Small steps to give your furniture a longer life
Within the next few years, the potential to repurpose, repair, restore, reuse, resell or recycle will be built into every IKEA product. Even today, there’s probably an easy way to prolong the life, and value, of your furniture – helping to refresh or refurbish your home with small means.
Keep good things going
We believe it’s better to fix things, not ditch them. It’s good for the environment and for your wallet, too. When your pre-loved products are in need of a new life, we’re here to help you care, repair or even buy them back.
Tips for making your furniture last longer
Refresh your furniture
Often, you can refresh well-used furniture for little cost or effort. Perhaps your sofa has washable and replaceable covers, or your wood furniture needs only a lick of paint or wood stain for years of extra use.
Fix it if you can
A minor repair or adjustment may be all you need to get a wobbly chair, table or sofa back into action. For smaller spare parts for IKEA products, you can order online. Saving you the cost and effort of replacing the furniture.
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Oil the wood you have
A well-maintained wooden chopping board can last for years. Regular oiling can prevent warps and cracks, and save you having to buy a new one. A long-term friend for you and your wallet.
Put feet on
Stick-on floor protectors can keep your floors beautiful for longer, by helping to prevent scratch marks and scrapes from furniture. They fit firmly and easily on the bottom of chair and table legs, and are kind to your floor.
A more sustainable choice
With IKEA+ products we let customers enjoy their sofa for longer. This is not only better for the planet, but also for your wallet. With an IKEA+ sofa cover you don't need to replace your entire sofa for a completely new look, but you only replace the cover of your sofa. This way, you contribute to a more environmentally friendly lifestyle and you also have money left over for some lovely cushions. Choose from our extensive range and upgrade your sofa or chaise longue with a new sofa cover.
Services
With IKEA services, we can help you create a better and more sustainable everyday life at home.
Second-hand offers
Is your product ready for a new life in another home? With our Buy back services we ensure that the products you no longer use can be sold back to new customers.
Repair with IKEA
Need to replace a missing leg for your chair? Need a new cushion for your sofa? Even for the smaller parts such as screws, knobs or plugs we're here to help.
A sustainable everyday
A more sustainable way of life is achievable for us all. Discover how.
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Sustainable living shop
Browse our range of products for a more sustainable everyday life.
