IKEA Hensvik Changing table/cabinet

Ikea Hensvik Changing Table / Cabinet Review
Review Roundup: The IKEA Hensvik change table is a good buy if you require shelving in the future.
RRP: $199.00
Pros:
  • use beyond bottoms
  • good design for child's room
  • lots of storage
Cons:
  • white can be easily disheveled
Overall Rating:
Tags: Change Tables | IKEA
Review

Design

The IKEA Hensvik change table and cabinet is an open cabinet, like book case, with two shelves with the change table in use or three shelves without.

It has the classic white nursery look more associated with girls rooms than boys but would be suitable for an infant boy.

You can also get a bed, cot, wardrobe and assorted storage units in the Hensvik range if you want a matching nursery.

Features

The Hensvik is not huge on features as such. The change table goes length ways so it does have a foot and head board to keep your baby secure. It doesn’t come with a change mat insert, you have to buy your own.

It’s made from particle board with a foil finish under the acrylic for durability. It comes in white.

As with most IKEA furniture this change table needs to be assembled and it comes in two boxes.

Performance

This change table is easy to assemble in typical IKEA fashion and it offers a secure and safe place to change your baby.

What makes this table different from the others is its use after the need for bottom changing has gone.

Drawbacks

White is nice for a newborn but not so hardy for a toddler or child. This table/cabinet may scratch with hard wear.

Conclusion

A change table's life is limited so a change table that converts into a useful piece of furniture is definitely worth considering.

About IKEA

IKEA is a Swedish furniture maker that specialises in making flat packed, low cost but interestingly designed furniture and home wares. They have a great selection of babies' and kids' gear.

Specifications
Convertible: 
from change table to cabinet
Colour Range: 
white
Dimensions (cm): 
161H x 41W x 75D