Love a shopping trip to IKEA? Who doesn’t? The next time you’re planning on shopping for some affordable furniture, make sure you’re doing it in the smartest way possible. These shopping secrets will not only save you time but they’ll also save you some of your hard-earned cash, too. We all know that IKEA can be a challenging store to navigate, but not anymore!
Here are IKEA shopping secrets to know the next time you shop.
Download the IKEA Mobile App
Of course, it’s a great time to walk around the IKEA marketplace, scoping out your next find, but when you want to get in and out of the store as quickly as possible, we have a tip for you. Use the IKEA Mobile App! It allows you to carry around your pre-curated shopping list, use the built-in barcode scanner to learn more details about products, check stock at other locations, and see all of the latest deals, including exclusive family member-only discounts.
Join the IKEA Family program for exclusive discounts
Joining the IKEA Family is probably one of the best decisions you’ll ever make. Not only is joining the program completely free, but you’ll be rewarded with exclusive discounts on various items.
Shop the As-Is section for even better discounts
If you’re looking for even sweeter deals, head to the as-is section. While you might have to do a little digging, everything in this section is full of new items in opened boxes, or barely-used product with minor scratches or dents. Insiders say to shop this section on a Monday as most people make returns over the weekend.
Keep an eye out for the bright yellow Price tags
Items marked with a yellow tag mean that the price is ultra-low, and you should probably snag them while inventory lasts! You can even shop the Low Price section online, where you’ll see the prices highlighted yellow.
Weekday mornings are the best time to shop
This might go without saying but don’t expect IKEA to be quiet on a weekend. Sources say that weekday mornings, especially Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, are the best time to shop if you’re looking for a stress-free shopping experience.
Don’t forget about price protection
Bought some awesome home decor last week but now everything is on sale? IKEA Family members are able to get a refund on the price difference if the issue is brought to the stores attention within 90 days with a receipt.
Product tags tell you much more than just the price
Pay close attention to an item’s price tag. In addition to (obviously) telling you how much it costs, the tag will also tell you the product’s size, colour, material, measurements, features, and location in the warehouse.
If you’re in a hurry, start your shopping at the exit
While strolling through the showroom is super fun, if you’re in a time crunch and know exactly what you need, start shopping at the store’s exit. This way, you not only avoid slow-walkers but also all the impulse buys that we all know IKEA is famous for.
IKEA has free daycare
IKEA understands that a lot of its customers are parents and that shopping with a cranky toddler can be challenging. Drop off your kiddo at IKEA’s Småland, which is a free supervised play area where parents can drop their kids off for up to an hour, or for up to 1.5 hours if they’re an Ikea Family member.
Return items in the morning
At IKEA, some customers may be dealing with broken furniture pieces or even missing parts, so to avoid those long return lines, get to the store ASAP. If you can head over to your local IKEA as soon as it opens, then you’ve got a greater chance of making your return and getting out as quickly as possible.
Take Pictures Of Item + Tag
As you walk through IKEA it’s a smart idea to take pictures of the items you’re interested in as well as the tag for it so you have all of the information you need when it comes time for purchasing decisions.
IKEA Has Maps At The Entrance
To ensure you don’t get lost, before you start your trip, check out the map location at IKEA’s entrance! The maps even showcase all the shortcuts that can be taken while you shop. Around this area, you can also find shopping lists, pencils, and measuring tape.
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