DIY Ikea Litter Box Hack! | Ikea Ivar Cabinet
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Hey guys! I'm Alexandra Gater and I show you how to do rental-friendly upgrades and DIY projects on a budget. New videos every Saturday! Today I'm hacking the Ikea Ivar cabinet into a stylish, DIY cat litter box! There's cane webbing, arches and a cute fluffy cat so please enjoy! I love Ikea hacks, and I also love concealed litter boxes so I hope this inspires you to DIY your own hidden litter box.
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@karencreen5388 2 жыл бұрын
If you're going to hang something over still live electrical wires, you should add a cover plate over the electrical box. They're like $1.50 and will make the whole thing so much more safe!
@chardibinx 2 жыл бұрын
Ironic that the print is of electric lightning bolts
@catreader9733 Жыл бұрын
A proper cover might even be required where you removed the light fixure, either by National Electrical Code or more local addendum. Regardless, it is a smart move for safety. What you have there now seems to fit the definition of a junction, even if it is no longer powered. A junction must be enclosed in a covered box, and it must not be drywalled over or enclosed by wall finishing. Please get the correct cover and install it or have an electrician do it. Your artwork will hide it nicely, and that is permitted.
@nitzeart 2 жыл бұрын
Soaking cane is actually the way traditional baskets and weaves are made. My mom used to make some and I did once too! Always so much to learn from artisans.
@jokk130994 2 жыл бұрын
Don’t know how much space Lottie needs when she’s inside, but maybe you could put a shelf inside the cabinet at the very top and keep any cat related items there. Like the scoop for the litter. It would be the cat central cabinet!
@Beruthiel45 2 жыл бұрын
Great idea 💡👍👏
@darlaburnett8666 2 жыл бұрын
What a cute hack! So you asked about the wall color I would definitely leave the wall color not sure about the cabinet because it kind of blends in with the wall but if that was what the objective was that it didn’t stand out then you accomplished and it looks really really good. It still looks really really good whether that was what she wanted or not I just think the cabinet that you made that’s really cute just kind of blends in with your wall.
@jokk130994 2 жыл бұрын
@@darlaburnett8666 I think you may have replied to the wrong comment
@darlaburnett8666 2 жыл бұрын
@@jokk130994 sorry! Didn’t realize it was going to you not Alexandra
@jokk130994 2 жыл бұрын
@@darlaburnett8666 not a problem. Didn’t want you to miss out on any conversation you might have wanted to be a part of.
@tt-tc2xo 2 жыл бұрын
Okay, this is the most gorgeous kitty ever. Can we have a 24h stream of Lotti being a cat and doing cat things?
@AlexandraGater 2 жыл бұрын
Hahaha this is a great idea!
@tt-tc2xo 2 жыл бұрын
@@AlexandraGater Seriously, this cat could be a supermodel featured on cat magazines, giving other kitties body image and self-esteem issues.
@DoerteChantal 2 жыл бұрын
@@tt-tc2xo 🤣
@me4getz 2 жыл бұрын
@@AlexandraGater The Lotti Cam - live stream
@emeraldfernandez5010 Жыл бұрын
@@AlexandraGater kzfaq.info/get/bejne/ZpmIhtWpqq20iac.html ☝☝☝YOU’RE DOING CAT LITTER WRONG & Here’s Why - Jackson Galaxy @JacksonGalax
@MrsPampa 2 жыл бұрын
Maybe I would have used a picture frame for the "entrance/exit" instead of the trim so that it looked 👌. Also, just as Alexandra did with other IKEA cabinet this one would have looked great with an additional wood on top. Loooove the colour.
@catarinatcrc 2 жыл бұрын
Yes! Or cut the wood at a 45º angle
@hereforthevideoessays6399 2 жыл бұрын
The amount of Lottie in this video makes me think about how much Lottie must be behind the scenes in *every* 👏 *single* 👏 *video* 👏
@maritzacintron5803 2 жыл бұрын
Love that you show all the struggles you had with this project and how you resolved them. Thank you 😊. I am sure Lottie is a happy cat!
@aprilsmith6587 2 жыл бұрын
That spot would make a great coffee bar.
@marymik7372 2 жыл бұрын
I'm so glad you kept the wall green! I feel like it makes the space so much more unique and stylish
@garrymartin5594 2 жыл бұрын
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@ashleyvanderwater5065 2 жыл бұрын
The green wall makes it feel artsy in there! I really like it. I think it breaks it up in a good way.
