The 10 Best IKEA Products For 2023

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  • čas přidán 19. 06. 2024
  • In this video, I go over my favorite IKEA products for your home. I've already done a top 10 IKEA product video, but I thought it would be fun to review IKEA again for fall 2023 and discuss all the new stuff they've been coming out with! I have many videos on my channel about IKEA, from designer must-haves to top-secret luxury items to the best and worst products. Feel free to check them out if you can't get enough IKEA content!
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Komentáře • 493

  • @jaredleemease
    @jaredleemease Před 9 měsíci +284

    “….I’m just a guy in my living room who just spends way to much time at IKEA.” I love it, hilarious! Thank you Nick. I recently got the most adorable live cacti from IKEA…and of course, 2 yummy vegan hotdogs. Thank you for sharing. 😃

  • @jellocubez7
    @jellocubez7 Před 9 měsíci +104

    One tip I learned for the fjadar pillow is that you can get a 26" square and stuff into a 20" case for an overstuffed throw pillow that doesn't deflate as fast

    • @JennFrank
      @JennFrank Před 6 měsíci

      I recently learned this, too! To really overshoot when you’re buying filler squares! I’d had no idea 😮

  • @TheDenisedrake
    @TheDenisedrake Před 9 měsíci +287

    I LOVE how Nick makes one quick fun disclaimer at the beginning and then makes his best attempt at the pronunciation without slowing down the video. These videos are so entertaining and helpful.

    • @jenniferlynn3537
      @jenniferlynn3537 Před 9 měsíci +13

      ...I also will not be pronouncing *any* of the Swedish words properly...” ~Nick Lewis
      It’s Nick’s very relatable self-deprecating humor that does me in Every. Time!!! 🥰
      Whether or not Nick pronounces foreign furniture design words properly I’m not fooled: I know Nick strives for integrity in his word and work regardless. 😉

  • @dustycrowb0nes
    @dustycrowb0nes Před 9 měsíci +121

    FORSÅ is absolutely best lamp ever. I had mine for 10? years now and it was bought second-hand. I am 22 btw, so it survived almost half of my life, including my teen clumsiness, several moves from one apartment to another, ragequitting and so so many crafty times when I accidentally pushed it over edge or it got hit by various objects or my clumsy moves. That fcking lamp still works like wonder. I love it and at this point I think it is my very best friend.

    • @MyFocusVaries
      @MyFocusVaries Před 9 měsíci +5

      I had a forsa lamp back in the 80s!

    • @suzanneevans1771
      @suzanneevans1771 Před 9 měsíci +9

      This is one of the most enthusiastic product reviews I’ve ever read 😂

    • @loca8048
      @loca8048 Před 9 měsíci +4

      I've had mine for years as well - it's navy blue, just solid like a tank.

    • @francookie9353
      @francookie9353 Před 9 měsíci

      ​@@loca8048... it's a FORSÅ to be reckoned with! Ah? Ah? 😃😃
      ... ok, I'll close the door.

  • @Nina_Hallsjo
    @Nina_Hallsjo Před 9 měsíci +87

    As a Swedish person who used to work at IKEA in Britain, I can honestly say you’re doing great with the Swedish names! Keep up the good work

    • @thedativecase9733
      @thedativecase9733 Před 9 měsíci +1

      In the UK we've only recently stopped pronouncing the shop name as "Eye-key-ah" we all thought that was the right way to say it!

    • @thesender6793
      @thesender6793 Před 9 měsíci +1

      Ikea taught us to (mis)pronounce their name. That’s why we thought we were correctly pronouncing their name.

    • @never2late2bgreat60
      @never2late2bgreat60 Před 9 měsíci +8

      @@thedativecase9733What is the correct way to say it?

    • @bulman07
      @bulman07 Před 8 měsíci

      ​@@never2late2bgreat60Listen to the TV adverts, it's more like "ee-kee-ah, the wonderful everyday"

    • @kathycarlson7947
      @kathycarlson7947 Před 8 měsíci

      ​@@never2late2bgreat60eee-kay-uh. Accent on the first syllable

  • @kaystinebrink1220
    @kaystinebrink1220 Před 9 měsíci +205

    I buy the 26x26 pillow inner for my 20x20 pillows. Love the look. Cheaper from buying two of the smaller inner pillow.

  • @originofmrlee
    @originofmrlee Před 9 měsíci +89

    Regarding hangers - the wooden ones look nice and I had them for years, but they take up so much space. I've switched to flocked hangers now, and it's surprising how much more space there is in the wardrobe after removing the wooden ones. Flocked hangers hold on to your clothes better so they don't slip and get misshapen, and take up way less space - definitely the best option IMO.

