25 IKEA Hemnes Dresser Hacks to Give Your Room a Refresh

Some IKEA pieces lend themselves to hacking more than others and the Hemnes dresser is at the top of this list. Its clean lines and simple design mean that the is dresser ready for a makeover and can take on any design style you can dream of.

Whether you already own a Hemnes dresser or you buy a pre-loved one, these Hemnes hacks will inspire you to get hacking today.

Designer Looks

Dress up any room with this designer update of the Hemnes dresser. Adriana from Modern Avenue Co had a four-year-old dresser in need of a refresh.

She decided to go for a bold transformation with oversized dowels, new hardware, and a chic deep beige color. The result is a designer dresser that is unrecognizable.

Scalloped Detail

Adding a simple detail like this scallop design is a fun and easy way to switch up the Hemnes dresser.

The creator behind @saltandhoney_reclaimed sanded down a secondhand Hemnes dresser to remove the existing dark stain. She then used a cup to trace out the scallop design, painted the dresser, and finished with some new hardware.

You could use a scallop stencil if free-hand drawing isn’t your thing.

Cute Drawer Pulls

One of the quickest ways to change the look of the Hemnes dresser is with a new set of drawer pulls.

Jennifer from @jennifer_abigail chose the cutest heart-shaped handles that she found on Etsy.

Color Drenched

If your Hemnes dresser doesn't quite fit with your decor, you're one paint can away from making it match.

Megan from @the_renovation_at_no_4 painted hers pink to match her wall and her overall bedroom color scheme of pink and green.

Scandinavian Minimalism

Being partial to Scandinavian decor, Colton from Stuff in Seattle decided to create the look with a used Hemnes dresser that he bought for just $65.

He painted the dresser black and made some angular pine legs to create a clean, pared-back look. The combination of black and pine is ideal for any minimalist interior.

Rustic Charm

After living with the white Hemnes dresser for a while, Sarah from Lemon and Bloom realized that a wooden dresser would work much better in her room.

Buying a new one wasn't in budget so she stripped and stained her Hemnes to create the rustic wooden dresser she had dreamed of.

Playful Ombre

For a playful look, Jennifer from Jennifer Laura Living painted the Hemnes in shades of blue to create an ombre effect.

It’s the addition of the animal handles that really adds a fun look to this dresser, ideal for any child’s room.

Delicate Fluting

Fluting is one of the more popular styles when it comes to Hemnes dresser hacks but there are different styles within the fluted look.

Wanting a delicate look, the Instagrammer behind @agave.abode painstakingly glued over 1000 wooden BBQ skewers to the drawer fronts.

Yes, really! She then stained the dresser for a warm oak finish. This isn’t a quick hack but you will end up with a one-of-a-kind dresser.

Minimal Style

Not every hack needs hours of work. This simple yet striking transformation involved just some paint and new leather drawer pulls.

Helen from Beautyill had an old black Hemnes dresser that didn’t fit with her lighter-colored decor. So instead of replacing it she did a quick transformation and it looks completely different.

Pretty Pastel

One of the best ways to keep costs very low for your project is to source a used Hemnes dresser which is what Deb from @dalboscodesign did. After giving it a makeover, it looks brand new.

For this look, she started by sanding the dresser down and painting it with some mineral paint. For contrast, she white-washed the wooden dresser top and finished it with rattan handles for a little texture.

Modern Farmhouse

With a little imagination, the Hemnes dresser can be turned into a one-of-a-kind piece. That’s what Renee from @pompousclock was aiming for with her Hemnes hack.

Using some chalk paint and the dry brushing technique, she created a modern farmhouse-inspired piece that's unique to her home.

Classic Oak Look

Oak furniture is expensive, especially large pieces like dressers. Katelyn from @makeityourhome found a way to get the look without the expense.

The trick? She used some very heavily watered-down paint and completed the look with some wood wax. No one would guess that this isn’t oak.

Artistic and Vibrant

This Hemnes hack will take some artistic skills, but you will end up with a piece that truly expresses your personal flair.