@dezmair1288 2 жыл бұрын
I think i would have used the electrical outlet for a picture light to illuminate that great print! Nice job tho!
@lechatbotte. 2 жыл бұрын
They make trim for the cane. Drew does a lot of cane work. He’s obsessed with it lol, I am too.
@krissybss 2 жыл бұрын
For the gap, my partner just adjusted the hinges inside and it worked fine! There are 2 screws on the hinges that you can play with until it's gone
@annaryan4803 2 жыл бұрын
Lottie will enjoy hiding inside while she spies through the woven cane. It will feel like her secret place.
@emptynestgardens9057 2 жыл бұрын
I'm no interior designer but why am I feeling I need my eyes to land on that perfect colour again around those windows. Beautiful work and Lottie is gorgeous.
@laughinlori6893 2 жыл бұрын
Love that colour! I think the hands art have more impact against the pigeon wall than they would against a white wall. 💕
@ngoober1992 2 жыл бұрын
Okay I swear my phone is listening to my cinversations... you and another KZfaq are doing two different projects that I needed a little help figuring out how to do and both of you have made your newest videos on the things I wish I had a video to help... this is crazy!!!! I absolutely love this !!!
@ulliereid2897 2 жыл бұрын
Phones do listen to your conversation!!
@ngoober1992 2 жыл бұрын
@@ulliereid2897 it isn't just that I think they do but it's weird that both of the KZfaq did a video of projects I am doing too... all I can say is thank you Lottie bc you have an awesome cat mom :)
@Dozzzzy 2 жыл бұрын
Your ad transitions have been *chef’s kiss* lately
@garrymartin5594 2 жыл бұрын
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@maddiemalacopa1380 2 жыл бұрын
Cat mom heads up: i bought that top open litter box two yrs ago bc it’s cute as far as litter boxes go and my cats refused to use it. All cats are different and im sure lottie uses hers but just a had up in case anyone else is considering buying it. Love that you’re going all out to make kitties WC stylish, Alexandra 😸
@ang_131 2 жыл бұрын
Not just safety glasses, but you should really put your hair back. If it gets caught in the power tool you will not be happy about it. 😬
@melindathiel7247 2 жыл бұрын
I love how the cupboard came out. The colour helps bring out the tiles in the kitchen. Great choice.
@shayelea 2 жыл бұрын
I love how versatile the Ivar line is. I have the shallower cabinets in my kitchen as upper cabinets, a huge shelf system in my office, I’m using one of the bookshelf units for basement storage, and I “made” a wardrobe by attaching the deeper Ivar cabinet and the chest of drawers and adding legs, which is now my pantry/tool storage. And I just cut one of the extra shelves down to size to replace a missing shelf on my bar cart. First time I’d used my circular saw! I guess what I’m saying is we stan Ivar in this house. Good job with this hack!
@symphoniecameron 2 жыл бұрын
i honestly love the way the wall breaks up your spaces. not sure if you ended up painting it white cause it’ll look good either way but the green is such a mood
@RandomJayne Жыл бұрын
What a sweet fluffy kitty!
@kbrooks1808 2 жыл бұрын
You could try lightweight curtains over the opening and see if Lottie likes it. Maybe use a tan linen so it flows with the look of the cane on the front of the cabinet. Also a curtain would help minimize smell.
@emeraldfernandez5010 Жыл бұрын
kzfaq.info/get/bejne/ZpmIhtWpqq20iac.html ☝☝☝YOU’RE DOING CAT LITTER WRONG & Here’s Why - Jackson Galaxy @JacksonGalax
@yorkielover1027 2 жыл бұрын
That color is gorgeous! And loved how much Lottie we got to see today 😻😻😻
@elizabethchurchill2933 2 жыл бұрын
A couple of Xico name drops isn't as good as an actual Xico appearance, but hey we'll take what we can get.
@juelkol3549 2 жыл бұрын
Looks good! You could add a piece of wood to the top to make it look more finished and have it match the legs!!!
@DoerteChantal 2 жыл бұрын
I loooove the bubbly and singing Alexandra 🥰 I would never DIY or paint anything but I love your videos and admire your eye for design. Don't ever change! You are amazing!
