How do I scan a room on IKEA Kreativ?

1. Capture Your Space:

• Download the App: Get the IKEA mobile app from the App Store (iOS) or Google Play (Android).
• Open the App: Launch the app and navigate to your profile by tapping the person icon in the top left corner.
• Access Settings: Tap on "Settings," scroll down to find "IKEA Kreativ," and select it.
• Activate the Scan Feature: Tap the camera icon in the top right corner to access the scan feature.
• Select a Room: Choose the type of room you want to scan. You can scan kitchens or bathrooms, but we recommend using the dedicated IKEA kitchen and bathroom planners for better results. For tips on scanning other room types, click here.
• Select an Option (conditional):
  • LiDAR-enabled devices:
    • Photographic Wide-Angle Scan: Capture a photo of your room and erase unwanted items.
    • Full Room Scan: Create a digital twin of your room, starting with an empty space.
  • Devices without LiDAR:
    • Automatically defaults to Photographic Wide-Angle Scan.
• Start Scanning: The app will then guide you through the scanning process, automatically selecting the best method for your device, whether it's 5 Point Panoramic, Ultrawide, or 1-Scan LiDAR.

Note: If you notice slowness, freezing, or problems with capturing your room, try closing other apps and scan again.

2. Design Your Space:

• Once you've captured your space, you can design it directly on your mobile device or on the IKEA Kreativ website. Log in with the same credentials used for capturing your space.
• If you'd like to remove current items, you can do so using our Eraser tool. Accessing it differs depending on your device:
  • Web Browser: Use the top toggle and switch to "Erase Items". Clicking on a yellow outlined item will remove it using Eraser. If you'd like to remove all items, simply click "Hide All". You can always undo this step by clicking "Show all".
  • Mobile App: Locate "Erase" on the right-hand sidebar. You can choose to either "Hide All" or "Show All", or select individual yellow outlined items to remove. Hit the check mark once you're satisfied with the room.

3. Save, Share, and Remix: 

• After designing your custom space, save your designs and share them with others.
• Remixing rooms is a web only feature allowing users to send their designs to others for editing. On mobile, users can only share their designs.

Not happy with your Photographic Wide-Angle Scan? Check out our article on how to improve your scan for helpful tips.