The modern outdoor table setup includes two black wire lanterns with white candles, resembling IKEA's minimalist style. A Luftmassa planter cradles a succulent and stones between them on the wooden table, while a metal chair peeks into the frame.
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IKEA Luftmassa Hack

ByLisa

This summer is flying by, but I am trying to soak up every bit of it I can. Which leads me to a super simple IKEA hack I threw together for our patio table.  I love using ambient lighting in the evenings and when I had a few IKEA Luftmassas on hand from a previous project, I jumped at the chance to turn them into a different kind of light. A candle holder to be exact. The best part is, I used another seemingly useless item to aid me in this project, old CDs! This took barely any time to create and definitely fills out the center of the patio table. You want to see how I did it?

Wire basket tabletop decorations with candles inside, beautifully arranged on a wooden outdoor table. The top text reads "IKEA Luftmassa Hack" with a website link below.This post contains affiliate links. For more information, please see my policies.

Before I dive into how I did this let me give you a little back story. I picked up three Luftmassas at IKEA in the fall when I was working on the family room makeover. At the time, I had no clue what I was going to do with them, but the black ones were on clearance for $3.99! I knew at that price I would definitely figure something out. I ended up using one in our wet bar but I still had two left over.  Then one day when we were cleaning up the patio, I had my light bulb moment! They would make a perfect candle holder.  

A large yellow IKEA sign showcases a "LUFTMASSA" black oval patterned lamp shade, once priced at $17.99, now just $3.99. These lamp shades rest on a white metal shelf, right beside the floating shelf display. Text at bottom reads "While supplies last".

IKEA Luftmassa Hack

IKEA Luftmassa 
CD
Black Spray Paint
3 inch Pillar Candle
Gorilla Mounting Putty 

Step 1

Make the trek to IKEA (hopefully your’s is not too far away) and pick up a Luftmassa or two. These are technically supposed to be used as the shade for a pendant light, but who doesn’t love a good IKEA hack? I bought mine a few months back on clearance in black. It doesn’t look like they have the black in the same shape anymore, but they have it in this one which would be so cute with a taller candle!

A black, wire mesh decorative bowl from IKEA sits on a granite countertop with a grayish-white pattern. The bowl features an intricate lattice design and is circular in shape, casting a shadow on the surface below.

Step 2

Dig through your junk drawer and pull out some old CDs. I had a stack of blank ones in my office drawer that have been collecting dust for almost a decade. You know, the kind that came on a spool that got really cheap when thumb drives became popular? They don’t have to be blank and you could also use a DVD, just make sure you aren’t attached to whatever is on it.

A stack of Memorex CD-Rs is partially visible, with one disc leaning against the stack on a sleek IKEA granite countertop. A blurred black and white photograph is mounted on the wall in the background, reminiscent of Luftmassa's minimalist design.

Step 3

Spray paint the CD. I used black because my IKEA shade was black, but you could use whatever color you want. You could also spray paint the Luftmassa if you want it to be a different color.

A can of Rust-Oleum Painter's Touch 2X Ultra Cover paint and primer in Luftmassa black flat is sitting on a marble countertop. The label indicates it's suitable for wood, metal, plastic, and more. A framed photo is blurred in the background, reminiscent of a minimalist IKEA display.

I let mine dry for about an hour on a warm day with the garage door open. 

Step 4

Attach the CD to the inside of the shade. For this step I simply used Gorilla Mounting Putty.

A package of Gorilla Mounting Putty rests on a stone surface, reminiscent of an IKEA display. The orange box showcases the product name and attributes like being removable and non-toxic. The putty strips, arranged in a grid layout, almost evoke the precision of Luftmassa.

I added four small pieces to the inside base of the shade and pressed the CD into place with the painted side up.

Top view of a Luftmassa wire mesh trash bin on a granite surface. The IKEA bin's circular, grid-like structure creates a geometric pattern, with four small felt pads visible at the bottom. The granite surface has a speckled texture.

It provides a good hold but allows me to remove it down the road if I want to use these for something else. You could definitely glue it down if you like though.

Top view of an empty, IKEA wire mesh trash bin with a circular black base, placed on a marbled floor. The mesh creates a spiral pattern as it converges towards the center.

Step 5

Add a small candle and enjoy! I used a 3 inch pillar candle to allow plenty of room for the flame to burn without touching the shade. As a safety note, you should never leave real candles burning unattended 😉

An IKEA wooden outdoor dining table with black metal chairs is set on a patio. The table features a small potted plant and two black Luftmassa wire baskets as decoration. In the background, a lush green yard and a small garden shed are visible.

This project was SO easy and adds just a little something extra to the patio table! If you missed the tutorial on how we built the table, you can check it out here. If you like my marble planter, I show you how to DIY your own in my marble planter post 😉  

A white candle inside a spherical black metal mesh sits gracefully on an IKEA wooden table. In the background, a large green plant complements the exterior wall of a house with gray siding, creating an inviting atmosphere reminiscent of a cozy Luftmassa display.

A patio table showcases two black wire candle holders, each cradling a white candle, reminiscent of IKEA's minimalist style. A Luftmassa potted plant sits between them. An inset image compares a wire base with a CD and candle labeled "Before." The background reveals a lush lawn.

A potted plant with long green leaves sits on a wooden IKEA table. It's surrounded by two wire mesh decorative holders, one containing a white candle, adding to the serene ambiance. The scene overlooks a lush green lawn.

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A backyard patio showcases an IKEA wooden table with a potted succulent centerpiece. Two black Luftmassa wire chairs are nestled on each side. String lights dangle overhead, while a tall, lush green tree offers a natural backdrop against the enclosing wooden fence.

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A black wire mesh bowl containing white candles sits on a table beside a vibrant green plant. The scene unfolds against a lush backdrop of greenery and a white house. Text overlay reads "IKEA Luftmassa Hack" with a website link, showcasing this stylish IKEA-inspired creation.

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