@cherylreich5528 2 жыл бұрын
You don't want the dog in there. They look at the litter box as a tootsie roll dispenser. Lol
@Kristy463 2 жыл бұрын
Ewwww lol
@shawneato 2 жыл бұрын
There isn’t much difference but you can tell which side of cane was soaked before and which was not
@Sarah-ci2ks Жыл бұрын
Looks great and I love the green. Have a great day everyday.
@janhunt6214 2 жыл бұрын
The wall and IKEA hack are superb!
@sarapowell46 2 жыл бұрын
So cute! Love the arched design
@KnitandGrace 2 жыл бұрын
Oh my gosh, I did this exact hack for our litter box when we moved to our new place in June! Great minds!
@goconnor0304 2 жыл бұрын
Loved this! All the changes you made were perfect. You just get better and better as you progress.
@msjkramey 2 жыл бұрын
I feel like it would be even nicer with a contrasting top. Like if you wanna go fancy you could buy a remnant of marble or quartz or if you want to go cheaper, you can get butcher block counters by the foot which would look good with the cane
@tinak6484 2 жыл бұрын
Adorable!! Perfect for Lottie, who is also adorable!!🥰
@maritzaroman7511 2 жыл бұрын
I think it looks good with Green. Love it. I fills your space because your works it’s very real to common people. Not to much extravaganza but everything it’s beautiful and comfortable.
@crispycookie9739 2 ай бұрын
Great project! Thanks for using safety precautions ❤
@eli92 Жыл бұрын
Love it, love it, love it . I think you did an amazing job. Beautiful!!!
@MarielaHernandez-id7lq 2 жыл бұрын
You didn’t wet the cane for the second door… busted! ;)
@KEKrato 2 жыл бұрын
Honestly I couldn't tell the difference in the finished product
@BrennaBiz 2 жыл бұрын
I noticed that too lol
@lynngrist3653 2 жыл бұрын
I noticed too, and I did think I noticed a difference in the finished look.
@bmichele6397 2 жыл бұрын
This is amazing! I wanted to recommend this new litter that I switched to, I swear it's amazing and the litter rarely smells bad, it's also super light weight. But since your litter is so close to where you cook, eat, hang out, I felt like I should share. It's called Pretty Litter, and again, it really masks the smell better than any other litter we have tried. Also... I do not work for this company, although I feel I should with as much as I tell my fellow cat moms and dads about it lol
@msjkramey 2 жыл бұрын
Is that the same litter that claims to detect certain health problems by changing color? Do you know how well that works and if its a good value? The ads gave me pricey vibes
@juliebey8240 2 жыл бұрын
Beautiful job Alexandra! Love that color 🥰👏👍
@rosebrady9125 2 жыл бұрын
Good Job, excellent Job!!! You are the man!!! Love your projects.
@mimijohnson7714 2 жыл бұрын
Great idea and it looks fantastic!
@pamelafox7677 2 жыл бұрын
It turned out great. I love the painting and Lottie is adorable.
@garrymartin5594 2 жыл бұрын
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@carolynjeandorfner6012 2 жыл бұрын
It looks wonderful, beautiful job.
@RosiMelville Жыл бұрын
I’ve seen this video like 5 times and I love it!
@amybjorge9315 2 жыл бұрын
That cat is going to have a blast scratching up that cane.
@karenandcatz2915 2 жыл бұрын
I like this, but I’m pretty sure my cats would shred the cane doors first thing! Been wanting something like this, but will have to rethink ventilation on the doors! Why aren’t my cats sweet like Lottie! 😹
@karaitskara 2 жыл бұрын
Maybe the metal mesh that is meant to cover heating vents? That comes in rolls to measure as well.
@LoganMunchkinVideos 2 жыл бұрын
Mine would shred them same day. She said Lottie tries to scratch her velvet chairs... so I want to see how this looks in a couple of months. The last one was metal so no issues with scratching.
@emeraldfernandez5010 Жыл бұрын
kzfaq.info/get/bejne/ZpmIhtWpqq20iac.html ☝☝☝YOU’RE DOING CAT LITTER WRONG & Here’s Why - Jackson Galaxy @JacksonGalax
@emeraldfernandez5010 Жыл бұрын
I think your thinking is on track!!
@suegiddinge424 2 жыл бұрын
I love it with the wall painted!
