Comments on: Storage Solution – The IKEA Helmer

By: Tammy Bush

Tammy Bush — Sun, 08 Jan 2012 06:51:18 +0000

…..forgot to add I need it for traveling! So cabinets wont work.

By: Tammy Bush

Tammy Bush — Sun, 08 Jan 2012 06:50:09 +0000

Im looking for a rolling Nail Art Case with handle that all the polish can stand upright in. Flat drawers for brushes and a few deep drawers for paint. Ive seen a lot of makeup cases but just dont think they will work. Any info ?

By: ManicuredSlayer

ManicuredSlayer — Sat, 20 Aug 2011 06:12:58 +0000

Oh.My.God. POLISH *ORN!!!

Ok must catch breath…….

Right now, I have a plastic, non-rolling cart that I’m about to divy my polishes into by brand. I “only” have about 100 polishes so it will do for a while.

Ideally I think I’m going to have my husband build me a custom cabinet for my polishes, and possibly a small curio with a glass front to display some of my fancies, like my Clarins 230 and Nfu Oh’s.

Wow. I am in AWE. The only comparison I can make are the over 3000 books I own LOL

*Bowing to the Polish Goddess*

By: Kim

Kim — Fri, 01 Jul 2011 09:08:05 +0000

I am so jealous of your holos drawer!!!! I just got my first order of nfu ohs and I can’t wait til the sun comes out tomorrow to try them!!

By: Babbling Brooke

Babbling Brooke — Sat, 10 Apr 2010 03:24:41 +0000

Thanks for sharing this!! I’ve been looking into getting a Helmer – looks like it will be perfect for my polish storage!!

By: ReaderRita

ReaderRita — Mon, 21 Dec 2009 19:48:46 +0000

I just got a Helmer and noticed the color differences as well. Perhaps if you sandwich the eggshelly colored one between the 2 bright whites, it won’t be as noticeable. Then you could put contact paper in bright white (or another color!) on top of the middle one- or maybe spray paint the top? Just some thoughts…
(I ended up deciding on a different color…) (stinky of Ikea to change midstream like that…)

By: Anonymous

Anonymous — Thu, 25 Jun 2009 02:29:52 +0000

Great idea for polishes. Pefect size. I should also add, for anyone considering buying a Helmer, that the drawers are much smoother when opening/closing than they are in many of the very expensive cabinets you find at Container Store and art stores.

I have a question about the color. Last night I put together a white Helmer and only today, in the natural light of day, did I see that the white doesn't match the white of my other Helmers. My older ones, older by two years, are a bright white and this one is the creamy eggshell that you describe. Can you tell me when you purchased yours? Looks like maybe May. Was it earlier? I'm trying to find out when Ikea changed shades of white. I want to see if it's possible to get the older bright white ones somehow. Sounds picky, I know, but you're into color--you know how these things matter!

Thanks,

Kay

By: All Lacquered Up

All Lacquered Up — Thu, 11 Jun 2009 06:06:58 +0000

Jaime - I'm not normally uber-organized but with my polish I kind of have to be. I'd be lost and confused otherwise.

Abigail - Thanks! I hear you, they aren't an overall solution if you're talking about storing all your nail related products. A rolling storage cart with drawers of different heights may be a better choice.

Miss Yaya - LOL, are you nearing Helmer territory with your collection? I never thought of Tupperware that's a great suggestion.

Alison - thanks. It's my favorite room in the house, for good reason. It was part of the deal when we moved. I no longer take over the house with polish if I get my own room for it.

Miss Yaya - I bought it on ebay. Search for photo light box and you'll find a ton of options. You can always make your own by lining a clear storage bin with tissue paper (to diffuse the light) and a desk lamp to shine on it.

Leo - Why didn't I think of that? Like those rubber shelf liners? Brilliant solution

Orli - Yeah, there's not as bad to assemble as I expected. I know other girls who use them for makeup and love it.

Ashleydanielle4 - I love the clear rack and being able to see the polish all lined up. Though I'd need a LOT of wall space. :D

Sprinkles - I know, right? If I had anything like this as a kid, I'd never leave the house. Can you imagine how much fun it must be to grow up with a makeup artist or nail tech for a mom? All the great products they get to play with.

Natalie - You totally should. They're so affordable compared to other cabinets I've seen.

Colette - I have two words for you... DO IT!!!

Vesper - Yeah, getting to the back can be a pain but I haven't found a system I like better that doesn't cost a ton

Catia920 - Sterilite shoe boxes or whatever brand your local Walmart/Kmart/Taget carries. They are the perfect size. Tall enough to accommodate any polish but not so high you're not wasting space. They're stackable and cheap, around $1 each.

Holly - I hear that. Though for the price I guess we can't expect miracles. They get the job done though.

By: Holly

Holly — Thu, 11 Jun 2009 00:50:52 +0000

I have one (and need another). My only gripe is that I wish the drawers were on actual gliding tracks and had a stopper in the back. Im always afraid I'll pull it out too far and dump all the polishes on the ground (and risk losing a loved one).

By: Catia920

Catia920 — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 13:38:37 +0000

Love this! I have nowhere near as many polishes maybe 50 or so. What do you suggest for storage – I'd like a clear, stacking box that will allow for multiple layers of polishes and allow them to stand upright. Right now I have them all in a basket and they tip over…I need help!