IKEA BESTÅ Storage System: Buying Guide and Customization Options

Introduction to BESTÅ

The IKEA BESTÅ storage system is designed for versatile, good-looking, and practical living room storage. It offers ample space for TVs, gaming consoles, sound systems, DVDs, and books.

Users can choose from high, low, or wall-mounted combinations, with options for panel doors to conceal clutter or glass doors to display items. BESTÅ is available in various colors and finishes to suit different tastes.

Good to Know & Safety

Glass Care: Tempered glass requires careful handling. Damaged edges or scratched surfaces can cause sudden cracking, though it breaks into small pieces. Avoid side collisions, as this is where glass is most vulnerable.

Safety First: Prevent tip-over injuries by securing furniture with included restraints to the wall according to assembly instructions. Ensure appropriate wall hardware (sold separately) is used.

TV Measurement: Measure your TV's depth and width; these dimensions should be less than those of the BESTÅ furniture.

Customizing Your BESTÅ

The BESTÅ system is adaptable and flexible, allowing users to select and arrange parts to suit their space, lifestyle, and taste.

IKEA offers a wide range of pre-designed BESTÅ combinations available in-store and online at IKEA-USA.com/BESTA. For personalized solutions, the BESTÅ storage planner can be used online at IKEA-USA.com/BESTAplanner or at planning stations in IKEA stores. The planner helps create custom storage and media solutions by allowing users to experiment with frames, doors, shelves, knobs, and colors. It also assists in calculating prices and saving product lists.

BESTÅ Components

Frames

BESTÅ frames are available in various dimensions (e.g., 23⅝" x 15¾" x 75", 23⅝" x 15¾" x 50", 23⅝" x 15¾" x 25½", 47¼" x 15¾" x 25½", 47¼" x 15¾" x 15", 23⅝" x 7⅞" x 15", 23⅝" x 7⅞" x 25¼"). They can be floor-standing or wall-mounted using suspension rails (sold separately). Frames support various finishes like White stained oak, Black-brown, White, and Dark gray. Max load per surface is typically 44 lbs.

Doors and Drawer Fronts

A wide selection of doors and drawer fronts allows for personalization. Options include:

• LAPPVIKEN: Available in various finishes (Black-brown, White, White stained oak, Dark gray) and sizes (e.g., 23⅝" x 25¼", 23⅝" x 15", 23⅝" x 10¼").
• SELSVIKEN: Features high-gloss finishes (Black, White, Beige, Dark olive-green) and patterned options.
• HANVIKEN: Offers a seaside cottage feel, available in White.
• KALLVIKEN: Features a textured, concrete effect in Dark gray concrete effect.
• LAXVIKEN: Textured surface with shadow and light patterns.
• SINDVIK: Glass doors with remote control compatibility.
• OSTVIK: Glass doors designed for remote control access.
• RIKSVIKEN: Striking light bronze-color with a metallic finish.
• SMEVIKEN: Framed front with a traditional touch, available in White.
• BERGSVIKEN: Tactile surface with marble expression.
• SUTTERVIKEN: Subtle details for a seaside cottage feel.
• HEDEVIKEN: Wood veneer for a natural look.
• BJÖRKÖVIKEN: Light birch veneer with a modern Scandinavian design.
• MÖRTVIKEN: Functional metal front that allows remote signals through.
• FÄLLSVIK: Reeded glass front in deep anthracite gray.
• HAMMARSMED: Matte black finish with chamfered edges and integrated handles.
• GLASSVIK: Glass doors with remote control compatibility and included handles.

Doors and drawer fronts require BESTÅ hinges (sold separately) and can be completed with knobs or handles (also sold separately).

Shelves

Available in glass and standard materials, in various depths (e.g., 7" and 15¾"). Glass shelves have a lower max load capacity.

TV Units

Designed to house televisions, these units come in different sizes and configurations, often serving as the base for a complete BESTÅ system.

Legs and Support Legs

Various leg options (e.g., STUBBARP, MEJARP, SIGGARP, NANNARP, KABBARP) and BESTÅ supporting legs are available to elevate and stabilize units. Legs are often sold in 2-packs.

Accessories

Enhance storage with accessories like BESTÅ Boxes, KUGGIS boxes with lids and inserts, BULLIG boxes, DRÖNA boxes, and TJENA/HÄSTVISKARE magazine files.

Integrated Lighting

The BESTÅ system can be enhanced with IKEA's integrated smart lighting solutions, including LED spotlights, cabinet lighting, and flexible light strips. These can be controlled via the IKEA Home smart app using the DIRIGERA hub and TRÅDFRI accessories (drivers, dimmers, remote controls).

Combinations

IKEA offers numerous pre-designed BESTÅ combinations, showcasing various styles and functionalities for different living room setups. These combinations integrate frames, doors, shelves, and other components into cohesive units, such as TV benches and wall storage systems.

Services

IKEA provides services to assist with home furnishing:

• Delivery Service: ? Arranges delivery of purchases to your home or business.
• TaskRabbit Assembly Service: ? Connects customers with independent assemblers for IKEA products.
• IKEA Projekt Credit Card: ? Offers financing options for purchases.

Details on services, pricing, and availability can be found on IKEA-USA.com or at local IKEA stores.