Carolina from @carolaestaloca hand-painted this dresser but if artistry isn't your thing, you could create a similar look with stencils in a pattern that speaks to you.

It’s not just the pretty design but also the vibrant colors that make this dresser a standout piece.

Simple Elegance

While some hacks need power tools and lots of supplies, there are simpler Hemnes hacks that can be just as transformative.

Jessica from Jessica Van Gaalen & Tribe changed up her Hemnes dresser by painting it in a rich green shade and then added elegant brass handles. Simple, sophisticated and unrecognisable!

Beaded Handles

Many Hemnes hacks involve switching up the handles but the handles are usually bought.

Here Isabella from Colores de mi Alma got creative by stringing some wooden beads together and using them as pretty drawer pulls.

The bright green color she chose makes the handles even more of a feature as they really stand out against the green.

Shaded Pink

This shaded pink dresser fits right into this adorable circus-themed nursery. Instagrammer Hanna Rodin started with the darkest shade of pink and then added different amounts of white to create each of the lighter shades.

Keeping the frame white makes the drawers pop even more.

Fluting Flair

Fluted furniture is popular as it works with a range of interior styles from minimalism to maximalism.

Jessica from @woodworkingwithjessica opted for a pared-back look by gluing wooden dowels to the drawer fronts which she left in their natural state.

Leaving the frame of the dresser white creates a subtle yet stylish contrast against the wood.

Timeless Classic

When you want a complete change in look without spending too much time using furniture overlays can be the solution.

Ashley from Ashley Alexis Creative wanted a re-create the look of a classic dresser that she had seen online but couldn't stretch to buying it.

So she got the look by gluing on some overlays and adding crystal drawer pulls to create the look.

Vintage Inspired

If your decor style leans vintage, the Hemnes can be given a vintage-inspired makeover too.

Kata from @studio_twentyseven used mineral paint on the dresser as it gives an even and brushstroke-free finish which results in a professional look.

She finished the drawers in a dark walnut stain and added some traditionally styled brass hardware.

Painted Cane

When refreshing her bedroom, Alicia from Design of Your Life knew she wanted to add some cane to her room for a touch of midcentury decor.

Since the natural look wasn't quite right for her space, she painted the entire dresser, including the cane, black. Slim brass handles completed the look of this designer-looking dresser, that she transformed on a budget.

Rustic Farmhouse Style

From modern to vintage, the Hemnes can be given so many different looks.

Annika from @mrs.schallis.paintedfurniture wanted a rustic, slightly aged look for her salvaged Hemnes dresser.

She used chalk paint in two colors and added some white wax for the lightly distressed look, which gives the piece lots of texture too.

Traditional Meets Modern

This $40 thrifted dresser got a complete transformation that makes it look more like it came from an expensive boutique.

With a mix of traditional accents and modern touches, this dresser would work in a range of spaces.

Even though it’s unrecognizable, Amanda from Love & Renovations promises that’s it’s an easy project that doesn’t need any power tools. So if you're a beginner DIYer, this could be the Hemnes hack for you.

Budget-Friendly Fluting

While fluting is a popular look, the cost of all that wood can soon start adding up especially if you want a bolder look to your fluting.

Erika from Peony and Honey came up with a clever solution which also meant that no power tools were needed.

Her solution? Using half-foam dowels which made this project super affordable and easy, although you wouldn't tell by looking at it.

Modern Design

German blogger Daggi from gonepaintin wanted to modernize her preloved Hemnes dresser in a way that would express her personal design flair.

Not only did she paint the dresser black but she added her own unique touch by gluing on some wood panels in a modern geometric pattern.

She also trimmed the top of the dresser to remove the overhang which gave it a more contemporary look.

High-End Design

You may find it hard to believe that this was a used Hemnes dresser before it got this upgrade.

Lindsey from @thedcdiyer completely changed the look of her old dresser by wrapping it in wooden slats made of oak.

The inspiration for this dramatic transformation came from a dresser that was retailing for thousands but Lindsay got the look at a fraction of the price.

Read the original article on The Spruce.