IKEA hack – Malm computer desk
I had no space for an ordinary computer desk in my living room because they are all to deep (like 60 cm+) and I needed a desk that could be minimized when not used. My room had lots of available width but only 40 centimeters depth that I could use. The only option was to make a custom computer desk.
I headed for my local IKEA store and bought a Malm bedside table in oak (depth 36 cm, length 191cm) (http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/80056936). Then I went to the hardware shop and bought roll-in roll-out ”lanes” for my keyboard shelf. The keyboard shelf was made from leftover parts from a Pax closet. The Malm wheels were removed because I did not want any movement. This is the result.
By the way, some people ask about the lamp. Well, it is custom made too. The lamp shade is made from leftover wallpaper and its silver/leather-stand was found on my parents attic. The computer case is an Antec one…




