3 Renter Friendly Ikea Lighting Hacks To Try

Renter Friendly lighting hacks has been in full swing. These low cost and smart lighting options can be seen all over social media. When lighting options appear limited, bloggers are finding new ways to make options possible. Here are some of our favorite hacks:

Black Mesh Trash Can

If you are looking for the simplest hack possible, this is the one for you. Simply purchase two black mesh trash cans from your local Ikea. Next, you will drill a hole using a standard drill bit designed to cut metal. Once the hole is created, you will then cut a circle the same diameter as your lighting kit. String your lighting kit in the hole and viola instant pendant lantern. 

White Candle Holders

We found these cute white lanterns at Ikea in the garden section. For this DIY, you will need to remove the handle by removing it out of its existing hole. Next, you will drill a small hole at the bottom of the later using a standard drill bit designed for metal. Cut a circle and then string in the lighting kit.

Natural Basket

This beautiful woven basket can be found in the lighting department of your local Ikea. It is available in two sizes. This DIY was completed using the smallest size lantern. You will need to purchase remote control tap lights from Amazon. Simply hang a rope from a ceiling hook, hook your basket to the ceiling hook, attach the tap lights, and you now have a lantern.

Tassel 

Creating a tassel chandelier will instantly add a touch of chic glamour to any room. All you need are a few items that you can easily purchase from Amazon. Time and patience are all you need to tie your luxury threads to a metallic ring. Full tutorial available on Instagram.