13 Ways to Save Money on Your IKEA Kitchen Renovation

1. Shop the Kitchen Sale Event

The ever-popular Kitchen Sale Event is coming soon, February 6^th to be exact.

This go around, you can plan a one-on-one planning service with an expert.

And if you use their specialists to complete your new kitchen purchase of $1000 or more, you receive an IKEA Gift card totaling the amount you paid for the expert service!

Who doesn’t love free help!

And you can do this either in the store, at your home, or online!

How cool is that!

2. Get an IKEA Credit Card (save 5% or get 0% Financing)

Many stores offer a store credit card where you can save a certain amount each time you shop.

IKEA offers two credit cards with different perks.

The IKEA Visa card offers 5% back in rewards on purchases.

It also offers 3% back on dining, grocery, and utility purchases.

And 1% back on all other purchases.

You also get $25 off your first purchase and $25 reward when you make $500 in qualifying purchases outside of IKEA.

The other card the company offers is the IKEA Projekt Card.

Instead of everyday use, it’s designed for financing large projects.

It offers 0% interest for six months for a $500 minimum purchase, 0% for 12 months on $1500 or more, and 0% for 24 months for $5000 or more.

This is a good way to pay for that IKEA kitchen remodel you’re thinking about.

3. Join the Family

Most stores like Ikea offer a loyalty program.

And if you don’t take advantage of them, you’re leaving money on the table.

IKEA has a loyalty program called IKEA Family.

It includes perks like special discounts, a welcome reward when you join, a free hot drink every time you come, a special birthday present sent to your inbox, and exclusive access to special events.

You’ll also get a 90-day price protection guarantee and a record of past purchases.

It’s a good way not only to save on that kitchen cabinet or appliance you want right now but to save on anything you may want in the future.

Plus it’s also nice to feel appreciated.

4. Get a $25 Moving Credit

Will you be moving soon?

Do you plan on furnishing your new place with some IKEA kitchen appliances or furniture?

If so, you’re in luck!

The company offers a coupon giving you $25 off a purchase $250 as part of the IKEA Moving Guide.

How neighborly is that!

5. Shop the “As Is” section

IKEA fans are very familiar with the As Is section.

It’s where you find items that have been returned, were on display or may be slightly damaged.

And the prices will be marked down significantly.

Sometimes as much as 50%!

And the savviest shoppers know to check it out first thing Monday morning, after all of the returns from the weekend.

You may not find many appliances in the As Is section, but there’s a good chance you’ll find some cabinets and furniture at a steep discount.

6. Join team and get a 15% discount

Looking for a part-time or full-time job?

Looking for a way to save money while shopping at IKEA?

If so, join the IKEA team and earn a 15% employee discount!

Earning a paycheck while also receiving a discount on the items you want?

Sounds like a winning combination to me!

7. Plan ahead

As the old saying goes, failing to plan is planning to fail.

That saying certainly applies here.

If you’re planning on buying some new kitchen cabinets, first do your homework.

Measure, and remeasure, every inch of your kitchen.

Then compare your measurements with the dimensions and description of the cabinets or other items you’re interested in.

Will they fit in your kitchen?

Are they too big, or too small?

Make sure before making that purchase.

Another old saying is time is money.

Are you planning on making an IKEA road trip to take advantage of the Kitchen Event?

If so, do your homework.

Does that store have what you are looking for?

Find the location nearest to you, then call and ask.

It’s a huge waste of time and money to make an out-of-town trip just to find out they don’t have what you’re looking for.

Also, don’t be afraid to ask for help. The company has a buying guide to help plan, buy, and build.

With the right planning, you can save both time and money.

8. Use Facebook Marketplace or Craigslist

Did you see an appliance or cabinet set you really wanted but was a little outside your budget?

Could someone in your area be looking to get rid of something they no longer need and selling for a more reasonable price?

Could be.

People are selling all kinds of items on Facebook Marketplace and Craigslist all the time.

Just enter your city or zip code, a description of what you’re looking for, and hit return.

You never know what you may find.

And check back regularly, people are always posting new items for sale.

9. Check Amazon and eBay

Who says you have to look at just IKEA for that appliance you’re looking for?

There’s a chance you’ll find it on either on Amazon or eBay.

Just go to Amazon.com and type in “IKEA kitchen” in the search bar and see what comes up.

Compare what Amazon has and the price listed with what you find at the store.

Also, don’t forget about eBay. Compare prices and see who is cheaper.

Also, check eBay for IKEA gift cards or coupons.

You may be able to find one or more at a steep discount.

Getting a $25 coupon off of a $250 purchase for only $0.99 is not a bad deal.

10. Use your Christmas gift cards

How many of you received gift cards for Christmas?

How many of you still have not used them?

If you’re one of them, don’t feel bad.

Many people don’t use the full value of their gift cards, and some don’t even use them at all.

In fact, about $1 billion in gift cards go unused every year! Some estimations put that number as high as $3 billion!

That is a lot of money just sitting on the sidelines!

Don’t let that gift card just sit in your wallet.

If you received a VISA gift card, use it towards your IKEA Kitchen purchase.

Or if you have a gift card to a store you’re not likely to shop, check out Cardpool.com where you can exchange the gift card you don’t want for one you do.

Don’t become another statistic!

11. Use your Credit Card Rewards

If you have a cash back card like a Discover or American Express card, you’ve likely received your cash back reward for your 2019 purchases.

Have you spent it yet?

If not, then why not use it towards that IKEA Kitchen purchase you’ve been thinking about!

It’s free money just waiting to be used!

What if your rewards card is a points card and not a cash back card?

Can you redeem your points for gift cards?

If so, check and see if IKEA gift cards are an option.

If not then redeem it for an Amazon, eBay, or Visa gift card and then use that towards that appliance you want.

Those reward dollars and points are there for you to use, all it takes is some planning and maybe a little imagination.

12. Use Swagbucks

If you’re not signed up with Swagbucks, you’re really missing out.

It’s a great way to find deals and save money.

Answer some surveys, watch some videos, make some purchases, and accumulate Swagbucks along the way.

Then redeem them for gift cards to Amazon, eBay, or PayPal cash.

Use your gift cards to slash the price of the IKEA kitchen significantly.

13. Mix & Match to double your savings

Who says you only have to use one of these suggestions by themselves?

Combine then and potentially double up the savings!

Look for discounted IKEA gift cards or coupons on eBay, then convert you Swagbucks into eBay gift cards and purchase them that way.

You’re compounding the savings!

Also, go to Cardpool.com and trade in your unwanted gift card for an Amazon gift card.

Then use that Amazon gift card to buy that IKEA appliance you want.

The possibilities are endless!

Go and Save!

IKEA products are known for their budget-friendly prices.

But that doesn’t mean you have to pay full price when you don’t have to.

Follow these steps, and you can give your kitchen the IKEA remodel or revamp you want at a fraction of the price!