    • @BellePullman
      @BellePullman Před 9 měsíci +12

      it does depend what clothes you're hanging of course - but the wooden hangers do take up more space on the rail, but they're providing that space for the clothes hanging on them. Ohh to have as much hanging space as Ikea thinks you have!

    • @alizackrone2995
      @alizackrone2995 Před 9 měsíci +4

      The wood hangers with the silicone ribbing are the best of both worlds but honestly its drives me nuts having mismatched hangers so i go for what i can always find, the black flocked hangers.

    • @dianekelly6764
      @dianekelly6764 Před 9 měsíci +3

      The flocking gets on the clothes. The directions on the box say to brush off the fuzz or wash the garment. Brushing doesn't work, and I want to wear, not wash, the garment. I lived with flocked hangers for 6 months. I want to get the silicone-coated thin hangers.

    • @dominaevillae28
      @dominaevillae28 Před 9 měsíci +3

      Walmart has silicone covered t-shirt hangers which are my favorite hangers for most things. Heavier jackets & coats get the wood hangers.

    • @stgrsa
      @stgrsa Před 9 měsíci +6

      Ooh yikes I hate that velvet material. The friction and feeling when the clothing scrapes along the velvet makes me cringe, like how most people feel with nails on a chalkboard. Could be a me issue, I just hate the sound/sensation. Silicone like others suggested seems like a better option.

  • @koala9374
    @koala9374 Před 9 měsíci +13

    Watching your videos makes me feel similar to when I'm curled up in a blanket on a rainy, stormy night. Relaxing, comforting, cosy. Safe as well somehow? Anyway... 😅 that's that.
    Thanks for this- I enjoy your Ikea videos! 😊

  • @fazdoll
    @fazdoll Před 9 měsíci +92

    The IKEA soft kids toys are da bomb! The veggie basket, the pizza kit, the cinnamon roll kit, and the shopping basket are amazing -- I'm a childless old woman and even I want to play with them.

    • @NancyD2
      @NancyD2 Před 9 měsíci +12

      They held up to the forces of my German Shepherd. Of course, now that he's gone, I can't get rid of them and they make me sad. (They're also too big in every way for my chihuahua)

    • @nancyreid8729
      @nancyreid8729 Před 9 měsíci +3

      My boxer loves the toys too; best doggy toys ever!

    • @chrism9294
      @chrism9294 Před 9 měsíci +5

      The stuffed animals… pandas, sharks, alligators, etc. They are perfect for kids who love animals and for pretend play.

    • @wolfe6220
      @wolfe6220 Před 9 měsíci +2

      ​@@nancyreid8729 I was gonna say! I just got a GSD/Dobie/Husky mix and she wants to play all day long. I may just swing by Ikea next weekend and surprise her.

    • @lauralake7430
      @lauralake7430 Před měsícem

      Came here to say this! I always pause in the toy section

  • @mnprlgrl79
    @mnprlgrl79 Před 9 měsíci +8

    We purchased the larger size Applaryd sofa because we have no guest room. Tried many sofa beds versions - hated them all. Too much prep time involved, and not enough comfort. The Applayrd seats have innerspring coils which provide good sitting and sleeping support. The width of the seat when the back cushions are removed is just about that of a twin mattress. The longer length suits just about any person's height. To protect the the velvet upholstery, and serve as a sheet covered sleeping surface, I purchased a twin size memory foam mattress topper, and an Ikea cotton sateen duvet in the matching red shade. The topper is a tad wider than the seat, but the slight overhang actually increases the feel of the width. Wash the duvet between guests, and keep on the topper which is easily rolled up into our rectangular ottoman. So easy to take off the back cushions, pull out the topper and lay atop the seat, add a pillow and a duvet covered comforter and voila, a very comfortable bed with good support - feels just like my Tempur-Pedic mattress - and almost no effort is involved. I think this is a fabulous investment for a single person living in a one room studio situation - sofa by day, bed by night. This sofa is really fabulous looking and easy to lounge on. Best sofa I have ever purchased!

  • @aniE1869
    @aniE1869 Před 9 měsíci +16

    One of my favorite things that I bought from Ikea was a knife made with a solid piece of metal. Definitely the most comfortable knife I've used.

