9 Creative Ways to Reuse Old Bureaus (Chest of Drawers)

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9 Creative Ways to Reuse Old Bureaus (Chest of Drawers)
  1. What can I do with an old dresser?
  2. What can I do with an old chest of drawers?
  3. How do you refurbish a drawer?
  4. How do you reuse old dresser drawers?
  5. How can I refinish my furniture without sanding?
  6. What is the most popular color to paint furniture?
  7. How do you make a chest of drawers?
  8. How do you update a chest of drawers?
  9. What can I put on my chest of drawers?
  10. How do you sand back a drawer chest?
  11. What paint do you use for drawers?

What can I do with an old dresser?

10 New Uses for Old Dressers

  1. Space for a Sink. 1/11. Make a big splash in the bathroom by repurposing an old dresser as a vanity. ...
  2. Dressed for Dinner. 2/11. ...
  3. Drawer Decor. 3/11. ...
  4. Spring Wardrobe. 4/11. ...
  5. Tune In. 5/11. ...
  6. No Monster Under the Bed. 6/11. ...
  7. Open to New Possibilities. 7/11. ...
  8. Approach the Bench. 8/11.

What can I do with an old chest of drawers?

15 Brilliant Repurposing Projects for Old Drawers

  • Sandwich Station.
  • Under Bed Storage.
  • Bathroom Cabinet.
  • Drawer Ottoman.
  • Porch Planter.
  • Entry Hangers.
  • Picture Frames.
  • Jewelry Organizer.

How do you refurbish a drawer?

Remove any old paint or varnish from the wood dresser and drawers using 160-grit sandpaper on the power sander. Sand all the surfaces of the dresser and drawers as well as the drawer pulls or knobs if they are made of wood. Wipe the sanded surfaces with the old T-shirt.

How do you reuse old dresser drawers?

20 Diy Ideas How to Reuse Old Drawers

  1. You can use old drawer to make a mirror. ...
  2. Hang them on the wall and use them as shelves. ...
  3. You can use old drawer to make a beautiful bed for your puppy. ...
  4. Hang the drawer with old belt. ...
  5. Use different kinds of drawers to make chic and vintage drawers chest. ...
  6. You can use it as a jewelry hanger.

How can I refinish my furniture without sanding?

Here are 5 Ways To Paint Furniture Without Sanding:

  1. USE A MINERAL PAINT. Mineral paint is very similar to chalk style paints in that no prep or prime is required. ...
  2. USE MILK PAINT + BONDING AGENT. As I already mentioned, the antique desk in this post was not prep-sanded. ...
  3. USE A BONDING PRIMER. ...
  4. USE A LIQUID SANDER/DEGLOSSER.

What is the most popular color to paint furniture?

Shades of white or off-white continue to be chosen as best sellers, designer favorites and recommended colors. Mixing other colors with white can create custom hues, and white is widely used in two-tone effects. Its overall versatility and popularity arguably make white the most popular color for painted furniture.

How do you make a chest of drawers?

99 Clever Ways To Transform A Boring Dresser

  1. Paint a tribute to Warhol. bhg.com. ...
  2. Add fabric to the sides of the drawers. abeautifulmess.com. ...
  3. Cover the drawers with faux wood paneling. bhg.com. ...
  4. Use lace to re-cover the drawers. ...
  5. Paint stripes (even on laminate) ...
  6. Use stenciled letters to mark a special occasion. ...
  7. Or your favorite song. ...
  8. Or a tribute to your favorite city.

How do you update a chest of drawers?

There are so many simple ways to update your chest of drawers. Add new paint and finishes. Stain the wood or change the knobs. Just remember that you don't have to through out a chest just because it's old a worn.

What can I put on my chest of drawers?

So I'm going to talk through each element now to explain why I've included each item.

  • Start with a Mirror or Large Piece of Artwork. We have a mirror on another wall so I went for a large piece of art in this spot. ...
  • A Table Lamp. ...
  • Something Living. ...
  • Something with Height. ...
  • A Tray. ...
  • Something Personal. ...
  • Something to Add Ambience.

How do you sand back a drawer chest?

Fit a power sander with 80- or 100-grit sandpaper and sand the outer surfaces of the chest and the drawers. Use gentle, even pressure, hold the sander flat, and sand with the grain of the wood. If possible, reposition the chest and drawers so that the surface you are sanding is horizontal.

What paint do you use for drawers?

Clean with a tack cloth; Now it is time to add 2 light coats of paint, letting each coat dry thoroughly before applying the next. Use a foam roller on the flat surfaces and a high quality angled brush on the beveled and raised sections. I chose a latex satin paint, but you can paint furniture in any finish you like.


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