When is a toilet brush not a toilet brush? Going behind IKEA furniture names


By AGENCY
  • Living
  • Wednesday, 15 Dec 2021

The Swedish tourist office (Visit Sweden) revealed all in a campaign showcasing 21 destinations that have lent their names to items in the IKEA catalogue. Photo: AFP

Have you ever wondered how IKEA comes up with its quirky and often unpronounceable furniture names? The Swedish tourist board has launched a campaign that humorously reveals the source of their origin, which might come as a surprise.

Bodviken, Skärhamn, Kallax. These unpronounceable names are now familiar to many of us thanks to the IKEA catalogue. And when it comes to naming its products, it seems that the Swedish furniture brand, established in 1943, was inspired by its country of origin, Sweden.

Subscribe now and receive FREE sooka plan for 1 month.
T&C applies.

Monthly Plan

RM13.90/month

Annual Plan

RM12.33/month

Billed as RM148.00/year

1 month

Free Trial

For new subscribers only


Cancel anytime. No ads. Auto-renewal. Unlimited access to the web and app. Personalised features. Members rewards.
Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!
   

Next In Living

The best way to remove red wine stains from anything
People are paddling along the world's waterways picking up trash
Pen lovers celebrate the fine art of writing at the London Pen Show
Do dolphins smile? Yes, according to this study
These senior living facilities are pet-friendly. Here’s why that is important
Top of the world: How Handshake Speakeasy became the world's best bar
Dear Thelma: How can I overcome my fear of trust and build real connections?
Education forges friendships: Could a college education keep loneliness at bay?
Prestige and pain? Getting a PhD can also cause mental health problems
Bees can get stressed too, and when they are, they become less optimistic

Others Also Read