  • @user-ef3vu8jy7c
    @user-ef3vu8jy7c Před 9 měsíci +9

    Love how straightforward he is and i really like his recommendations

  • @evandegenfelder4554
    @evandegenfelder4554 Před 9 měsíci +43

    Nick, I've watched your videos for about a year, commenting on a few, typically how contemporary interior design can possibly mesh with those of us who like restoration of vintage homes, vintage furniture, etc. I have to say you've grown on me ( And I mean that in the best possible way). I watched your recent post about selling your house/apt and why, and you nearly had me in tears. I'm sorry--you know what I mean--but I have to say, you've kept a professional presence on your channel in the last year. Kudos!

  • @youbetcha108
    @youbetcha108 Před 9 měsíci +35

    I don’t have much ikea but I did buy two wall mounted lamps for the bedroom and they still work; the gold finish never wore off but I had to replace the shades after 20 years. They work great. They are nearly 30 years old! I love love them! I hacked the white shades with white 1 inch fringe and made them even more lovely. Nice work here today!!!

  • @lilyofthevalley1283
    @lilyofthevalley1283 Před 9 měsíci +10

    Nick I found your channel about a week ago and have binged watched 90% of videos on your channel, they calm me down and make me happy in the evening

  • @carolinabasketeer8598
    @carolinabasketeer8598 Před 9 měsíci +25

    Nick - you have exquisite taste and I love hearing your curated selection from an affordable store!

  • @donyaroshan268
    @donyaroshan268 Před 9 měsíci +14

    I must say you’re one of my all time favourite creators on CZcams! Your videos are so informative, right to the point and entertaining to watch. I truly appreciate them!

  • @amydunn4404
    @amydunn4404 Před 9 měsíci +5

    I work at IKEA, and we use those desk chairs in our offices. They are great!

  • @corinneflorentino9874
    @corinneflorentino9874 Před 9 měsíci +11

    IKEA has some great pieces but I feel like if I’m at this price point, I might as well buy thrifted (and I can also get the ikea pieces that are higher end). I live in a major US city and people are always moving and I find that thrift stores are never out of ikea

  • @siiri2052
    @siiri2052 Před 9 měsíci +12

    we bought two side chairs for our living room after i came across one of your videos by chance in which you mentioned them. we wanted extra seating when we have friends over but don't have much space so they work well. the only problem is that the pets seem to find them rather comfortable themselves, so you'll usually find someone curled up in one or both if you want to sit down.

  • @Barb6106
    @Barb6106 Před 9 měsíci +13

    Loved this video and your suggestions, Nick!
    I live 2 hours away from 2 ikeas😭…I used to live closer and always enjoyed going ($$$$😱). Now I like seeing what is available and dreaming of “someday” going again. I sure wish they sent out their catalog! I used to fold up all the pages to check when shopping.
    I’m pretty shocked at the prices now! I never remember seeing a $2k couch..but I haven’t gone in 10 years because I downsized (and need NOTHING! ) They have really gone up.
    Enjoy your channel so much!❤️

  • @mamalovesthebeach437
    @mamalovesthebeach437 Před 9 měsíci +5

    I'm trying to steer away from torturing birds for pillows/comforters...would love to know if you have any suggestions for alternatives worth considering? I do love our kapok/latex Avocado pillows but would love your thoughts. I have a Henry Miller office chair that is a hideous lime green but hey, it was gifted to me. I'd love a pretty office chair but comfort and ergonomics wins. Love you Nick!

  • @pamelapeterson2987
    @pamelapeterson2987 Před 9 měsíci +45

    I have the Applaryd sofa and I absolutely love it...I can vouch for it being Numero Uno of Ikea products! Had to wait quite a while for my local Ikea to get it in stock but it was worth the wait.

    • @Carol_65
      @Carol_65 Před 9 měsíci +2

      I've been looking at this sofa for a while now. Thanks for posting this. One question: I've read reviews that said that it starts squeaking after awhile. Have you noticed this?

    • @pamelapeterson2987
      @pamelapeterson2987 Před 9 měsíci +3

      ​@@Carol_65 Hmm, I've owned mine for over a year now and I have not had any problem with squeaking...hopefully I won't have this issue in the future.

    • @WorkerBeeSupply
      @WorkerBeeSupply Před 9 měsíci +2

      @@Carol_65My partner and I have had ours for coming up to a year. We love it, it’s very comfortable, stylish, and affordable! I’ve noticed recently that there is a slight squeak of the springs when I really plop myself down on it, but it’s not ongoing (like shifting position). Perhaps I should just sit more gently on it 😂

    • @Carol_65
      @Carol_65 Před 9 měsíci +1

      Thank you so much for your replies! It is a beautiful sofa.😍

    • @zerorayne4782
      @zerorayne4782 Před 8 měsíci

      How soft or firm would you say it is? Is this a good lounge and watch a movie couch or is it more of a sit and socialize couch?

