Outdoor patio with an Ikea wooden sofa featuring white and patterned black cushions. A small concrete table holds a wine glass and decorative lantern. A lush fern sits behind the table, all set on a stone patio with a brick fence.
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Ikea Marius Stool Outdoor Side Table Hack

ByLisa

Hey guys! I am so excited to share with you today a super simple and crazy affordable Ikea hack. If you caught my Backyard Patio Makeover Reveal last week, you likely saw some new additions to the patio. The backyard makeover included multiple spaces and I wanted each area to be very functional. Between the lounging area and fire pit area I ideally needed eight side tables! That could get incredibly expensive, so I got creative and turned to my good friend Ikea.  

A collage showcases a Marius stool paired with a concrete paver, illustrating a creative DIY table hack. The finished side table sits beside a white sofa with geometric pillows, adorned with a candle holder and glass of wine.

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A few months ago, I did a post on affordable garden stools and while these are great options, I simply needed too many. I managed to snag two stools on clearance from Lowes last season and another two from Crate and Barrel, but I still needed four more. Then one day I was using the Ikea stool in my closet (which I also hacked) to reach the top shelf and it came to me. These babies come in black and coordinate with the black metal chairs and stools I chose for the makeover. The best part is, they are only $4.99!A simple black metal stool reminiscent of an Ikea find, with a round seat featuring seven small holes and four straight legs.

I chose to use 12×12 cement stepping stones we already had on hand as the top. These are a great option for outside because they are very durable and will not blow away. If you don’t have any on hand, they are only $1.78!A square, gray concrete paving slab with rough edges and a textured surface. Reminiscent of an Ikea hack, the slab is displayed against a white background, highlighting its thickness and uniformity.

In case you aren’t a math geek like me, let me help you out. The grand total for each side table is only $6.77!  Now that is affordable and totally fit the look I was after 🙂 

IKEA Marius Stool Side Table Hack

A lush fern in a black pot sits on an Ikea patio table. A geometric candle holder is beside it. Wooden beams and a striped cushion are visible, with a green lawn and trees in the background.

When I originally came up with this idea, Barry thought we would need to glue the stepping stone to the base of the stool, but each stone weighs about 17 lbs. If you have small children you may want to glue them because they could be knocked off with enough force. I, however, chose not to glue them because then I can bring the bases inside during the winter and leave the cement stones outside.

A cozy backyard patio features two brown chairs around a stone fire pit. A small table holds a potted grass plant and two wine glasses, while a patterned pillow decorates one chair. A wooden fence encloses the gravel area, crafting an inviting atmosphere.

Now, I have enough side tables to serve all the seating in our new backyard. And I did it without breaking the bank!

A stylish outdoor setup features a modern Ikea table adorned with a red drink glass and geometric candle holder. A black lantern sits below, complemented by a lush green fern in the background. Brick pathways and wooden elements create a cozy atmosphere.

A cozy outdoor patio showcases a wooden sofa with white cushions and geometric pillows. A clever Ikea hack transforms a small table, holding a drink and lantern, while a modern coffee table with decor sits atop a patterned rug. A wooden fence and lush greenery complete the inviting scene.

A cozy backyard setup features a brown Adirondack chair with geometric pillows, complemented by a small black lantern and planter on a side table. In the background, there's inviting patio furniture surrounded by green grass and leafy trees under a cloudy sky.

Outdoor patio scene featuring a white cushioned chair with a black and white geometric pillow, a large green fern on the Marius table, and black lanterns. A shed and a lush green yard are visible in the background.

An inviting backyard scene showcases a gray and white garden shed with two small windows. In the foreground, a cozy brown patio chair, a table with a plant, and two decorative lanterns rest on gravel, surrounded by lush greenery and enclosed by a wooden fence.

An outdoor patio setting features Ikea geometric-patterned ottomans, a wooden armchair with a black-and-white cushion, and a small table showcasing a clever hack—a geometric candle holder. A lush green fern rests on the grass, while a light gray rug covers the stone patio floor.

Outdoor patio and backyard retreat featuring a wooden sofa with white cushions, geometric black and white pillows, a black coffee table with drinks, potted ferns, a small side table, and a gray and white patterned rug on the brick surface. A lush green lawn lies beautifully in the background.

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A small outdoor setup showcases an ingenious IKEA hack: the Marius stool transformed into an end table with a concrete top. It holds a glass of red beverage and a small decor item, while a black lantern rests nearby. Cushioned seating and greenery complete the inviting scene.

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