making it seem that product satisfaction is a matter of personal preference with this piece.

Though not as cheap as the LILLTJÄRN, the EKET ($90) cabinet is a solid choice for someone looking for budget-friendly and attractive storage. Similar to the HEMNES and the KOLBJÖRN, this cabinet doesn't have a pedestal cutout, but the slim 13 ¾-inch depth makes this a viable option, regardless. The streamlined design and white or dark gray coloration make it simple to pop into any bathroom. Inside, there is ample storage on its two shelves.

As with many IKEA products, customers are torn when it comes to construction. Several critical reviews cite assembly issues as the source of their frustration, and some state that it's not a particularly hardy piece of furniture and is made from hollow wood. Other individuals claim it's a well-made piece of furniture: "I don't understand the 1 star reviews. We found it quite easy to assemble, but indeed it requires some drilling." IKEA products like the EKET might be on the budget side of things, but customers are reminded that customer service is available to help with tricky installation questions. If the piece is truly not working for you, however, IKEA accepts returns within 180 days of purchase. Whether you chose your pedestal sink or simply inherited it, adding some functional storage from IKEA underneath it can be an easy process.