  • @elainal3775
    @elainal3775 Před 9 měsíci +4

    1. Thank you for this video. You approach your content with such truth and kindness and wit. It's much appreciated.
    2. I just want to say that your hair looks fabulous.

  • @Qtopian
    @Qtopian Před 9 měsíci +10

    Love this video! Maybe could you review Serena and Lily?
    It’s kind of a newer brand I know probably not your personal style but Id be interested to see your opinion on their products. It seems to be extremely popular where I live and Im curious as to why it is so trendy right now. Also a video on online antique retailers would be cool too like to review chairish and 1st dibs or best place for antiques!

  • @HoVseMD
    @HoVseMD Před 9 měsíci +7

    I can afford designer furniture now
    But I moved 18 times for the last 20 years and why not keep choosing a nicely designed furniture that served me well 🤓
    The baseline of all my settings is IKEA and I’m loving it 😍

  • @annesels2028
    @annesels2028 Před 6 měsíci +1

    One of my favorite IKEA items isn’t a luxury furniture item but something I find so useful and have shared about with friends who also love it - Bergenes Phone/Tablet holder - it costs just 2.99€ - made of bamboo it has two different widths to hold a phone or tablet - the wider width is great for a phone with its case on. Small and compact - it’s become a must for my travel bag as well. Makes a super great stocking stuffer. They are often placed in the stairwell railing bins at our IKEA (Germany)

  • @sandramariegray7894
    @sandramariegray7894 Před 9 měsíci +2

    IKEA is my favourite place to afternoon when I am a little bored and looking for something to do. Who doesn't love wandering around a lot of small rooms gaining decoration ideas? Stopping for some refreshment just to do it all again downstairs. Greetings Nick from Perth Australia.

  • @Sillydee97
    @Sillydee97 Před 9 měsíci +12

    I know you could care less about what anyone would think about your back wall but I miss the dark wall! It was fabulous!

    • @sarahrosen4985
      @sarahrosen4985 Před 9 měsíci +2

      Looking for someone else who noticed. Now I get builder-grade rental vibes. What a difference color makes.

    • @missmayflower
      @missmayflower Před 9 měsíci +1

      He’s moving out anyway.

    • @crnrm15534
      @crnrm15534 Před 9 měsíci +4

      He probably did that to make it easier to sell

  • @Cytogrrl
    @Cytogrrl Před 7 měsíci +1

    I love your disclaimer at the beginning about your pronunciation. Too funny. ❤

  • @Ruchie_K
    @Ruchie_K Před 9 měsíci +14

    I used to work in lights department at IKEA and Forsa is really a great lamp, classic and well loved. Great pick. ♥Of course Tertial is the most sold, I have it at my art studio as well, because of how versatile and cheap it is. But Forsa is so stylish.

  • @leehanten3309
    @leehanten3309 Před 9 měsíci +6

    Those Frasera glasses are amazing. I've used the same set in my home for YEARS & have even used them at work when I worked behind the bar. They are STURDY and gorgeous!

  • @lupus9596
    @lupus9596 Před 9 měsíci +9

    Love the chair, have my grandmother's from the 50's in same shape with forest flower stitching. Looks and feels great in front of the fireplace.

  • @AVOCADO.plus.ORANGE.Vintage
    @AVOCADO.plus.ORANGE.Vintage Před 9 měsíci +4

    I was my sheepskin all the time. On gentle, cold water, lay flat dry. Put it in the drayer once it's dry to fluff up 🐑🐏

  • @wakingtheworld
    @wakingtheworld Před 9 měsíci +40

    Ikea is one of those places where you go in with a short list and end up buying far more! Their 'rooms' give you ideas as well. As a result, I once bought some wall mounted rails and cushions (with tabs) which you suspend from said rails. This gives comfortable back support for dining guests stuck on the bench by the wall. As always, I love your humour and delivery, Nick. Assume your fan base is growing! You deserve it...

    • @emeraldxo23
      @emeraldxo23 Před 9 měsíci +2

      Love this. This is exactly what I want to do in my small kitchen breakfast nook. Let me know how it has stood up to the foot traffic.

    • @wakingtheworld
      @wakingtheworld Před 9 měsíci +2

      @@emeraldxo23 It's fine. Did buy this set up some time ago (hope they still sell them) but tbh I haven't had more than 5 round to dinner so not used that often. Having a bench means you can also push your table up against the wall and only pull out when needed.