@rachelavery3331 2 жыл бұрын
I love your terra cotta colored sweat suit! Such a Sunday mood ☺️
@LynnSuthers 2 жыл бұрын
❤️❤️❤️ that idea- looks great
@BlissBlissBliss720 Жыл бұрын
came for the furniture hack stayed because you're adorable. Instant follow.
@kimmhclouthier2594 2 жыл бұрын
This was killer. Loved the functionality masked by the beautiful camera.
@anneard1674 2 жыл бұрын
you should paint the inside same color so the raw bottom doesn't catch your eye when you glance at the cabinet and realize its a cat litter cabinet... you could also put a 'rug' opposite the litter box ( I once saw a mouse pad that looked just like an oriental rug would be the perfect size!!! Personally I'd also paint the vent cover up top to make it 'disappear'
@lorriewittig9066 2 жыл бұрын
The wall will look great when you add the cabinets in the same color!
@musictheorywithmalia 2 жыл бұрын
Love the caning!
@pattypeppermint2186 2 жыл бұрын
What a marvelous idea! It is stylish and useful. I don't have a cat right now. I have had them in the past and when I can get a kitty again I have a problem solved. Thank you so very much.
@suzannepodpora1250 Жыл бұрын
Your cat is so so adorable
@alexandrastevens8892 2 жыл бұрын
I'm a bit late watching this but absolutely love it and has given me an idea of a wall for my tiny hallway and that will include Hacking a cupboard, thank you so much for your free design ideas
@sophialind3312 2 жыл бұрын
I wanna know where you got that pink shirt, its so cute! Also those cute sweaters with the pom poms- the dark green one specifically. I love your style. Please do a video on your style or something.
@MN-pv2wi 2 жыл бұрын
Love the colour and the cane 👌🏻
@Ashlee1985 2 жыл бұрын
I love the green! Glad you kept it :)
@sherryharding5792 2 жыл бұрын
Lottie is surely one lucky cat! Love your cool ideas. Great colour too.
@jeanettecolomba 2 жыл бұрын
I love it! i wanna do something similar in my home. Only thing I noticed is I can see the difference in the cane webbing. The first door cane got soaked and the second didn't looked like it got soaked so it looked a bit less flat than the first. Either way great project and lovely color!!
@nataliefades 2 жыл бұрын
It’s so adorable 💜
@mael2039 2 жыл бұрын
I love that you kept the wall
@debrathurston8315 2 жыл бұрын
Love you content and style.. I actually made one and cut the hole to fit an 8 by 10 picture frame and use that as trim....because I did not want a flap or door and I have 2 small cats .
@garrymartin5594 2 жыл бұрын
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@alexpislaru4828 2 жыл бұрын
Love it! I need all the apartment hacks I can get now that I’m moving into a rented smaller space
@msjkramey 2 жыл бұрын
You shouls check out Engineer Your Space. Her crafts aren't always as polished but she has some really creative ideas that range from requiring no tools, just basic tools, or just one rented tool for the day, so they're really accessible and affordable
@alexpislaru4828 2 жыл бұрын
J Girl thank you :) I will!
@denisegilliam842 2 жыл бұрын
Adorable Sauce!
@alysonlofgren3328 2 жыл бұрын
PRUNE! Perfect name for that cat!
@drifloons 2 жыл бұрын
all you have to do to keep a litterbox from smelling bad is scoop it everyday and change the litter completely + wash the litterbox every so often (how often depends on what kind of litter you have and how many cats). as far as like cat behavior is concerned the placement is perfect, assuming lottie also has a litterbox upstairs to use :)
@emeraldfernandez5010 Жыл бұрын
Assumption is on track of Kitty litter needs. But haven't heard that mentioned at all. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/ZpmIhtWpqq20iac.html ☝☝☝YOU’RE DOING CAT LITTER WRONG & Here’s Why - Jackson Galaxy @JacksonGalax
@ugarteg8563 2 жыл бұрын
The little piece of rug sticking out on the stairs was making me crazy. Love the box!
@kleptomanatee 2 жыл бұрын
I love this! Alexandra, have you considered getting a router to clean up your cuts? A quick once-over with a router of the arch cut out, and the cat entry would make the whole piece look elevated. Routers can be a little intimidating at first, but once you get a hang of them they are AMAZING!
@holdenbabyboy 2 жыл бұрын
Came out well. I do like the color and the accessories work perfectly. I too thought about the smell too and so close to the kitchen and dining area. But, I haven't had an indoor cat in many years so I understand they make better litter that keeps odor down.
