How to Prune a Christmas Tree (UK Guide): When & How to Shape Your Tree Like a Pro

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  BY THE LONDON HOME EDIT  Stop settling for a sparse tree! Achieving this perfectly shaped, magazine-worthy look in a cozy UK living room is easier than you think. Click through to discover our secret hacks for shaping, lighting, and decorating your tree to look truly luxurious this season! Introduction Pruning a Christmas tree might sound like something only gardeners or professional stylists do, but it’s one of the easiest ways to transform an ordinary tree into something beautifully shaped, symmetrical, and display-ready. Whether you’ve chosen a real fir from a UK garden centre or you’re working with a well-loved artificial tree, a little thoughtful trimming and shaping can make your tree look fuller, more elegant and perfectly prepared for lights, baubles, and ribbons. In this UK-focused 2025 guide, we’ll walk through how and when to prune a Christmas tree, how to shape both real and artificial varieties, the tools professionals recommend, and expert styling techniques yo...
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15 IKEA Hacks UK: Luxury Home Looks on a Budget (2025 Guide)

 

Neutral living room with white cabinet, gold handles, and cozy decor — representing luxury IKEA hacks for UK homes on a budget.
Create a designer-style living room with these IKEA luxury hacks — elegant, affordable, and perfect for UK homes on a budget.




Intro

If you love stylish, Pinterest-worthy home décor but don’t want luxury prices, these IKEA UK hacks are for you. With a little creativity, paint, and a few Amazon upgrades, you can turn affordable IKEA items into high-end designer pieces — on a budget.

Perfect for UK mums, renters, and anyone creating a luxury look without overspending.


Your home will look expensive — without the expensive bills 


IKEA hacks have become one of the biggest UK home trends for 2025 — blending creativity, affordability, and high-end design. With just a few simple updates like gold handles, rattan baskets, and peel-and-stick marble paper, you can completely transform your IKEA pieces. Whether you’re a renter or homeowner, these hacks are ideal for achieving a luxurious, designer look without spending a fortune.


Love decorating on a budget? Don’t miss my latest post on 10 Budget-Friendly UK Kitchen Finds That Look Luxurious — it’s full of chic Amazon finds that elevate your home instantly.



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🛋️ 15 IKEA Hacks for a Luxury Home Look


✅ 1. IKEA Billy Bookcase Built-In Hack


Add trim + gold handles = custom built-in library look.


🛒 Tools/Accessories


👉 Wood Trim (Moulding) 

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👉 Gold Cabinet Handles 

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✅ 2. IKEA Hemnes TV Unit Upgrade


Add baskets + metallic knobs = classy living room.


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👉 Stylish Baskets 

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👉 Gold Drawer Knobs 

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✅ 3. IKEA Lack Floating Shelf Styling


Paint shelf + add wall sconces = luxury gallery shelf.

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👉 Battery Wall Sconces

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👉 Faux Greenery

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✅ 4. IKEA Malm Bedside Table Hack

Add gold trim + marble peel & stick = hotel-style.


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👉 Marble Peel & Stick 

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👉 Gold Corners

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✅ 5. IKEA Pax Wardrobe Custom Look


Add mirrors + handles = designer wardrobe.


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👉 Mirror Panels

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👉 Long Gold Handles

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✅ 6. IKEA Ribba Frame Luxury Art


Spray frame gold + add textured wallpaper sample.


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👉 Gold Spray Paint

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👉 Peel & Stick Wallpaper Samples

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If you love seasonal styling, check out 45 Christmas Home Decor Ideas UK 2025 — perfect inspiration for cozy, festive upgrades that match your IKEA transformations.



✅ 7. IKEA Skadis Pegboard Makeup Wall


Add LED lights + acrylic organisers.


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👉 LED Strip Lights

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👉 Acrylic Organisers

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Modern UK home styled with IKEA furniture upgrades including gold handles and beige tones for an elegant, budget-friendly look.
Transform your IKEA furniture with simple upgrades like gold handles, baskets, and trim — for a high-end look without overspending.




These IKEA hacks aren’t just budget-friendly — they’re also beginner-friendly. Most can be done in under an hour using affordable tools from Amazon. From upgrading IKEA Pax wardrobes with mirror panels to styling Lack shelves with wall sconces, these ideas make your home look straight out of Pinterest — but for a fraction of the cost.



✅ 8. IKEA Stuva Bestå Media Unit


Add legs + handles + baskets.


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👉 Metal Furniture Legs

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👉 Storage Baskets

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✅ 9. IKEA Bekvam Spice Rack Bookshelf


Paint white for nursery book wall.


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👉 Nursery Book Set

https://amzn.to/4onRKc4



✅ 10. IKEA Kallax Console Table


Add rattan baskets + LED lamp.


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👉 Rattan Storage Baskets

https://amzn.to/4hOZJfJ


👉 Cordless Table Lamp

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✅ 11. IKEA Knagglig Crate Coffee Table


Add wheels + stain = rustic luxe table.


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👉 Wood Stain

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👉 Furniture Wheels

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✅ 12. IKEA Milsbo Cabinet Hack


Turn into glass display cabinet.


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👉 Display Lighting

https://amzn.to/43ltajI




Flat lay of IKEA hack tools — gold handles, rattan baskets, wooden dowels, and cabinet styling items for affordable luxury decor.
Budget-friendly IKEA hack essentials — gold handles, rattan baskets, and wood accents that instantly elevate any UK home.




✅ 13. IKEA Sofa Cover Upgrade


Use fitted luxe cover = brand-new sofa look.


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👉 Stretch Sofa Slipcover

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✅ 14. IKEA Vase + Pampas Styling


Luxury centrepiece for £12.


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👉 Pampas Grass

https://amzn.to/494VYAJ



✅ 15. IKEA Tray + Candle Styling


Use mirror tray + gold candles.


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👉 Mirror Tray

https://amzn.to/47KeoUP


👉 Gold Candles

https://amzn.to/4oXibVZ


The best part about these IKEA hacks is how easily they can adapt to any UK home style — whether you love minimalist, modern, or Scandinavian design. A few metallic touches, natural textures, and clever lighting instantly make your furniture look bespoke and high-end.


✨ Final Thoughts


You don’t need designer furniture to have a beautiful home — just clever styling and a few upgrades. These IKEA hacks are budget-friendly, landlord-friendly, and instantly elevate your space.


Try one this weekend and watch your home transform 💫


And if you’re planning your next project, read my guide on 12 Tiktok Home hacks UK mums 2026 for more stylish, affordable home ideas.


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