    • @wakingtheworld
      @wakingtheworld Před 9 měsíci +2

      Just checking website. The closest to what I bought is a black HULTARP rail (80cms). I used 4 to create seating for 3 and bought 6 cushions (bum and back). Mine were KUDDARNA in style available then in charcoal grey plus other colours. The velcro tabs are now ties but hey it works. Good luck. You'd also need to know exactly how high to place the rails so sitting on the bench in Ikea I was able to take measurements!

    • @emeraldxo23
      @emeraldxo23 Před 9 měsíci

      Thank you so much for your feedback and insight. I don’t mind the table being pushed in since mostly it’s for dinner since breakfast time is not really an option, except on the weekends. But this wonderful encouragement to push forward with this idea. Thank you.

    • @mamaahu
      @mamaahu Před 9 měsíci +1

      I've just moved to France and was stunned at how differently the "rooms" are styled here.
      In the US, they sell the "dream". The vision we would like to have.
      In France, where people have less discretionary income and are more practical, they like to envision how things would look in reality!
      So, fridge covered with magnets, toys and clutter in the living room, etc.
      It's taking me a while since I like seeing the inspirational ideal.
      But then, the French frown on credit card debt and living within one's means.
      Another foreign concept!

  • @Jennifer_150
    @Jennifer_150 Před 9 měsíci +11

    Nick! Love that you include and find value in Ikea products despite the old reputation that comes with us all ending up having the “same stuff.”
    I think you can absolutely utilize Ikea products and still curate a unique home that tells “your story, your personal style.” So thank you!! 😊🙏
    One thing I’d love to see is a video on how ‘pet-friendly’ certain products are. 😻🐶
    I have 2 amazing, hilarious, *energetic* cats… 🥰 that also end up destroying my couches and chairs despite providing them with multiple cat trees and dedicated scratchers. 🙄
    It just is what it is. 🫤 I’ve learned over the years that the finer-woven the fabric, the less damage is done from scratching… and also, I’ve learned that cat hair on furniture goes almost undetected if you simply match your pet’s coat to your decor. Which is why *all* of my furniture is grey/white. 😸😂
    But I love colour, I love texture! If you could do a video on durable, scratch-resistant materials that aren’t “Crazy Cat Lady” leopard print, I would be in heaven! 😅😊🙏

    • @kjoy519
      @kjoy519 Před 9 měsíci +2

      My granddaughter is a vet tech and has three cats. She uses a spray bottle of water to use when the cats start to scratch the furniture. They are now so used to it that all she has to do to keep them from attacking the furniture is to make the spraying sound (psssttt!) and they don’t scratch anymore! Hope this helps. ♥️

    • @hannahlinton16
      @hannahlinton16 Před 5 měsíci

      I’d LOVE to see a video on this too!!

  • @user-fg2hl3gx7w
    @user-fg2hl3gx7w Před 9 měsíci +2

    I love this content, so spot on! And what I like a lot is the background, the two cabinets in the background, one that looks like a buffet table, long piece and a shorter taller cabinet, both look really classy.

  • @dianayukindez7857
    @dianayukindez7857 Před 8 měsíci +1

    As a Sweed, feel free to say the names as you wish. Even in Sweden we say it differently depending on where you come from. We have 6 different dialects and the ones from far north barely understand the ones from south. I applaud your effort.

  • @kitfranzman4860
    @kitfranzman4860 Před 9 měsíci +5

    You are a hoot! I love your delivery and your taste in decorating. Most decorators deliver their content like there is a stick up their .........Thank you for your videos.

  • @sheilabrenton1496
    @sheilabrenton1496 Před 9 měsíci +12

    Welcome to Nick's house where it's ALWAYS 12:18, even after completing a 17:34 second vid 😜

    • @madrietodd7625
      @madrietodd7625 Před 9 měsíci +1

      So true. (But I did notice a 12:00 time once.) I sometimes find myself checking the clock to see if it's changed. Not sure why, because it never does. 🤔

    • @Caren-bo4uw
      @Caren-bo4uw Před 9 měsíci +2

      Me too! I wrote a comment to Nick once about the clock, but never heard back. I meant no offense, just thought it was funny! 😀

    • @jimmyzhao2673
      @jimmyzhao2673 Před 9 měsíci

      Maybe one day he will prank us and it will be 4:20 for the whole video. 😉

  • @dissolved29
    @dissolved29 Před 9 měsíci +18

    I’ve had two of the side chairs for two years now and they are wonderful! So SO comfy! I have a vintage designer chair from the 60s/70s that’s very similiar and the Ikea ‚dupes’ are just as comfortable and much lighter = easier to clean around ;) Highly recommend based on actual experience.

