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“Spring cleaning” is a well-established tradition that typically begins in late March and carries into early April. After clearing out tired items and stagnant energy, there’s only one reasonable course of action: refresh your home with new and updated decor.
If you’re like me and want a new look without a hefty price tag, Ikea is a go-to destination. Known for its reasonable prices and contemporary styles, the global home furnishing brand has everything you need for an easy spring refresh. Here are the accessories currently in my cart.
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Ikea Aftonhaj Serving Bowl
Yes, technically this is a serving bowl, but I plan on using this as a chic, minimalist catch-all by the front door for my keys and coins. The stainless steel is timeless yet modern, and the clean lines will go with any decor style. And in a pinch, I can repurpose it as a shiny centerpiece on the dining room table during hosting.
Does a recently cleared-out corner of your home need this darling corduroy-covered swivel chair? Yes. Initially marketed as the “anti-stress armchair” in Ikea’s 1967 catalog, the Dyvlinge Swivel Chair features a naturally relaxed sitting position, swivel function and soft polyester Kelinge fabric in a wide-wale corduroy. The funky little seat comes in Kelinge beige, black, green or orange.
Please, if I can ask one thing of you, it’s this: ditch overhead lighting in 2026. Especially when you’re entertaining. If you want to set the vibe without spending a ton, the Solvinden LED Light is a fun and funky addition to any tablescape, side table or outdoor eating area. The unique lamp features a white globe on a red base and charges easily via a USB-C cable.
Stripes are forever in style, and these bright-hued bath towels make the perfect modern addition to any bathroom. Available in both towel and sheet sizes, the 100-percent cotton, super-absorbent textiles are an easy way to upgrade your daily routine.
The minimal oak veneer, rounded square silhouette and clean numbers make this a clock that could hang in any environment and look right at home. The silent quartz movement keeps things ticking without distraction.
Dress up any table setting with this chic, modernist set of spice mills. Each mill features a ceramic grinding mechanism, which is harder and more durable than steel grinders. The grinder sits on the top of the spice mill, which negates any spills or spice residue.
Cleaning equipment can be as stylish and affordable as the rest of your homewares, and this dustpan and broom set is proof. Designed with bamboo and steel constructed in an ergonomic and streamlined form factor, this slim sweeping set makes chores something to look forward to.
About the Author: Hayley Helms is an associate editor at Gear Patrol specializing in outdoor gear. Once upon a time, she wrote for Men’s Journal, Gearjunkie and Shape. Whether it’s testing a new rain shell or putting a pair of hiking boots through its paces, she leaves no stone unturned (however, she always Leaves No Trace).
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