@vickytimmerman1365 2 жыл бұрын
I love using picture frames if you need to cut something out I am of course you have to have the right size picture frame but so much easier
@cherylklassen7500 2 жыл бұрын
I agree on painting over the green wall it would look more congruent and airy
@cooldogsofwv 2 жыл бұрын
Keep the wall green! I love the color and that beautiful cabinet!!
@debranielsen2002 2 жыл бұрын
Only you would style a litter box 😂 I absolutely love it! Lucky Lottie 🐈
@tealduckduckgoose 2 жыл бұрын
The joy I felt at 1:30 upon witnessing Prune the cat
@KelseyDrummer 2 жыл бұрын
Omg I literally just met a hairless named Prune! SUCH a nice cat. I was always weirded out by hairless cats but she was just a sweetie!
@augustineschaefer5522 2 жыл бұрын
Lookit you using staplers and jigsaws!!! Keep expanding.
@mylifeinanutshell6931 2 жыл бұрын
You can use it for your dog too....dogs like a den. Easy to hide the bed 😁
@mostermi9515 2 жыл бұрын
the green looks amazing:)
@tanyam3090 2 жыл бұрын
Next time you should mitre the corners of the trim… Would look a lot better 😉. Also, I agree with your original thought….I think that wall should be white to make your space flow better. Although I love the colour, you are correct, it breaks the space and stops the eye.
@jhutch1681 2 жыл бұрын
Lol, can you just see Alexandra doing the mitre with her utility knife...
@Wowzaman638 2 жыл бұрын
It’s beautiful. This would be great if your cat doesn’t throw litter EVERYWHERE.
@firecrackerac 2 жыл бұрын
So true, can you imagine guests over and litter just starts shooting out of the cane doors.
@MaeV808 2 жыл бұрын
Yup. Also slight concern of odor buildup on cane. Dust bc of the grid pattern
@Kath-Erina 2 жыл бұрын
@@MaeV808 You can just like the inside of the cabinet seal the cane. They also sell sealed cane. Guess it would be an option for this particular project
@ElizabethinKansasCity 2 жыл бұрын
I can't decide if I love this for the cool project OR you singing to your cat! 🙌😹
@garrymartin5594 2 жыл бұрын
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@mishalbenson6138 2 жыл бұрын
Perfect timing! I was just thinking about what to do for my cat's box.
@mylifeinanutshell6931 2 жыл бұрын
You can also use an end table and cut a hole on a side 😁 a friend did that. She only opened the door to clean the area and litter box. She placed washable contact paper inside for easy clean up.
@mylifeinanutshell6931 2 жыл бұрын
You can also use an end table and cut a hole on a side 😁 a friend did that. She only opened the door to clean the area and litter box. She placed washable contact paper inside for easy clean up.
@jemma50 2 жыл бұрын
Great hack, Alexandra! So glad you kept the wall the green colour. With the white background of the picture, painting the wall white would have been too bland. It looks REALLY GOOD!!! ♥
@lindafogarty2909 2 жыл бұрын
I was also going to say the picture would have blended in with a white wall. Glad you kept it green
@wandaroach765 2 жыл бұрын
Oh WOW I love it.
@ashleyclayton3781 2 жыл бұрын
Haha literally looking through your episodes this weekend to see if you had a litter box hacks!
@garrymartin5594 2 жыл бұрын
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@emilialeilani8781 2 жыл бұрын
Literally don’t even have a cat but could never miss one of Alexandra’s uploads. 😂
@garrymartin5594 2 жыл бұрын
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@darlaburnett8666 2 жыл бұрын
What a cute hack! So you asked about the wall color I would definitely leave the wall color not sure about the cabinet because it kind of blends in with the wall but if that was what the objective was that it didn’t stand out then you accomplished and it looks really really good. It still looks really really good whether that was what she wanted or not I just think the cabinet that you made that’s really cute just kind of blends in with your wall.
@kennaharrison603 2 жыл бұрын
Beautiful!
@angelabarnes3121 2 жыл бұрын
Beautiful job.
@nicolalang5603 2 жыл бұрын
I'm glad the wall stayed painted, I think the contrast with the lighter lounge room is lovely!
@lindascianna120 2 жыл бұрын
Love the colored wall
@2600ines 2 жыл бұрын
Loved it 😍
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