  • @laurenceandre7460
    @laurenceandre7460 Před 9 měsíci +4

    One of my favorites is the Havberg swivel chair in rusty red. Soooo comfy and sooo beautiful !

  • @nancytripp6921
    @nancytripp6921 Před 9 měsíci +3

    I was in Ikea this past weekend for the first time in about 20 years, and although I love your videos on their products, I found it totally overwhelming...definitely retail sensory overload. I wish I could have taken more time to really look at different things...maybe another time, though I found what I wanted and it was perfect.

  • @yamabo
    @yamabo Před 9 měsíci +4

    My partner and I wanted to get the Björksnäs bed because it is so light and airy. We live in Sweden. Literally sold out from one day to the other in our city. The next day it sold out in Stockholm. Because demand on it was so high they didn't offer home delivery. We literally had to drive 2 cities away to get it and prayed on our way there that no one else pick it up in the meantime lol

  • @sonjafiore7584
    @sonjafiore7584 Před 9 měsíci +4

    my favorite idea memory was getting incredibly lost/turned around and having to ask how to get out. now I know all the hidden shortcuts as well as how to walk in lower level without having to go up escalator first 😅
    love this store if I have a couple hours to spare browsing! I never ever leave empty handed❤

  • @WorkerBeeSupply
    @WorkerBeeSupply Před 9 měsíci +4

    My partner and I have owned the Applaryd for nearly a year now and still love it. We get compliments on it when guests come over (a friend recently said “that’s from IKEA?!”) and the price point is perfect. We needed a couch upgrade for our new condo that we were moving into, and it was either spend thousands of dollars on an EQ3 couch we couldn’t agree on (we liked different styles) and then wait weeks and weeks for it, or get a much more affordable couch within days of ordering it. The first time we spotted it in IKEA we were both smitten, and it’s still so comfortable today. The only slight downside is that since the seat cushions don’t detach (kind of weird), there has been some rippling of fabric on top as the seat foam has relaxed. But I don’t really mind it!

  • @elizabethkragas3588
    @elizabethkragas3588 Před 9 měsíci +4

    Love my Karlstad 84” sofa! Solid wood frame and a good wood spring frame that sits underneath the foam cushions. It’s 6 yrs old and has the removable covers-every fabric piece can be washed. I think I paid $399 6 years ago! Great job, IKEA👍

  • @dianneadams3358
    @dianneadams3358 Před 9 měsíci +2

    Love-love-LOVE !! Your channel!!👍 thank you for sharing your thoughts and insights.

  • @angelagalluzzo883
    @angelagalluzzo883 Před 9 měsíci +4

    You are such a joy to listen to! I laugh every time! love your advice and tips!

  • @imisstoronto3121
    @imisstoronto3121 Před 9 měsíci +2

    I can’t resist: may the Forsa be with you. 🤪

  • @daniellerichard1385
    @daniellerichard1385 Před 9 měsíci +2

    Thank you - I just love your vlogs! You are not afraid to go against popular opinion, love that!

  • @marthadewey1267
    @marthadewey1267 Před 9 měsíci +4

    Another great video - and one that was very timely - I went down to IKEA last week, and had a list of items to check out, the Ekeneset was on my list...It was lovely, simple, clean lines, the upholstery is nicely done...and it is tall enough with a seat height of 45cm / over 17" to be comfortable for folks that are tall. Also, I usually dash through the lighting section...now I wish I had stopped to look around, thank you for the recommendations.

  • @chrisholbrook1552
    @chrisholbrook1552 Před 9 měsíci +1

    I was in Ikea a few days ago, & I saw that sofa. It’s gorgeous & very comfortable. I also loved the oak & beech and beech tables

  • @rokssolana
    @rokssolana Před 9 měsíci +2

    Watching this while literally sitting in that Ekeneset armchair that got the silver (number 2) on Nick's list. Can confirm: in addition to being a timeless elegant design and a very solid high-quality piece, it is also very comfy. I use it as my work chair and sit on it for 12 hours straight. My backache actually went away when I swapped my old chair for it!

  • @TanteSklaidos
    @TanteSklaidos Před 9 měsíci +1

    Nick!! so happy t see this video. I am from continental Europe and now live in Ireland and to my eye there is so little choice here so Ikea has been my saving grace. I always joke that my home is An Ode to Ikea - I know that it is not best quality stuff but to afford similar designs here I would have to be in a different tax bracket, so I am just so happy Ikea exists at all.

