Creative Ways To Use An IKEA Bekvam Spice Rack For Entryway Storage And Organization

It's not unusual to think your entryway isn't all that exciting of a space. But that absolutely doesn't mean it should be ignored. After all, it's the first place you and your guests see upon opening the door. Your entryway provides the initial impression of your home, which means it's worth making an effort to keep the area tidy, stylish, and uniquely yours. 

But we get it if you don't know where to start when organizing the area. Entryways can be hardworking spaces, and you might think your only option is to purchase relatively expensive storage solutions like a hall tree or a console table. While larger furniture pieces can help, you can also pick up something as simple as an IKEA Bekvam spice rack, priced at just $6.99, and use it as an entryway storage solution. Don't believe us? Check out these six social media users who have proved that this spice rack can be transformed into something special for your entryway.

If you don't have a designated area for your keys, you'll love this clever IKEA Bekvam spice rack hack for your entryway. It's an especially useful idea if you're renting, as the project doesn't require any drilling into walls. Scotch mirror mounting tape can ensure that the spice rack is adhered to the entryway wall. You'll also want to stick on self-adhesive magnets to the bottom of the rack. Thanks to the magnets, you can easily store your keys! You can also take this fan-favorite IKEA spice rack DIY from basic to unique with a few easy additions, such as using gold hook screws (you can get a 10-pack of gold cup hooks on Amazon for under $8) instead of the magnets for your keys. Alternatively, add decorative elements like trim, decoupage, or paint to the rack.

To complete this project, purchase two IKEA Bekvam spice racks and one IKEA Hultarp rail (in the 31½-inch size). After attaching the spice racks together, screw the rail to the bottom of the organizer. You can now use the rail to hang your bags, umbrellas, keys, scarves, dog leashes, and more. For this idea, we would definitely recommend mounting the connected spice racks to the wall with screws, preferably into two studs. The rail adds an additional pound of weight, and allows you to hang items, which further increases the total weight the shelf should be able to securely hold. Here are some simple tips to locate a stud without a stud finder in case you've yet to add one to your DIY arsenal.

This TikTok user gave their entryway shelf a unique spin with scalloped edges and a nature-themed wood burning design. If you don't want to try out wood burning, you can absolutely still give your spice rack a floral makeover! Just dip a fine-tip brush in some acrylic paint and decorate the wood with a freehand nature-inspired design — or try out paint pens for more control (the Overseas Paint Pens on Amazon will work with wood). To achieve the same dark finish as in this video, you will also need to stain the shelf. Those who haven't worked with stain in past crafts may want to look at these DIY wood staining tips and tricks.

The IKEA Bekvam spice rack isn't the sturdiest, so it shouldn't be a place for adults to hang their heavier items, like coats. However, this Instagram user showed that it can hold a few small clothing items for your child in your entryway. If you're worried that your kid may not care about their new coat rack, despite all of your efforts, consider spray-painting it their favorite color, like a seaside blue or a bright red. The best way to spray-paint wood is to clean, sand, and apply a coat of primer to the surface before getting out your can of paint. If you want to skip having to use primer, opt for something like Rust-Oleum's Painter's Touch 2X Ultra Cover Spray Paint which contains a built-in primer. 

A talented young woodworker on Instagram showed that you can transform the IKEA Bekvam spice rack into a dedicated space for all your canine-related items. As shown in the photo, they placed their dog's treats and waste bags on the shelf. Meanwhile a collar and leash have been suspended from hooks, which had been screwed into the wood. While this DIYer chose to paint the shelf an off-white, you can use peel-and-stick wallpaper in a delightful dog-themed design (we particularly like the UniGoos Black & White Dog Peel and Stick Wallpaper) to remind you whose space this is. Just be careful with your application as peel-and-stick wallpaper has one major drawback – air bubbles.

Interested in rooting plant cuttings in water, but don't know where to place them in a way that will look cute rather than cluttered? This viral hack shows how to turn a plain IKEA spice rack into a propagation station that can be situated right in your entryway. Here, the cuttings will help to enliven the space and be conveniently close to the door the day you decide to transfer them into soil. For this DIY, you will need a drill and a hole saw attachment. The creator in the video chose glass candle jars from IKEA for the propagation containers, but to save you the hassle of melting and emptying out the wax, we'd recommend using whiskey glasses. This set of six Libbey Heavy Base Double Rocks / Old Fashioned Glasses should be the ideal size, and give you enough glasses for two propagation stations. Just make sure the holes you drill are slightly smaller than the 3.62-inch rim, so the glasses can be snugly suspended.