A DIY guru who went viral for his nifty IKEA hack has revealed how he frequently receives comments from trolls.
Kayla Reynolds is an expert in affordable home renovations and was able to save a whopping £6,000 by creating a bespoke dressing room using IKEA Pax.
She's helped thousands of Brits build their dream home with money-saving DIY hacks and tutorials.
But with greater caution also comes greater risk of vandalism.
Kayla, from the Midlands, has been told by armchair critics on Instagram that her designs are “mildewy” and “cheap looking”.
In a recent video posted to her account @reynoldsresidence, she shared some of the negative comments she often receives after posting money-saving ideas on social media.
“That's one way mold grows.” [sic] It’s in the back of the dresser,” one troll claimed.
“Zero air circulation”.
“Obviously IKEA,” wrote another.
“It doesn’t fool anyone and it looks cheap.”
“Looks good here, but I don't think the quality is that high,” said a third person.
Other critics even claim that her tutorials aren't hacks, so Kayla decided to set the record straight.
“Never let trolls and negative comments get you down,” she wrote in the video's caption.
“If anything, take comfort in knowing that their comments are helping your engagement.
“So who is the real loser?
“For those who think the IKEA hack isn't a hack, anything that saves you time or money is 100% a hack.”
Kayla created a media unit in her living room using IKEA's Havsta unit, saving her £5,000.
She also transformed the windowless downstairs toilet “from drab to stunning” with MDF panels and a coat of paint.
Luckily, the homefluencer has 117,000 followers who are big fans of her hacks and are quick to defend her when trolls throw in their twopence.
“Some people can't believe it,” one said. “I think it’s amazing.
“Bespoke units can be very expensive, so I think it’s great that you’re sharing these more affordable hacks.
“Rise above it.”
Others urged Kayla to “stay inspired” and suggested that critics were “just jealous.”