  • @lunaeaweatherstone7906
    @lunaeaweatherstone7906 Před 9 měsíci +7

    Nick (and friends), check out the Arstid table lamp too. It's timeless in the beautiful brass finish, but there is also nickel plated. It's got a great weight to it and a classy beaded pull chain. It has a narrow footprint, so you can fit it in anywhere. I have one as a bedside table, one in my office, and one on the dining room sideboard. The shade is white pleated fabric, and I tea-stained mine by just blotting with a wet teabag. Writing this out has made me think I might need to get another couple of these just in case they every discontinue. Really just a perfect little lamp.

    • @deborahhanna4397
      @deborahhanna4397 Před 9 měsíci +1

      Definitely! We just finally let go of one that was around 15 years old. It was still in great shape, just outgrown.

  • @sl3772
    @sl3772 Před 9 měsíci +8

    I've been loving that last sofa too, especially in that red-ish tone. If I was in the market for a sofa I'd have a hard time not getting that one! That colour just feels like such a commitment even though I've liked it for a year 😅

    • @RachelDee
      @RachelDee Před 9 měsíci

      Eh. You can always reupholster it

  • @deborahmatatall
    @deborahmatatall Před 9 měsíci +1

    Lots of fun and great information, Nick! Thank you!🌸

  • @marlenehibiskus
    @marlenehibiskus Před 9 měsíci +1

    this was so helpful!

  • @DT.Random
    @DT.Random Před 9 měsíci +3

    We got this sofa recently and getting it Nick approved is all we needed! ❤

  • @TheCelestialhealer
    @TheCelestialhealer Před 9 měsíci +3

    Thank you for all items especially Ekeneset, love it, looks very elegant to me.

  • @2CreateArt
    @2CreateArt Před 9 měsíci +2

    Love your intro, Nick. The 20x20 pillow used to have more feathers if you add the foam filled pillow in back it makes it real nice, full but cheaper in price

  • @jant4741
    @jant4741 Před 9 měsíci +1

    Had to IKEA chat to complete an online order as checkout wasn’t working this morning. Real person, not a bot! Pleasant chat, data exchange & emailed me invoice. Done. Awesomely impressed. Will be shopping IKEA!

  • @ninabooker2904
    @ninabooker2904 Před 9 měsíci +2

    I ALWAYS take you serious, Nick. You are seriously FUN, HONEST, SUPERIOR DESING STYLE, you make me laugh, in a good way. ❤❤Love you, Nick.

  • @bridgetmcbride6634
    @bridgetmcbride6634 Před 9 měsíci

    LOVE EVERYTHING. Thanks, Nick!!!

  • @jenknox2478
    @jenknox2478 Před 9 měsíci

    😅 love your comment about just being a guy in his living room. You’re very down to earth and I love watching your videos. Thank you for doing these.

  • @annaeriksson243
    @annaeriksson243 Před 7 měsíci +2

    I´m from Sweden and I just love your channel😉 and I can say that you pronounced the names really good!

  • @kathyg1117
    @kathyg1117 Před 9 měsíci

    Thank you for the inspiration Nick, you gave me lots of good ideas! 😊

  • @jayemowrey1416
    @jayemowrey1416 Před 9 měsíci +1

    You're in great spirits ! Love your approach...
    Must say I do agree with you Most of the time....
    Keep up the good work,😊

  • @janinehechter7673
    @janinehechter7673 Před 9 měsíci +1

    Ikea is just the best to create a basis for one's home, then one can add one's own personality from there. As always, thanks for a great and entertaining video Nick! Best regards from South Africa

  • @MyFocusVaries
    @MyFocusVaries Před 9 měsíci +13

    "Way too much time at IKEA." That's not a thing.
    (IKEA saved my life

  • @NicoleShutko
    @NicoleShutko Před 8 měsíci

    I love your videos! You get right to the point, you are very informative and I love your taste! Thank u

  • @paulinast.
    @paulinast. Před 8 měsíci +2

    I am 99% sure that yesterday I went to the exact Ikea that Nick featured in the video, lol!
    And I must tell you I sat on all the sofas, and I am so grateful to Nick for pointing out the Applaryd- its “bounciness” and overall comfort is phenomenal compared to all other sofas.

  • @beefcreeb96
    @beefcreeb96 Před 9 měsíci

    Yours is just the channel I've been looking for. Thank you.

  • @dianawiggins3791
    @dianawiggins3791 Před 6 měsíci

    I love these videos. Great info and you make me laugh.

  • @heidialexander8440
    @heidialexander8440 Před 9 měsíci

    Thanks for the fun video and excellent picks. You're a gem!

  • @ValJostock-ji6ce
    @ValJostock-ji6ce Před 7 měsíci

    I love Nick’s honesty.

  • @johnnnnny
    @johnnnnny Před 6 měsíci

    Happy I stumbled across your video! Just subscribed and can't wait to check out all your tips. Love that you're also from Canada 😊

  • @kimmacquarrie2726
    @kimmacquarrie2726 Před 9 měsíci +7

    Love watching you , you make me smile.

  • @lizjones9227
    @lizjones9227 Před 9 měsíci

    Love your sense of humour, light sarcasm and taste Nick!

  • @barbaracooper767
    @barbaracooper767 Před 9 měsíci +6

    I have those nightstands and agree. They are pretty darn nice for the money. In general nightstands can be costly.

  • @wendyrichards7458
    @wendyrichards7458 Před 9 měsíci +2

    Great vid ,I own nothing from Ikea but I did like several of your picks could happily live with most of them ,I do love my puffy office chair though .Old time tip for plumping feather cushions and pillows ..grasp two corners and drop them on the floor ,this is faster and more effective than fluffing .I really don't get the rabbit ear ,karate chop thing .

  • @Nicktyelor3
    @Nicktyelor3 Před měsícem

    Watching this now after buying our Applaryd a few months ago and feel VALIDATED knowing that you also love it so much too 😅
    Absolute HELL to assemble the legs because of bad hole alignments and I will say the seat cushions tend to get slightly wrinkled (can be smoothed out), but so worth it.

  • @49Roadmaster
    @49Roadmaster Před 8 měsíci

    Great video. I have to mostly agree with your list.

  • @evacastillo3139
    @evacastillo3139 Před 9 měsíci +1

    I was thinking the same thing I love his videos not everything goes with my ideas but still take everything into consideration I don't get offended by his videos you go Nick !!

  • @callalacey
    @callalacey Před 9 měsíci

    Excellent video! I did go watch the one you made about you get what you pay for and it was also very good. I learned a lot from it

  • @cannedangel8550
    @cannedangel8550 Před 9 měsíci

    loved your picks!

  • @soulsticegirl1969
    @soulsticegirl1969 Před 9 měsíci +2

    Omg I watched a bunch of other Ikea 2023 vids yesterday and was hoping hoping hoping you would post yours before my Ikea trip next week. Get out of my head Nick!!!

  • @RobertDWilson81
    @RobertDWilson81 Před 9 měsíci +13

    Love me some IKEA!!

  • @SarahMarionSmith
    @SarahMarionSmith Před 8 měsíci

    thanks for these videos

  • @isagoldfield7393
    @isagoldfield7393 Před 9 měsíci +1

    Happy Saturday Nick! I’m so glad for this upload bc you made me laugh 😂 when you said, here here, I don’t know where it is, when you’re talking about the lighting😂🤣😂 Hope you’re having a wonderful weekend🫶🪅💕

  • @elizabethcohen1035
    @elizabethcohen1035 Před 9 měsíci

    I love that office chair. I spend most of the day in my home office sitting in it and it's awesome. Good back support too.

  • @TheRuthParsons
    @TheRuthParsons Před 9 měsíci

    I like the repainted back wall, Nick - makes the room feel brighter.

  • @pia9343
    @pia9343 Před 9 měsíci +5

    The lamp is the bomb, I have it chrome.

  • @PaolaRL
    @PaolaRL Před 9 měsíci +1

    An Ikea video from Nick? Thank you 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

  • @SheilaEnglish2
    @SheilaEnglish2 Před 9 měsíci +2

    Very informative video. (May I also add how beautiful that pink colour is on you. )

  • @sarahmadden3636
    @sarahmadden3636 Před 8 měsíci

    I love that my hangers and my listerby made the cut! I'm in love with them. We have pets and kids and this holds up great

  • @diannefitting798
    @diannefitting798 Před 9 měsíci

    Another great video. I appreciate you.

  • @miravales7450
    @miravales7450 Před 5 měsíci

    The USA / Canada IKEA might stock some slightly different products but my personal favourite now is a metal cart called Râskog. It has three units for storage, is super easy to assemble, it's narrow enough to fit everywhere. It can serve as extra in the kitchen, at the dinning table, at the work station, in the bathroom etc. Super versatile and with that slight curve looks good both in modern as well as traditional interiors.

  • @morriganwitch
    @morriganwitch Před 9 měsíci +1

    I love the mid century chair so so much xxx